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Preparatory Lesson One 1 01 1. forty 2. fifteen

3. a hundred and fifteen 4. three hundred and eighty

5. three thousand four hundred and eighty 6. twenty a 7. thirty b 8. fourteen d 02

1. four eight two six three four 2. seven two one five o six

3. six nine seven double two four 4. five six four three eight o 03

1.nineteen eighty-two 2. nineteen eighty-seven 3. nineteen seventy-one 4. fourteen ninety-two 5. ten sixty-six

6. eighteen thirty-two 04

1. the fourteenth of July 2. the second of October 3. the twenty-third of March 4. April the tenth

5. the thirty-first of January 05

1. thirty-two High Street

2. a hundred and fifty-two Piccadilly 3. forty-eight Sutton Road 4. eighteen Bristol Square 06

1. nine thirty 2. ten forty-five 3. eleven ten 4. three fifteen 5. six forty-five 07

1. Doctor Smith 2. Saint Thomas 3. Bond Street 4. Mrs. Archer 5. Eton Avenue 6. Eden Square 08

1. C-H-E-S-T 2. D-I-Z-Z-Y 3. F-L-O-W-E-R 4. J-O-K-I-N-G 5. L-E-M-O-N 6. Q-U-I-E-T 7. W-A-V-E 8. G-R-E-A-T 09

1. Don't go. 2. I can't see. 3. It isn't true.

4. I'll tell you. 10

a. Dr. Blake wasn't born until 1934. b. I'll see you at nine forty-five. c. She doesn't live in Oxford Street.

d. You weren't with us on the twenty-first of May.

e. I'd like to phone Eastleigh, that's E-A-S-T-L-E-I-G-H. Six eight two double four eight.

f. Mrs. Jones has an appointment at eight am.

g. A northeast wind will bring rain to the London area tomorrow. 11

Now listen carefully.

Look at Practice 1. Put number 3 in box A. Put number 6 in box B. Put number 7 in box C. Now add the numbers.

Look at Practice 2. Put number 8 in box A. Put number 2 in box C. Put number 1 in box B. Add the numbers.

Look at Practice 3. Put number 7 in box B. Put number 2 in box C. Put number 4 in box A. Add the numbers. 12

1. Does she work in a supermarket? 2. Does she work in a bank? 3. Does he work in a chemist? 4. Does he work in a big shop? 5. Does she work in a hotel? 6. Does she work in a shoe shop? 7. Does he work in a shoe shop? 2 01

My name's King.

How do you spell that?

K-I-N-G. I live in Hampstead. How's that spelt?

H-A-M-P-S-T-E-A-D. 02

What do you do for a living? I'm a journalist.

Really? Do you like it?

Yes, I do. It's very interesting. 03

Woman: This is John, Mother. Mother: How do you do? John: How do you do? Woman: John's a journalist.

Mother: Are you? Do you like it? John: Well, it's alright. 04

Hello, where are you from? Oh, I'm English.

Really? Which part do you come from?

Well, I live in London, but I was born in Manchester. Oh! 05

Can you speak French? A little.

Where did you learn it? At school.

Can you speak any other languages? I'm afraid not. 3 01 1. shirt

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2. skirt 3. socks

4. shirt and tie 5. blouse and skirt 6. pants and shirt 7. shoes and socks

8. shoes, socks and pants 9. pants, shirt and socks 10. skirt, blouse and sweater 02 1. key

2. toothbrush 3. comb

4. key and door 5. table and chair

6. toothbrush and comb 7. bicycle and tire

8. comb, toothbrush and key 9. bed, table and chair 03

1. letter 2. show

3. something 4. read

5. cigarettes 6. taxi

7. bookcase 8. none 9. magazine 10. any

11. policeman 12. policewoman 04

1. shoes 2. shut 3. window 4. lamp 5. bottle

6. refrigerator 7. newspaper 8. purse 9. clothes 10. bed 11. plate 12. stove 13. radio 14. first 15. second 16. third 17. fourth 18. fifth 05

1. talking 2. another 3. listening 4. worrying 5. glasses 6. holding 7. walking 8. pointing to 9. looking at

Preparatory Lesson Two 1 01

1. eighteen 2. ninety 3. seventeen

4. seven hundred and eight 5. seventy-eight

6. a hundred and eighty 7. fourteen 8. seventy-six 9. fifty

10. sixty-five

11. a hundred and twelve 12. twenty-three 13. forty-five percent 02

1. twenty-five 2. thirteen 3. fifteen 4. sixteen

5. six hundred and fifty 6. a hundred and eighteen 7. five and a half

8. four five three double one nine 03

J-K-X-E-Y-A-I-G-H-V-W-R 04

1. S-A-D 2. J-A-M 3. F-R-Y 4. R-E-D 5. B-R-E-N-T 05

1. twelve fifteen

2. twenty-five past two 3. a quarter to five 4. half past ten 5. a quarter to nine

6. It's about twenty past one. 7. It's almost a quarter to two. 8. It's almost eleven. 9. It's exactly four. 10. It's nine thirty. 2 01

Robert: Hello, I'm Robert. What's your name? Sylvia: My name's Sylvia. Robert: Are you French?

Sylvia: No, I'm not. I'm Swiss. 02

Ronnie: Where do you come from? Susie: From Switzerland. Ronnie: What do you do?

Susie: I work in a travel agency. Ronnie: Do you? I work in a bank. 03

Tony: Who's that girl over there? George: Which one?

Tony: The tall one with fair hair. George: That's Lisa.

Tony: She's nice, isn't she? 04

Frank wants a new jacket. He and Sally see some in a shop window. Frank: I like that brown one.

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Sally: They're cheaper in the other shop.

Frank: Yes, these are more expensive, but they're better quality. Sally: Let's go in and look at some. 05

Kurt: Georgina ... Georgina: Yes?

Kurt: Would you like to come to the cinema this evening? Georgina: Oh, that would be lovely.

Kurt: Fine. ... I'll call for you at about six o'clock. 06

Peter and Anne are at a party. Anne: Who's that man over there? Peter: That's Tim Johnson. Anne: What does he do? Peter: He's an airline pilot. Anne: That's an interesting job.

Peter: Yes, but airline pilots spend a lot of time away from home. Anne: They see a lot of interesting p1aces. Peter: Yes, but they have a lot of responsibility. Anne: Well, they earn a good salary, don't they?

Peter: That's true. But they have to retire when they are quite young. 3 01

1. kitchen 2. sink 3. under 4. over 5. beside 6. tea kettle 7. chair 8. curtain 9. plant 10. above 11. left 12. right 02

1. lying down 2. reading 3. drinking 4. milk

5. typing letter 6. turning on 7. water

8. turning off 9. light 10. making 11. eating 12. bone 13. cooking 14. someone 15. finished 03 1. son 2. friend 3. wife 4. husband 04 1. want 2. hungry 3. tired 4. bedroom 5. thirsty 6. dinner

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1. living room 2. wall 3. above 4. behind 5. TV 6. rug 7. floor 8. under 9. door 10. corner 11. between 06

1. wait for 2. bus 3. sleep 4. hot 5. cold 6. dirty 7. look 8. happy 07

1. to be about 2. weather 3. housewife 4. garden 5. automobile 6. mechanic 7. show 8. outdoors 9. winter 10. summer 11. indoors 12. spring 13. flowers

Preparatory Lesson Three 1 01

1. seventeen 2. seventy

3. a hundred and forty-eight 4. two thousand and seventy

5. three thousand four hundred and ninety-two 6. twenty-one 7. thirty-nine

8. four hundred and twenty-two thousand 9. three hundred and six 10. nineteen thousand 11. ninety thousand

12. two hundred and twenty-two thousand two hundred and twenty-nine

13. a hundred and forty-six thousand 14. thirty-eight thousand

15. two thousand six hundred and sixty 16. five hundred and four thousand

17. a hundred and eighty-five thousand six hundred and sixty 18. twenty-three percent 02

(A television advertisement)

Do you want a new dress, a coat, a pair of shoes? See what you can order from your Easyway Catalogue. Now fill in your Easyway shopping list. You can find women's sweaters on Page 4. You can find women's shoes on Page 7. You can find men's suits on Page 13. Now women's coats, Page 5. Men's coats, Page 15. Children's coats, Page 55. Men's trousers, Page 14. Baby clothes,

Page 40. Children's dresses, Page 44, Men's sweaters, Page 16. Children's shoes, Page 60. Look at the Catalogue. You can find clothes for all the family. Welcome to Easyway Shopping. We'll send you another catalogue next month. 2 01

Joanna: Where did you go yesterday? Frank: I went to Croydon. Joanna: Did you go shopping? Frank: No, I went for an interview. Joanna: Oh, did you get a job?

Frank: Yes, I got a job as a Management Trainee. Joanna: Fantastic. 02

Angela: How did you get on in your exam? Bob: I failed.

Angela: Oh, I am sorry. What are you going to do now? Bob: I'm going to take it again, of course. Angela: When are you going to take it?

Bob: I'm definitely not going to take it until next year. 03

Assistant: Good morning.

Tim: Good morning. Would you have a look at this watch, please? It doesn't keep good time. Assistant: Yes, of course. 04

Gaby: Let's have a party.

Edward: What a good idea. When shall we have it? Gaby: What about Saturday evening?

Edward: Fine, and where shall we have it? Gaby: In your flat.

Edward: Oh, you know what my landlady's like. She won't let us have a party there.

Gaby: Let's ask Doris. Perhaps we can have it in her flat. 05

My husband and I don't like the schools in our area. We don't think the teachers are very good, and the children don't learn very much. Some children at these schools can't read, it's terrible. Go to the schools and look: the children fight; some of them even smoke and drink. No, our children can have a better education at home with us. After all, we are both teachers. 3 01

1. object 2. get dark 3. music 4. grow 5. sunshine 6. bright 7. place 8. electricity 9. coffee 10. evening 11. relax

12. expensive 13. cheap 14. repair 02

1. someone 2. chase 3. brush 4. teeth 5. throw out

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6. sharpen 7. homework 8. bathroom 9. run 10. warm 11. trash 12. go to bed 03

1. more 2. below 3. on the left 4. egg

5. next to the last 6. shelf 7. pillow 8. pair of 04 1. put 2. sheet

3. lying down 4. eye 5. using 6. smiling 7. older 8. couch 05

1. family 2. father 3. mother 4. husband 5. pair of shorts 6. tree

7. backyard 8. son

9. daughter 10. sister 11. flowers 12. sun 13. cloud 14. children 15. call 16. supper 17. time

Preparatory Lesson Four 1 01

1. Los Angeles to Chicago: two thousand and fifty-four 2. Houston to Miami: one thousand one hundred and ninety 3. Detroit to New York: six hundred thirty-seven

4. Miami to Los Angeles: two thousand six hundred and eighty-seven

5. Detroit to Houston: one thousand two hundred and sixty-five 6. New York to Los Angeles: two thousand seven hundred and eighty-six

7. Houston to New York: one thousand six hundred and eight

8. Chicago to Miami: one thousand three hundred and twenty-nine 9. Detroit to Chicago: two hundred and sixty-six 10. Chicago to Houston: one thousand sixty-seven 02

1. Cairo: five million four hundred thousand 2. London: six million nine hundred thousand 3. New York: seven million

4. Tokyo: eight million five hundred thousand 5. Sao Paulo: twelve million six hundred thousand 6. Peking: nine million

7. Bombay: eight million two hundred thousand 8. Moscow: eight million eleven thousand 03

1. one dime

2. one nickel and one penny 3. one quarter and one dime 4. two nickels

5. two quarters and a penny 6. two dimes and a penny 7. two dimes and two nickels

8. two pennies, two nickels and two dimes 9. one penny, one nickel and two dimes 10. two quarters, two nickels and two dimes 2 01

—Do you like my new shoes? —Oh, yes. Aren't they smart? —Thank you. 02

—Did you remember to get the bread?

—Well, I remember walking past the Baker's shop. —But you forgot to get the bread.

—I'm afraid so. I don't remember you telling me to get it.

—Well, I certainly did. In fact, I reminded you to get it at lunch time. 03

—I've run out of money.

—How much money do you need? —Oh, about ten pounds.

—Can't you make do with five pounds? —No. That's not enough. 04

Speaker: Welcome to our conference, ladies and gentlemen. Can you tell me where you come from? First, the girl over there with the fair hair. Your name's Lisa, isn't it?

Lisa: That's right. I'm Lisa. I come from Germany. I'm German. Speaker: Thank you, Lisa. Now the tall man with the black hair. Is your name Tony?

Tony: That's right. I'm Tony. I come from Italy. I'm Italian.

Speaker: Welcome, Tony. And now, the small girl on the left. What's your name?

Francoise: Francoise.

Speaker: And where do you come from? Francoise: I'm French. I come from France.

Speaker: Welcome to the conference, Francoise. And now it's time for coffee. Can you please come back in half an hour?

Speaker: Now the coffee break is over. We have people from ten different countries here. Please write their countries and nationalities. You know Lisa and Tony and Francoise. 1. Lisa comes from Germany. She's German. 2. Tony comes from Italy. He's Italian.

3. Francoise comes from France. She's French. 4. Carmen comes from Spain. She's Spanish. 5. Hans comes from Holland. He's Dutch. 6. George comes from Brazil, He's Brazilian. 7. Ingrid comes from Sweden. She's Swedish.

8. Maria comes from Venezuela. She's Venezuelan. 9. Skouros comes from Greece. He's Greek. 10. Ahmad comes from Egypt. He's Egyptian. 3 01

1. dictionary

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2. to clean house 3. cleaning lady 4. housewife 5. different 6. younger 7. older 8. sheet 9. blanket 10. easy chair 02

1. to drink with 2. to eat with 3. youngest 4. oldest 5. busiest 6. heaviest 7. sharpest 8. to the left 9. to the right 03 1. sell

2. ice cream

3. ice cream cone 4. cents 5. lady 6. park 7. bench 8. typist 9. office 10. story 11. next 04 1. little 2. student 3. teacher 4. draw 5. beautiful 6. adult 7. children

Preparatory Lesson Five 1 01

1. a nickel 2. two nickels 3. a dime 4. two dimes 5. a quarter 6. two quarters 7. three nickels 8. three dimes 9. three quarters 10. five dimes

11. a dime and a nickel

12. two pennies and a nickel 13. two dimes and a nickel 14. two dimes and two nickels 15. two pennies and a quarter 16. two dimes and two quarters 17. two nickels and two quarters 18. three dimes and two quarters 19. two nickels and three quarters 20. a dime, a nickel and a quarter 2 01

Assistant: Good afternoon. Can I help you? George: Have you got any envelopes, please? Assistant: Yes, here you are.

George: Thank you. How much is that? Assistant: Fifty pence, please. George: Thank you. 02

George: How much is that? Assistant: Fifty pence, please.

Instructor: George gives the assistant a pound. How much change does he get? 03

George wants a bottle of aspirins, a tube of toothpaste, and a film for his camera. He can buy all of them at his local chemist's. He's talking to the shop assistant. Listen.

George: I'd like a bottle of aspirins, please. Assistant: A large one or a small one? George: A large one, please.

Assistant: That's eighty-seven pence.

George: And a tube of toothpaste. A large one. Assistant: That's fifty-six pence.

George: Oh, yes. And a film for this camera. Twenty exposures. Assistant: Hmmmm. Twenty exposures. That's one pound seventy-two.

George: Right. Here you are. Five pounds. Thank you very much. Assistant: Don't forget your change, sir. 04

—What kind of money do you have in England? —Oh, we have pounds and pennies. —What coins do you have?

—The fifty-pence's the biggest, and the halfpenny is the smallest. —Really? In America, the biggest is the fifty-cents, and the smallest is the cent. When do you start school? —Five.

—Really? How interesting! What sports are popular? —Well, lots of people play tennis and football. 3 01

1. Something's cooking on the stove. 2. Something's chasing a cat. 3. Someone's brushing his teeth.

4. Someone's throwing out something. 5. Someone's watching a dog and a cat. 6. Someone's sharpening a pencil. 7. Someone's shutting a door.

8. Someone's cleaning her house. 9. Someone's cooking some food. 10. Someone's opening a window.

11. Someone wants to do his homework. 12. Someone's looking out of a window. 13. Someone's wearing glasses. 14. The stove's hot.

15. Two people are outside. 16. Someone's in the bathroom. 17. The door's closing. 18. The cat's running fast. 19. Someone's in the kitchen.

20. Someone's too warm and is opening a window. 21. Someone's too cold and is doing something. 22. Someone's throwing out the trash.

23. A man is watching someone who's outside the house. 24. We don't want these animals in the house. 25. Someone wants clean teeth. 26. Someone wants a clean house. 27. Someone wants a sharp pencil.

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28. Someone wants hot food.

29. Someone's sitting down outdoors.

30. Someone's brushing his teeth before going to bed.

Lesson 1 1 01

—Hello, I want a cab. —OK. What address is it? —1120 East 32nd Street.

—Right. The cab will be there in a few minutes. 02

—What's your job? —I'm an accountant. —Oh! Do you enjoy it?

—No. I don't really like it. It's boring. 03

—Where do you come from? —Indonesia.

—Oh! Which part? —Jakarta. —Really? 04

—Can you speak German?

—Yes, I can. I speak it very well. —Where did you learn it?

—I lived in Germany when I was a child. —What else can you speak? —Well, I know a little Italian. 05

—I think a businessman should be good-looking. —No, I don't agree. 06

—Would you like a drink? —No, thank you. I don't drink. —Are you sure?

—Yes. I'm quite sure. Thank you very much. —What about a soft drink then?

—Oh, alright. Lemonade would be fine. 07

—Thank you very much for the meal. —Not at all. I'm glad you could come.

—You must come and have a meal with me some time. —Yes. That would be nice. 08

—Have you heard about the Prime Minister? —No.

—She's gone to China! —Really! 09

—How do you spell interesting? —I-N-T-E-R-E-S-T-I-N-G. —Thank you very much. 10

—Would you mind passing the salt, please?

—Certainly. 2 01

Tim talked to Harry about the lecture. Harry: What did you think of the lecture? Tim: I thought it was very interesting. Harry: Did you really? Tim: Yes, didn't you?

Harry: Certainly not. I thought he talked a lot of rubbish. Tim: So you think you know more than he does. Harry: Well, take coal for instance. Tim: What about it?

Harry: Coal won't become important again. Tim: Why not?

Harry: It's too dirty. They won't be able to find people to work down coal mines in the future.

Tim: They'll invent new kinds of machinery.

Harry: Nonsense. The only sort of power they'll use in the future is atomic power. 02

reporter from a local newspaper is interviewing some students on the subject of students and money.

Reporter: Excuse me. Are you a student? Student 1: Yes, I am.

Reporter: Forgive my asking you, but do you have to take a part-time job in the ho1idays?

Student 1: Not really. My parents are fairly well off so I get an allowance from my father.

Reporter: You're lucky, aren't you? Student 1: I suppose so.

Reporter: What about you? Are your parents wealthy? Student 2: No, certainly not.

Reporter: Do you work during the holidays?

Student 2: Well, last Christmas I did two weeks as temporary postman, then in the summer I spent four weeks fruit picking, and I do a bit of baby-sitting, so I manage. Reporter: Thank you. 3 01

My name is Robert. I am eighteen years old and I am French. I am not married. Sylvia is small and fair. She is seventeen and she is a student. 02

The tall boy with fair hair is eighteen years old and he comes from Sweden. He works in a record shop. The small boy with dark hair is seventeen. He is Spanish, but he does not live in Spain. He lives in France. He works in a hotel.

Lesson 2 1 01

—I think a doctor should be a friendly person. —Yes. I agree. 02

—Would you like something to drink? —Just coffee, please. —Are you sure?

—Quite certain. Thank you. 03

—What are you doing in New York? —I'm writing a story for YES magazine. —I see. 7

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—What are you doing in Cairo? —I'm visiting my parents. —Really! 05

—Why are you visiting HongKong? —I'm just on holiday. 06

—Why are you in London? —I'm here on business. —Oh. 07

—Thanks a lot for putting me up. —That's OK.

—Do come and see me when you're in New York. —Sure. That'll be great. 08

—Have you heard the news? —No.

—There's been a terrible air crash. —Oh dear! Where was it? —A town called Banford. 09

—Excuse me, how do you say that word, C-U-S-T-O-M-S? —Customs.

—I see. Thank you. 10

—Would you like some more potatoes?

—I'm sorry I can't manage any more. Thank you. 2 01

Male: Pubs? You must have good people. If the people are good, the pub will be good.

Male: You must have a good landlord, and people with a sense of humor behind the bar. If the landlord is bad, the pub will be bad. Female: I love old pubs. If it's one of those modern places, I won't go in.

Male: And a good pub must have good beer. If the beer's no good, people will look for another place.

Female: I won't go if there isn't a garden. I have children, and if the pub doesn't have a garden or family room, we can't go in. 02

My grandfather used to have a beautiful gold pocket watch. He wore it on a fine gold chain across the front of his waistcoat, and when I was small he promised to leave it to me in his will. \

Unfortunately that will never happen now. About three months ago, my grandfather came up to London to visit us. The first Sunday morning after he arrived, my youngest son said he wanted to go to the park.

\feed the pigeons in Trafalgar Square.\went. They got home about tea-time and my grandfather was looking very upset. \while we were feeding the pigeons.\ 3 01

My name is Daniel. I am French. I live in a small town. I work in a

hotel, but I do not live in the hotel. I live with my parents. My home is near the hotel, so I walk to work every day. 02

There is some sugar, there is some coffee and there is a lot of tea, but there is not much jam. There are some tomatoes, but there are not any eggs or biscuits and there is not much milk. So we want jam, eggs, biscuits and milk.

Lesson 3 1 01

Jurg: Mrs. Scott ... Mrs. Scott: Yes?

Jurg: I'm afraid I've had an accident. Mrs. Scott: Oh, dear, what's happened? Jurg: I've spilt my coffee.

Mrs. Scott: Never mind. Here's a cloth. 02

Klaus is using the launderette for the first time. Klaus: Excuse me, do you know how this works?

Housewife: Yes. Put the washing inside ... shut the door ... the money goes in here, then when the machine starts you have to put the soap powder in through here. Klaus: Is that all?

Housewife: Yes, you don't have to do anything else until the machine stops. Klaus: Thank you. 03

Terry: Frank's getting married. James: Is he really? Terry: Yes he is.

James: I don't believe it. Terry: It's true.

James: Who's he marrying?

Terry: A girl he met on holiday in Spain, I think.

James: Good heavens ... where are they going to live? 2 01

A: Do you love me? B: I'm very fond of you. A: Yes, but do you love me? B: Uh ... You mean a lot to me.

A: Why won't you answer my question? B: What question?

A: Do you love me? Come on! I want to know. B: I care for you very deeply. You know that. A: That isn't the same thing!

B: What kind of answer do you expect? A: The truth! I want the truth!

B: How can I possibly answer such a question? 02

Do you remember Sally Green, the swimming star? She was the girl who broke all the records at the last Olympics. Where is she now? Last week our reporter, Tom Parker, went to see Sally in her Californian home.

Tom: Is it true that you don't swim at all now? Sally: I'm afraid so. I'm too old. Tom: But you are only twenty!

Sally: That's too old for a swimmer. If I swam in an international competition now, I wouldn't win. So I'd rather not swim at all. Tom: But don't you enjoy swimming?

Sally: I used to, when I was small. But if you enter for big competitions you have to work very hard. I used to get up at 6 am to go to the pool. I had to train before school, after school and at

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weekends. I swam thirty-five miles every week!

Tom: But you were famous at fifteen. And look at all those cups. Sally: Would you like to polish them? It's true that I have some wonderful memories. I enjoyed visiting other countries, and the Olympics were very exciting. But I missed more important things. While other girls were growing up, I was swimming. What can I do now? 3 01

There is a small shop at the end of our road. I buy my newspaper there every Sunday. This is the only shop that is open on a Sunday, so it is always very busy. They sell milk, eggs, biscuits, tea and coffee. You can get aspirins, toothpaste or a writing pad there. It is a nice little shop. 02

This evening I am going to the cinema. I sometimes go with Beatriz, but this evening I am going alone. Beatriz is nice, but she talks a lot and when I go to the cinema I like to watch the film. The film I am going to is an old one, but it is very good. It is a Hitchcock film.

Lesson 4 1 01

Sophie: Here's some coffee.

George: Oh, fantastic ... er ... is there any sugar? Sophie: Sugar ... yes, of course ... here you are. George: Thanks ... er ...

Sophie: What's the matter now?

These: Er ... are there any chocolate biscuits? Sophie: No, there aren't. George: Oh ... 02

Kathy: Where do you live? David: Near Victoria Station. Kathy: In a flat or a house?

David: In a flat. Houses are terribly expensive. Kathy: What's your flat like?

David: It's small and the building is old, but it's comfortable. It's very near my office. 03

Christine: When did you buy that new necklace? Libby: I didn't buy it. It was a present. Christine: Oh, who gave it to you? Libby: A friend.

Christine: Anybody I know?

Libby: Don't ask so many questions. 04

Tom and Anna saw a film yesterday. Tom: It was exciting, wasn't it? Anna: Yes, it was.

Tom: Charles Bronson was good, wasn't he? Anna: Yes, he always is.

Tom: I thought the girl was good too. Anna: Did you? 2 01

Eustace: What are you doing? Luanda: I'm packing. Eustace: Why?

Luanda: Because I'm leaving. Eustace: You're not.

Lucinda: Yes, I am. I'm catching the first train tomorrow. Instance: But, I ...

Luanda: ... and I'm not coming back. Eustace: Oh, oh ... where are you going? Lucinda: To ... to ... Hawaii. Eustace: Oh darling. 02

Phillip: Excuse me, Mr. Jones. Can you help me? Mr. Jones: Of course. What's the problem?

Pall: Well, I have to wear an overall but I can't find one.

Mr. Jones: That's easy. Why don't you look in the cupboard besides the washbasin? You'll find one there. 03

(sound of phone ringing)

Jean: 7824145. Jean Williamson speaking.

Tom: Oh, it's you, Jean. Sorry I had to rush off this morning. How are the boys?

Jean: I'm taking them to the doctor at twelve o'clock, but I'm sure they're going to be all right.

Tom: That's good. What about you?

Jean: Oh, I'm fine now. I'm going to bake a birthday cake for tomorrow. And ... I've got a camera for Peter and some records for Paul.

Tom: You spoil them. I'm going to open a savings account for them. They need to learn how to save money. 3 01

My grandfather lives with us. He is seventy years old and I like talking to him. Every day I go for a walk with him in the park. My grandfather has a dog. The dog's name is Nelson. Nelson is old and he has very short legs and bad eyes. But my grandfather likes him very much. 02

I have a small black and white television and I can get a good picture. But my brother has got a color television. It is bigger, heavier and more complicated than mine. My brother gets a better picture on his television than I do on mine. So when there is something very good on TV, I usually go and see my brother.

Lesson 5 1 01

Instructor: Listen to these people. They are all taking things to be repaired. Of course, they want to know how much it will cost and how long it will take. Listen to their questions and write the answers you hear. Here is an example.

Woman: How much will it cost to repair this typewriter? Male Assistant: About a pound.

Woman: That's not bad. But how long will it take? Male Assistant: Only about a week.

Instructor: Look at the answers the assistant gives his customer. The first answer is 'about a pound.' The second answer is 'about a week.' Now listen to these dialogues and write the missing words in your book.

Dialogue A:

Man: Can you give me an estimate to repair this bicycle?

Female Assistant: I think it'll cost about twelve or thirteen pounds. Man: And how long will it take?

Female Assistant: A fortnight, more or less.

Dialogue B:

Woman: Would you have a look at this television set, please?

Female Assistant: Yes, of course. Hmmm. How long have you had it?

Woman: About eight years. Can you tell me how much it'll cost to

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repair it?

Female Assistant: Well, the set's very old. It'll cost about fifty pounds. It's cheaper to buy a new one.

Dialogue C:

Man: How much do you think it'll cost to repair this typewriter? Female Assistant: Let me see. It's a 1960 model. About twenty pounds, I'm afraid.

Man: That's rather a lot. And how long will it take? Female Assistant: About a month.

Man: Thank you. I'd like to think about it.

Instructor: Listen again to the customer from the typewriter shop. He thinks twenty pounds is rather a lot but he needs a typewriter... Then he remembers his friend, Tony. Tony has several typewriters. Bob, the customer, has an idea. He meets his friends, Tony. Listen to their conversation.

Dialogue D:

Tony: Hello, Bob. What's that heavy parcel you're carrying?

Bob: It's my old typewriter. I've just been to the shop. The assistant says it'll cost about twenty pounds to repair.

Tony: That's rather a lot. What are you going to do?

Bob: Well, you've got several typewriters. Could you lend me one? Tony: I'll have to think about it. 2 01

Instructor: Frank and Peter want new bicycles. Petrol is very expensive so they both want to cycle to work. They are looking at advertisements.

Frank: What about this Curzon bike. It's very cheap. Only eighty pounds.

Peter: Yes, but the Anderson bike is even cheaper. It's sixty-five pounds.

Frank: Hmmm. How old is the Anderson one? Peter: It's a 1977 model.

Frankie: The Curzon is a 1979 model. It's newer.

Instructor: Frank and Peter are still looking at advertisements. They can't decide which bike to buy.

Peter: The Anderson bike looks very comfortable. Frank: Yes, but the Curzon looks bigger.

Pedro: I don't want a big bike. I want a comfortable one.

Frank: All right. The Anderson bike is good. But the Curzon is Better. 02

Instructor: Do you remember Regine? Where does she come from? Is she married? Where does she work? Listen to Regine speaking. Regine: My name is Regine. I'm German. I live in a small town. I'm not married. I live at home with my mother and father, my sister Heidi and my brother Rolf. I work in a department store. I sell writing paper, envelopes, ball pens, pencils and colored postcards. I walk to work every morning. I don't work on Saturday afternoon or Sunday and I have a three-week holiday in the summer.

Instructor: Regine was seventeen then. Now she's twenty-two. Her life is very different. Listen to this television interview.

Interviewer: Regine, at seventeen you worked in a big shop. Now you are the manager and you are only twenty-two. From seventeen to twenty-two. Five years to success. Can you tell us? The secret of your success?

Regine: The 'secret', as you call it, is work. When I was seventeen, I lived at home. I walked to the shop every morning. I saved my money and I went to evening classes. I worked in a good department and I sold so much that I got a good commission. I really wanted to be a success. Now I'm the manager.

Interviewer: Congratulations, Regine. But please tell us ... do you like your job? Are you happier?

Regine: You are asking me two questions. The first answer is 'yes' and the second answer is definitely 'no'. 3 01

Good afternoon, my name is Schwartz. That is S-C-H-W-A-R-T-Z and I come from New York. My wife and I would like a double room with a shower. I have our passports here. We are hoping to stay for about a week. I have a question. Do you know where I can get two tickets for the performance at the theatre tonight? 02

On my first day in London I felt hungry, so I went into a restaurant and sat down at a table. I waited for ten minutes, but nobody came to serve me. Then I saw that there were no waiters. The customers stood in a queue and got their food themselves. That was my first experience of a self-service restaurant.

Lesson 6 1 01

—Is that Mr. Smith's son?

—No, it isn't. It's Mr. Morgan's son. —Is he Irish?

—No, he isn't. He is Welsh. 02

—Where are your parents now? —They are in Zagreb. —Is that in Austria? —No. It's in Yugoslavia. 03

—Who is the girl by the door? —It's Jone Smith. —Is she a nurse?

—No. She's a librarian. 04

—My hat and coat, please. Here is my ticket. —Thank you, sir. Here they are.

—These not mine. They are Mr. West's. —I'm sorry, sir. Are these yours? —Yes, they are. Thank you. 05

—Whose handbag is that? —Which one?

—The big leather one. —Oh, that's Miss Clark's. 06

—What are you looking at? —I'm looking at some stamps. —Are they interesting?

—Yes. They are very rare ones. 07

—Where's Miss Green at the moment? —In her office.

—What's she doing there? —She's typing, I think. 08

—Are there any pencils in the drawer?

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—No, I'm sorry. There aren't any. —Are there any ball-point pens then. —Yes. There are lots of ball-points. 09

—I need some oil, please.

—How much do you need, sir? —Three pounds, please. —Thank you, sir. 10

—Is there any shampoo in the cupboard? —No, I'm sorry. There isn't any. —Is there any soap, then?

—Yes. There is a whole pack of soap. 11

—Where does Miss Sue come from? —She comes from Tokyo.

—What language does she speak, then? —She speaks Japanese. 12

—What does Miss Jenkins do? —She is a nurse.

—Where does she work?

—At the Westminster Hospital. 13

—Do you like your manager?

—Yes. He is nice and kind. Is yours kind, too? —No. Mine is rather a brute. —Oh, I'm sorry about that. 14

—Is anyone attending to you, sir?

—No. I should like to see some dressing gowns. —What sort are you looking for, sir? —I fancy a red, silk one. 2 01

Instructor: Henry wants tickets for Romeo and Juliet so he tries to telephone the box of office. First he hears: (wrong number tone). He has dialed the wrong number. Then he tries again. (busy tone) Henry is fed up but he must get some tickets. He tries again and finally, he gets through.

(sound of phone ringing, receiver picked up) Clerk: Cambridge Theatre. Box Office.

Henry: Have you got any tickets for Romeo and Juliet for this Saturday evening?'

Clerk: Which performance? 5 pm or 8:30 pm? Henry: 8:30 pm please.

Clerk: Sorry, that performance is sold out.

Henry: Well, have you got any tickets for the 5 pm performance? Clerk: Yes, we have tickets at 4.50 pounds, 5.50 pounds and 6 pounds.

Henry: I'd like to reserve two seats at 4.50 pounds, please.

Clerk: Right. That's two tickets at 4.50 pounds. Saturday, 5 pm performance. What's the name please? Henry: Bishop. Henry Bishop.

Clerk: Thank you. You'll collect the tickets before 3 pm on Saturday, won't you?

Henry: Yes, of course. Thank you. Goodbye. 02

Clara: That number has been engaged for ages. Nobody can be that popular. I wonder if her number has been changed. I think I'll try again.

(Sound of dialing and ringing tone.) Sue: 3346791.

Clara: Is that you, Sue? Sue: Who's calling?

C1ara: This is Clara. Clara Ferguson. Don't you remember me?

Sue: Clara! Of course I remember you. How are you? I haven't heard from you for at least two years. What are you doing?

Clara: Nothing very exciting. That's one reason I'm ringing. I need some advice.

Sue: Advice. Hmm. That's a good one. I've just been sacked. Clara: There are the pips. Hang on, Sue.

Clara: What do you mean ... you've just been sacked? Sue, you're the most successful woman I know.

Sue: That's probably why I've been sacked. But let's talk about you. You said you needed some advice.

Clara: I certainly do. I wanted to ask you about interviews. Have you had a lot of them?

Sue: Yes, I have. Too many.

Clara: So, could you tell me the sort of questions you're usually asked?

Sue: Let me think. The first ten questions are almost always the same. I call them the 'whys', 'hows' and 'wheres'. (Sound of pips.)

Clara: Not again. Don't go away, Sue. I've got one more coin. Clara: Are you there, Sue? Sue: Yes, I'm still here.

Clara: Sorry, I didn't understand what you were telling me. Could you repeat it?

Sue: It's very boring, but here you are: I'm always asked:

Why I want to leave my present job? Why I am interested in the new job? How I intend to get to work?

How long I intend to stay in the job? Where I live?

Where I went to school?

How much I'm paid in my present job?

How much I expect to be paid in the new job? Oh yes. I'm always asked if I'm married. (Sound of pips.)

Clara: That's it, Sue. No more coins. I'll write to you soon ... and many thanks. 3 01

I am not going out with George again. Last week he invited me to go to a football match. I do not like football, so it was silly of me to say yes. We did not have seats, so we had to stand for two hours in the rain. I was cold and wet and I could not see a thing. So I asked George to take me home. He got very angry and said some very unpleasant things. 02

Last week the sun shone and it got quite hot. I decided to put on my light grey summer trousers. But I got a shock. I could not put them on. They were too small. It is possible that they got smaller during the winter, but I do not think so. I am afraid I got bigger. So I am going to eat less and I am going to take more exercise. I am definitely going to lose some weight.

Lesson 7 1 01

—Is that Mrs. Brown?

—No, it isn't. It's Mrs. Bright. —Is she English? 11

—No, she isn't. She is American.

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—Where is Susan now? —She is in Glasgow.

—Is Glasgow in England? —No. It's in Scotland. 03

—Who is the man over there? —It's Mr. Watson. —Is he a teacher? —No. He is a doctor. 04

—My bag, please. Here is my ticket. —Thank you, Madam. Here's your bag. —This is not my bag. It's Mrs. Brown's. —I'm sorry, Madam. Is this yours? —Yes, it is. Thank you. 05

—Excuse me. Is this your book? —No. It's not mine.

—Whose book is it, then? —It's Pedro's, I think. 06

—Whose bicycle is that? —Which one?

—The old green one. —Oh, that's Robert's. 07

—What are you looking at? —I'm looking at a photograph. —Is it interesting?

—Yes, it's a picture of my girlfriend. 08

—Are there any oranges in the kitchen? —No, I'm sorry. There aren't any. —Are there any bananas, then? —Yes. There are plenty of bananas. 09

—I want some butter, please.

—How much do you want, Madam? —Half a pound, please. —Thank you, Madam. 10

—Is there any cream in the refrigerator? —No. There isn't any, I'm afraid. —Is there any milk, then? —Yes, there is plenty of milk. 11

—Where does Pedro come from? —He comes from Mexico City.

—What language does he speak, then? —He speaks Spanish. 12

—What does your friend do? —He is a bank clerk. —Where does he work?

—At the Middleland Bank in Birmingham. 13

—Do you like your apple?

—Yes. It's nice and sweet. Is yours sweet, too? —No. Mine is rather sour. —Oh, I'm sorry about that. 14

—Can I help you, Madam?

—Yes. I want to see some cardigans. —What size do you take, Madam? —About fourteen inches, I think. 2 01

1. I really need some new curtains but I'm afraid I can't sew.

2. My problem is that I can't find a job. Managers always say my hair is too long.

3. I do love listening to the radio but I'm afraid my radio isn't working.

4. Just look at these shoes. They cost forty-five pounds last year and they have holes in them now.

5. Do you know anything about cars? My car is using too much petrol. 02

John Haslam is talking about his garden.

You know, I don't really like the country. It's too quiet. There's not enough movement, not enough action, not enough to do. But I'm like most other people: I need some peace and quiet sometimes, and this little garden is my peace and quiet. It's big enough for me. During the summer I may spend three or four hours out here. But even in the winter I may come out here for an hour or two at the weekends, if the weather's good. It's a good place to sit with my typewriter. And it's a good place to sit with a book and a drink. And do you know something? I spend as much time out of the house now as I did when I lived in the country. Funny, isn't it? 03

(Sound of radio playing. Telephone rings.)

Betty: Listen, Mum. The phone's ringing. Can I answer it? Julie: Yes, of course. But please answer correctly. (Receiver being picked up.)

Betty: (excited) Hello. This is Betty.

Male Voice; (confused pause) Uh ... good evening. Is that 789-6 double 4 3?

Betty: Yes, it is. Would you like to talk to my mother? Male Voice: Well ... I'd like to talk to Mrs. Henderson ... Betty: Just a moment. I'll tell her.

Julie: Mrs. Henderson speaking. Who's calling please?

Male Voice: This is Brian Murphy, Mrs. Henderson. I'm your new neighbor. I moved in yesterday.

Julie: Oh, good evening, Mr. Murphy. Welcome to Oak Lane. Can we give you any help?

Male Voice: Sorry to bother you, Mrs. Henderson, but I'd like to ask you some questions.

Julie: I'm never too busy to help a neighbor, Mr. Murphy. What would you like to know?

Male Voice: Well, first, could you tell me what time the milkman calls? And which day do the dustmen come? Who's the most dependable newsagent? (pause) Oh, yes ... where is the nearest police station?

Julie: My goodness, Mr. Murphy. You have got a lot of questions. Look, I have an idea. Why don't you come to tea tomorrow

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afternoon? Then we can meet you and answer all your questions. Male Voice: That's very kind of you, Mrs. Henderson. What time shall I come?

Julie: Any time after 3 o'clock. We look forward to meeting you. Goodbye.

Male Voice: Goodbye, Mrs. Henderson. (Receiver being replaced.) 3 01

Everything changes. Once a lot of people went to the cinema to see silent films. Then when talking pictures started nobody wanted to see silent films any more. But people still went to the cinema and everybody knew the names of all the great film stars. Now we have television. People sit at home night after night watching their favorite programs. But what is going to happen to the cinema? 02

Dear Mr. Scott,

Thank you for your letter of 15th January. You say that you telephoned our office five times in two days and did not receive a reply.

I am sorry about this, but we have had problems with our telephone.

Yours sincerely,

D. Renton

Lesson 8 1 01

—Here comes my secretary. She is an extremely good-looking young woman, don't you think?

—Yes, but she isn't very good at her work.

—Perhaps you are right. But I like her all the same. 02

—I'm going to buy a new carpet. —But you can't do that. —Why can't I?

—We haven't got enough money. 03

—What are you going to do this afternoon? —I'm going to weed the garden.

—Are you going to weed the garden tomorrow afternoon, too? —No. I'm going to paint the front door. 04

—I'm going to sit on this chair. —But you mustn't. —Why not?

—Because it's broken. 05

—Do you like roast chicken? —Yes. I love it. Thank you.

—Do you prefer brown meat or white meat? —I really don't mind. Thank you. 06

—Did you buy anything when you went to Paris? —Yes. I bought a briefcase.

—What's it like?

—It's a large, leather one. 07

—Did you take a bus to the meeting place? —No. I went in Richard's car.

—Did Susan go in Richard's car, too? —No. She took a taxi. 08

—Excuse me, sir, is this your cigarette lighter? —I beg your pardon?

—I said \—Oh, yes, it is. Thank you so much. —Not at all. It's a pleasure. 09

—Are you engaged, Margaret?

—Of course I'm not. Why do you ask, Nicholett? —I only wanted to practice my English. —Oh, I see. You want to make use of me. 10

—Good evening, and how have you spent the day? —I serviced and cleaned the car till lunch time. —And what did you do after lunch?

—I took the family into the country for a picnic. 11

—Hello, Tony, where have you been? —Swimming.

—Who did you go with?

—I went with Mark and Elizabeth. 12

—Hello, why haven't you lit your cigar? —I haven't brought my lighter.

—I would lend you mine, if you like. —Thank you. That's very kind of you. 13

—Good evening. Can I help you? —Yes. I have injured my ankle. —What happened?

—I fell off a ladder last night. 14

—What are those trays made of? —They are made of plastic.

—Are trays always made of plastic?

—No. They are sometimes made of wood or metal. 15

—What's wrong? —I'm very thirsty.

—Why not buy a cup of coffee, then? —Yes. That's a good idea. I will. 16

—Excuse me. But is it half past four yet?

—I'm sorry, but I haven't got a watch. Try the man with the walking stick. He has one. —Thank you. I will. 2 13

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Listen to these people talking about things they like, things they don't like and things they sometimes like. Kurt is talking to Georgina. Male: Do you like chocolates? Female: It depends.

Instructor: Here is the question: Does she like chocolates? \

Now listen to the next example and do the same.

Male: Would you like a chocolate? Female: Not at the moment. Thanks.

Instructor: Here is the question: Does she like chocolates? \Here are more conversations. (a)

Female: Do you like pop music? Male: It depends.

Instructor: Does he like pop music? (b)

Male: Would you like to come to a concert tonight? Female: Sorry. I'm afraid I can't.

Instructor: Does she like pop concerts? (c)

Male: Do you like good coffee? Female: Mmmm. It's delicious.

Instructor: Does she like good coffee? (d)

Female: Do you like English food? Male: Not all of it.

Instructor: Does he like English food? (e)

Male: Would you like a cup of tea?

Female: I'd rather have a cool drink, please. Instructor: Does she like tea? (f)

Female: Would you like an ice cream? Male: Well ... I never eat ice cream. Instructor: Does he like ice cream? (g)

Male: Would you like to come to a football match tomorrow? Female: Football matches are usually awful. Instructor: Does she like football matches? (h)

Male: Would you like to come to the cinema this evening? Female: That would be lovely.

Instructor: Does she like the cinema? 02

Bob and Angela are window-shopping. The shop is closed, but they are talking about the sales next week. They are planning to buy a lot of things.

Bob: Look at that, Angela. True-Value are going to sell hi-fi's for 72.64 pounds. I'm going to buy one. We can save at least twenty pounds.

Angela: Yes, and look at the washing machines. They're going to sell some washing machines for 98.95 pounds. So we can save twenty-two pounds. A washing machine is more important than a hi-fi.

Bob: By the way, Angela. Do you know how much money we've got? About two hundred pounds, I hope.

Angela: Here's the bank statement. I didn't want to open it. Oh, dear.

Bob: What's the matter?

Angela: We haven't got two hundred pounds, I'm afraid. Bob: Well, come on. How much have we got? Angela: Only 150.16 pounds. 03

Susan is talking to Christine.

Susan: I hear you and James are engaged at last. Christine: Yes, we are.

Susan: When are you getting married? Christine: In the spring.

Susan: Oh, lovely. Where's the wedding going to be?

Christine: Well ... We're not sure yet, probably in St. Albans. Susan: Oh, yes, your parents live there, don't they? Christine: Yes, that's right.

Susan: Where are you going to live?

Christine: We're going to buy a flat or a small house somewhere in South London.

Susan: Are you going to give up your job?

Christine: Yes, probably, but I may look for another one when we've settled in. 3 01

I have a watch. It is a Swiss watch. It is not new and my friends are sometimes a little rude about it. They tell me to buy a new one. But I do not want a new one. I am very happy with my old watch. Last week it stopped. So I took it to the shop. I did not ask for an estimate. Today I went to get it. Do you know how much I had to pay? Five pounds. Five pounds just for cleaning a watch. 02

Have you ever thought what it is like to be one of those beautiful girls that you see on the front of fashion magazines? They meet interesting people, they travel to exciting places, and sometimes they make a lot of money. But they have to work hard. They often have to get up very early in the morning, and of course they have to be very careful about what they eat.

Lesson 9 1 01

—I'm going to clean the blackboard. —But you can't do that. —Why can't I?

—We haven't got a duster. 02

—I'm going to drink some of this milk. —But you mustn't. —Why not?

—Because it's sour. 03

—Excuse me, Madam, did you drop your glove? —I beg your pardon?

—I said \—Oh, yes, I did. Thank you so much. —Not at all. It's a pleasure. 04

—Where have you been? —To the cinema.

—Who did you go with? —I went with Jone Judge. 05

—What can I do for you?

—I have damaged my wrist, doctor. —How did you do that?

—I fell on it while I was playing tennis.

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—What's wrong?

—I have a pain in my chest.

—Why not go and see your doctor? —Yes. That's a good idea. I will. 07

—What are you going to do this evening? —I'm going to p1ay cards.

—Are you going to play cards tomorrow evening, too? —No. I'm going to make a new dress. 08

—Do you like boiled eggs? —Yes. I love them. Thank you.

—Do you prefer hard ones or soft ones? —I really don't mind. Thank you. 09

—Did you buy anything when you were in the town? —Yes. I bought a blouse. —What's it like?

—It's a blue one with a high neck. 10

—Did you walk to the match? —No. I went by car.

—Did John go by car, too? —No. He cycled. 11

—Hello, and how did you spend the holiday? —I played tennis till lunch time. —What did you do after lunch? —I went for a swim with John. 12

—Hello, why aren't you playing tennis? —I haven't brought my racket.

—You can borrow mine, if you like.

—Oh, thank you. That's very kind of you. 13

—What are those shirts made of? —They are made of cotton.

—Are shirts always made of cotton?

—No. They are sometimes made of wool or nylon. 2 01

Female: I've got two tickets for a volleyball match this evening. Why don't you come?

Male: Uh ... no, thanks. I ... I'm not very interested in volleyball. Female: Oh, why not? Have you ever seen it played? Male: No, I haven't, but I really don't th...

Female: That's what I thought. You don't know what you're missing. Male: Don't I? Why?

Female: Because it's very fast, with lots of action. Male: Really? Who's playing?

Female: Two of the best women's teams in the world, one from Finland and the other from Belgium. Male: Hmm. It sounds exciting. Female: Yes, it is! Very!

Male: Hmm. Well, perhaps I'll come after all.

Female: Good! Now ... uh ... could you ... uh ... could I have five pounds, please?

Male: Five pounds? What for?

Female: Your ticket, of course. I bought two of them in advance, hoping I'd persuade you to come with me.

Male: Oh ... uh ... You know, I've just remembered something. Female: What?

Male: I've got to see some friends this evening.

Female: Oh ... I see ... I mean ... you won't be coming, after all, then?

Male: No, not unless... Female: Unless what?

Male: Perhaps you could let me have the ticket for a bit less? Let's say three pounds.

Female: But you said you had to meet some friends!

Male: Come on. I was only joking. Here's your five pounds. Of course I'll come. 02

sound of telephone ringing) Tom: Tom Haley speaking.

Philip: Hello, Tom. It's Philip. I waited for a phone call from you but I can't wait any longer. Tell me about your first week. Tom: Hmmmmmm. It wasn't easy.

Philip: Wasn't it? Why? What did you have to do?

Tom: On Monday and Tuesday, I lifted heavy boxes. On Wednesday, I put hundreds of bottles and tins and packets on shelves. Philip: Was it boring?

Tom: Yes, very boring. And I dropped a lot of boxes. Philip: Did you break anything?

Tom: Oh, just a few jars of jam and a lot of bottles of tomato juice. Philip: Ugh. What a mess. So tell me about Thursday.

Tom: I'm afraid I was two hours late ... and the supervisor was really angry. Then I put price labels on bottles and tins and packets. Very confusing.

Philip: Did you put the right labels on them? Tom: Not always. I made one or two mistakes.

Philip: Only one or two? What did you do on Friday and Saturday? Tom: I didn't do very much. I was fed up. The supermarket was open until 9 pm. They wanted me to work overtime but I went home at six.

Philip: I see. Have you still got a job?

Tom: I don't know. I have to see the supervisor tomorrow. Philip: Well, you'd better get up early. Good luck! 03

1. I hate the stairs. Sometimes the lift isn't working and you have to use the stairs. I can't get up the stairs by myself; it's my back, you see. Jane, my friend, lives on the ground floor, that's much easier. Nearly every morning I stop there for a cup of tea before I come back up here.

2. I don't mind living in a tall building. I don't mind the stairs. I quite like the exercise. Of course, it's difficult for older people but I don't mind if you live on the top floor, like Mrs. Green, it's not easy. And I don't like the ground floor; I don't think it's safe. But I like my place. I've got three floors below me and three above, I feel very safe. My Mum lives here too, on the ground floor.

3. Alice comes every morning. Well, nearly every morning. She's not young any more, you see, she's seventy-eight next birthday, and it's difficult for her to walk up to the top floor. I can't go up; I can't move. It's my leg; I've got a bad leg. Carol comes to see me sometimes. She lives here too, you know, in another flat. She's my daughter. 3 01

We are going to Scotland for our holiday. We are leaving early on Saturday morning and I hope we will get to York about eleven o'clock. We are spending the night in York, then on Sunday we are driving up to Scotland. We are going to stay at a lovely little hotel near a lake. Of course we will probably get some rain, but I am sure we will have a fantastic holiday.

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People often ask me for my telephone number. But I have not got a telephone, so I tell them to ring me at work. Why don't I have a telephone? I think the telephone is expensive and I prefer to write a letter. There aren't many people I want to speak to in the evening and I do not want to speak to anybody at breakfast time. When I want to use the telephone in the evening, I can always use the box at the end of the road.

Lesson 10 1 01

—Can I help you?

—Yes, please. I'd like some instant coffee. —Certainly. How much would you like? —A large jar, please. 02

—That's a very nice cardigan. Is it new? —Yes. It was very cheap. I got it in a sale. —I like it very much. It suits you very well. —Oh, thank you. 03

—Do you read many novels?

—Yes. I suppose I've read about four novels this year. —I see. And what was the last novel you read? —Let me see. It was A Man in Havana. —And when did you read it? —I read it on Tuesday evening. —Why did you read it? —Well ... 04

—Do you smoke? —Yes, I do.

—How long have you been smoking for? —Six years.

—And how many cigarettes have you smoked during that time? —Thousands! 05

—I was just about to have a swim when I saw the shark!

—That's nothing. I was in the middle of swimming when I saw the shark.

—What happened?

—I started swimming for the shore, of course. 06

(Yvonne Deraine is staying at the Hotel Noptune. She goes to the Reception Desk and asks:)

Yvonne: Can I have breakfast in my room?

Clerk: Certainly, madam. Breakfast is served in your room from 7 o'clock until 10. Here is the menu.

Yvonne: Thank you. (looks at the menu) I'd like to have the Continental Breakfast.

Clerk: Yes, madam. And at what time would you like it? Yvonne: About half past eight, I think.

Clerk: 8:30. Very good, madam. And what kind of fruit juice would you like? We have pineapple, orange, grapefruit ... Yvonne: I think I'd like the pineapple please.

Clerk: Pineapple juice. And would you prefer tea or coffee? Yvonne: Coffee please.

Clerk: Thank you very much. Goodnight. * * *

(At 8:30 the next morning, there is a light tap at Yvonne's door.) Yvonne: Y-es. Come in.

Maid: I've brought you your breakfast, madam.

Yvonne: Oh yes. Thank you. Could you put it on the desk over there please?

Maid: Shall I pour you a cup of coffee straight away, madam? Yvonne: No, thanks. I'll pour it myself in a minute. Maid: Is there anything else, madam?

Yvonne: No-no, I don't think so, thank you. 2 01

Eddie is talking to Tom.

Eddie: Have you ever been really frightened? Tom: I suppose so, once or twice.

Eddie: Can you remember when you were most frightened? Tom: That isn't difficult. Eddie: What happened?

Tom: Well, we used to have a favorite picnic place beside a lake. We had a boat there. I was there with some friends and I decided to swim to a little island. It didn't look far and I started swimming ... but half way across I realised it was a lot further than I thought. I was getting very tired. I shouted. Luckily my friends heard me and brought the boat. I thought I was going to drown. I've never been more frightened in my life. 02

Should school children take part-time jobs?

This is a discussion which will appear in a magazine.

Editor: This month our panel looks at part-time jobs. Are they good for school children or not?

Headmaster: Definitely not. The children have got two full-time jobs already: growing up and going to school. Part-time jobs make them so tired they fal1 asleep in class.

Mrs. Barnes: I agree. I know school hours are short, but there's homework as well. And children need a lot of sleep.

Mr. Barnes: Young children perhaps, but some boys stay at school until they're eighteen or nineteen. A part-time job can't harm them. In fact, it's good for them. They earn their pocket-money instead of asking their parents for it. And they see something of the world outside school.

Businessman: You're absolutely right. Boys learn a lot from a part-time job. And we mustn't forget that some families need the extra money. If the pupils didn't take part-time jobs they couldn't stay at school.

Editor: Well, we seem to be equally divided: two for, and two against. What do our readers think? 3 01

Philip Andrew is 16 and he is about to leave school. He comes to me for advice every week. He is looking for an interesting job and he would like good wages. One of his friends works in a supermarket. Another friend works in a factory. Philip thinks supermarket jobs are not well paid. And factory jobs are boring. 02

And finally, some news from the United States. David Thomas, the Californian pop singer, is sixteen today and he is giving a party for sixty guests. His young friends have bought him a Rolls-Royce, the most expensive one they could find. David is famous because he is the fastest driver and the youngest pop star in the state of California. He is flying to Paris tomorrow.

Lesson 11 1 01

—What are you going to do after this lesson?

—I'm probably going to have a cup of tea. What about you? 16

—Oh, I'm going to the post office.

—I see. 02

—Can you come and see me at nine o'clock?

—I'm afraid not. You see, I'm meeting Mr. Green at nine. 03

—I hear you are playing at a concert tomorrow. How do you feel about it?

—Oh, I'm really worried about it. —I'm not surprised. So would I be. 04

—What are your plans for tomorrow, Brenda? —Well, first, I'm going to do the washing up.

—Poor you! While you're doing the washing up, I'll be having breakfast in bed.

—It's alright for some people. 05

—I'd like to withdraw fifty pounds from my deposit account. —Certainly. Would you please sign this form? —Oh, yes. There you are.

—How would you like the money? —In fives, please. —Fine. Here you are. —Thanks. Goodbye. 06

—How are you, Brenda?

—Fine, apart from the backache. —Oh, dear, I'm sorry to hear that. —Yes. My back's killing me.

—Oh, I hope you'll soon feel better. —Thanks. 07

Man: Waitress! This meat is like old leather! It's enough to break every tooth in your head.

Waitress: Perhaps you'd like to change your order, sir. The sirloin is very tender. 08

Woman: John, look what that waiter's gone and done! Spilt soup all over my new dress!

Waiter: I'm terribly sorry, madam. Perhaps if I could sponge it with a little warm water...

Man: Leave it alone, man. You'll only make it worse. Woman: I want to speak to the Manager! Waiter: Very good, madam.

Manager: I do apologize for this unfortunate accident, madam. If you would like to have the dress cleaned and send the bill to us, we will be happy to take care of it.

Woman: Oh no, it doesn't matter. Forget it. It probably won't stain very much. 09

Man: Waiter, this just won't do. This wine's got a most peculiar flavor.

Waiter: Yes, sir. I'll take it back. Perhaps you would like to choose another wine instead, sir? 2 01

—Hello.

—Hello. Who's that?

—It's me. —Who's me?

—Why, me, of course.

—Yes, I know. It's you. But who are you? —I've told you who I am. I am ME.

—I know you are you, but I still don't know who you are. Anyway, I don't want to talk to you whoever you are. I really wanted Mrs. Jones.

—Who do you want? —Mrs. Jones!

—Mrs. Jones? Who's Mrs. Jones?

—Why, Mrs. Jones lives where you are, doesn't she?

—There is no Mrs. Jones here. What number do you want? —I want Bournemouth, 650283. —This is Bournemouth, 650823.

—Oh, dear, I am sorry. I must have dialed the wrong number. —It's quite alright.

—I'll try dialing again. Sorry to have troubled you. —It's quite alright. Goodbye. —Goodbye. 02

Two old men are talking about the days gone by. Listen.

—The beer's just like water. They don't make it as strong as they used to.

—No. Things aren't what they used to be, are they? —The pubs aren't any good nowadays.

—No. But they used to be good when we were young. —The trouble is that the young people don't work hard. —No, but they used to work hard when we were young. 03

Ten years ago, I loved watching television and listening to pop records. I hated classical music. But I liked playing tennis. Five years ago I still liked playing tennis, but I loved classical music. Now I prefer classical music. I like playing squash. But I hate television. 04

Mr. Davies is talking to his son Martin.

Mr. Davies: (quietly) Why aren't you doing your homework?

Martin: I'll do it later, Dad. I must get these chords right first. Our group's playing in a concert on Saturday.

Mr. Davies: (laughs) Oh, is it? You'll be making records next, will you?

Martin: We hope so. The man from 'Dream Discs' is coming to the concert. So I'd better play well.

Mr. Davies: You'd better get on with your homework! You can practise all day Saturday.

Martin: Oh, Dad. You don't understand at all. This concert could change my life.

Mr. Davies: It certainly could! You've got exams next month. Important ones. If you don't get a good certificate, you won't get a decent job.

Martin: (rudely) I don't need a certificate to play the guitar. And I don't want a boring old job in a bank either.

Mr. Davies: (angrily) Oh, don't you? Whose boring old job paid for this house? And for that guitar?

Martin: (sighs) Yours, I know. But I'd rather be happy than rich. 3 01

Letter Dictation. Write your address, your phone number and the date.

The letter is to Winnipeg Advanced Education College. Winnipeg, W-I-double N-I-P-E-G, Advanced Education College, Hillside Drive, Winnipeg.

Dear Sir or Madam. Please send me details of your courses in

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Computer Programming. New line. Thanking you in advance. Yours faithfully, and then sign your name.

(Your address)

(Your phone number) (Date)

Winnipeg Advanced Education College, Hillside Drive, Winnipeg

Dear Sir or Madam,

Please send me details of your courses in computer Programming.

Thanking you in advance.

Yours faithfully,

Your name 02

Write your address, your phone number and the date. To Sea View Hotel. Sea View, S-E-A V-I-E-W Hotel, Harbor Road, Cork, Ireland.

Dear Sir or Madam. I would like to book a double room with bath for two weeks from the first to the fourteenth of August inclusive. New line. I look forward to receiving your confirmation. Yours faithfully and then sign your name.

(Your address)

(Your phone number) (Date)

Sea View Hotel, Harbor Road, Cork, Ireland

Dear Sir or Madam,

I would like to book a double room with bath for two weeks from the 1st to the 14th of August inclusive.

I look forward to receiving your confirmation.

Yours faithfully,

Your name

Lesson 12 1 01

—Do you think you could stop whistling? I'm trying to write an essay.

—Oh, I'm sorry. I thought you were in the other room. 02

—Is it alright if I leave my rucksack on the back seat? —Yes, of course. Go ahead.

—And would you mind if I took off my shoes? My feet are killing me.

—Well, I'd rather you didn't. It's a rather hot day. 03

—Hello, Charles, I haven't seen you all day. What have you been doing?

—Actually I've been working on my first novel. —Oh, yes. How far have you got with it?

—Well, I thought of a good title, and I made a list of characters, and I've designed the front cover.

—Have you started writing it yet?

—Oh, yes. I've written two pages already. —Only two?

—Well, yes. I haven't quite decided yet what happens next. 04

—I saw an accident yesterday.

—What were you doing at the time? —I was queuing for the cinema.

—And what did you do when you saw the accident? —I rushed forward to see if I could help. 05

—Hmm. You are a good squash player. How long have you been playing?

—I have been playing since the beginning of the last term. What about you?

—Me? Oh, I've been playing about two years now. But I'm still not very good. 06

—I've got a watch with a silver strap.

—That's nothing. I've got one with a gold strap. —I've got a watch that tells you the date.

—That's nothing. I've got one that tells you the date and the day. 07

Woman: Look at these glasses, this one's even got lipstick on it. Waiter: I'm very sorry, madam. I'll bring you clean ones right away. 08

Man: Ah, Head Waiter, I want to have a word with you. Head Waiter: Yes, sir. Is there something wrong, sir?

Man: Something wrong? I should think there is something wrong. My wife and I have been kept here waiting nearly an hour for our meal!

Head Waiter: I'm terribly sorry about that, sir. Our staff has been kept unusually busy this evening. I'll see to it personally myself. Now, if you wouldn't mind just telling me what you ordered. 09

Woman: This coffee is practically cold.

Waiter: I am sorry, madam. I'll bring you a fresh pot straight away. 2 01

This table shows the number of commuters into central London between 7:00 am and 10:00 am daily. The total number is 1,023,000. Of these, 405,000 travel by underground—that's 29% of the total, and 28% travel by British Rail—that's 391,000 people daily. 10% use both rail and underground, and 10%, 99,000 people, travel by bus. That means a total of 788,000 people, 77%, on public transport. The remainder use private transport. 197,000 come by car and the rest come either by motorbike or bicycle. This means 4% come by motorbike or bicycle, and 19% by car. 02

Mrs. Nicholas went away for a fortnight. Before she went, she called in at the local police station and talked to the policeman on duty.

Mrs. Nicholas: I'm going away to the seaside for a few days and I'd like you to keep an eye on my home while I'm away.

Policeman: Certainly, Madam. What's your name and address?

Mrs. Nicholas: The name's Nicholas, and the address is 14 Spring Vale.

Policeman: Thank you. You'll lock all the doors, and make sure all 18

the windows are shut, won't you?

Mrs. Nicholas: Of course.

Policeman: And you'll remember to cancel the milk. Mrs. Nicholas: Yes, I've already done that. Policeman: And the papers. Mrs. Nicholas: Yes.

Policeman: And you won't leave any ladders about. Mrs. Nicholas: No, we haven't got a big ladder.

Policeman: That's fine. Are you friendly with the people next door? Mrs. Nicholas: Yes, we are.

Policeman: Well, I think you'd better tell them you're going away, too. Ask them to give us a ring if they see or hear anything suspicious.

Mrs. Nicholas: Yes, I will. Thank you. 03

(There is a party in progress and one person A is standing by the drinks table serving drinks. B approaches and A offers her a drink.) B: Aha, I thought you might be here. A: Ah, hello. How are you? B: Not bad. How are you? A: All right, I suppose. B: What are you drinking?

A: Some sort of wine. Do you want some?

B: No, I think I'd prefer beer. Have they got any? A: Yes, there's some over there. (B pours out a drink.)

B: Well, what do you think of the party?

A: It's not bad. I'm not really in the mood for a party, though. B: Why's that?'

A: I don't know, really. I suppose I'm a bit tired.

(During the last exchange C has approached the table to get a drink. A offers C a drink but accidentally drops it.) A: Oh, sorry about that.

C: (annoyed) I should think so! A: Don't worry. It's not too bad.

C: What do you mean? It's gone all over my trousers—I only bought them last week. A: There's no need to shout. C: (loudly) I'm not shouting. A: Yes, you are.

C: (very loudly) No, I'm not!

B: (wanting to calm the situation) Look, look, why don't you dry them with this?

C: (ignoring B) You should watch what you're doing! A: What do you mean? It was your fault! B: How about another drink? (C ignores B.) C: Anyway, don't I know you?

B: Do you want another drink? (C ignores B.) A: You might do.

C: You didn't go to St. Mark's School, did you? A: Yes, I did actually.

C: Yes, I remember now. You were going out with that awful girl, weren't you?

A: What do you mean?

C: You know, the one with the big nose. What happened to her? A: We got married, actually. In fact, that's her over there. C: Yes ... 3 01

1. A woman went into a bar and asked for a glass of water. The barman pointed a gun at her. She thanked him and went out.

2. A man was found lying dead in the middle of a desert. He had a pack on his back.

3. A woman dialed the number on the telephone. Someone answered and said, \smile.

4. A man is found dead in the room. There is no furniture, and all the doors and windows are locked from the inside. There is a pool

of water on the floor.

5. There is a man on the bed and a piece of wood on the floor. The second man comes into the room with sawdust on his hands, smiles and goes out again.

Lesson 13 1 01

—Can I help you, sir? —We want a meal.

—What sort of meal? A hot one or a cold one? —A salad, I think.

—Which one, sir? A ham or a beef salad? —What's this sort of salad in English? —Which one are you looking at, sir?

—That one over there, next to the bread rolls. —That's a beef salad, sir.

—Thank you. Is there any rye bread? —No, I'm sorry. There are plenty of rolls. 02

—Excuse me, sir, where do you come from? —We come from Copenhagen. —You speak English very well. —Thank you.

—What are you doing at the moment? —We're visiting London. —What do you both do? —We are teachers. 03

—Do you like your salad?

—Yes. It's nice and fresh. Is yours good, too? —No. Mine is rather tasteless.

—You need some salt and some olive oil. 04

—Allow me to fetch you a chair.

—Thank you, but I've just asked the waiter to get me one. —Let me get you a drink, then.

—Thank you again, but look, John's bringing me one now. —I don't seem to be very useful, do I?

—Don't say that. There's always another time, you know. 05

Man: Three gin and tonics please.

Waitress: I'm sorry, sir, but we're not allowed to serve drinks before twelve o'clock midday. Would you like me to bring you something else? Some coffee? 06

Man: Waiter, this table-cloth is a disgrace. It's covered with soup stains.

Waiter: Oh, I'm so sorry, sir. It should have been changed before. If you'll just wait one moment ... 07

Man: Waiter. I can't quite understand how you manage to get ten marks plus twelve marks plus sixty-five marks fifty pennies to add up to one hundred and seventy-seven marks fifty pennies.

Waiter: One moment, I'll just check it, sir. You're quite right, sir. I can't understand how such a mistake could have been made. I do apologize, sir. 2 01

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Interviewer: Now let's go back to your first novel, Rag Doll. When did you write that?

Writer: Rag Doll, yes. I wrote that in 1960, a year after I left school. Interviewer: How old were you then?

Writer: Um, eighteen? Yes, eighteen, because a year later I went to Indonesia.

Interviewer: Mm. And of course it was your experience in Indonesia that inspired your film Eastern Moon.

Writer: Yes, that's right, although I didn't actually make Eastern Moon until 1978.

Interviewer: And you worked in television for a time too.

Writer: Yes, I started making documentaries for television in 1973, when I was thirty. That was after I gave up farming. Interviewer: Farming?

Writer: Yes, that's right. You see, I stayed in Indonesia for eight years. I met my wife there in 1965, and after we came back we bought a farm in the West of England, in 1970. A kind of experiment, really.

Interviewer: But you gave it up three years later.

Writer: Well, yes. You see it was very hard work, and I was also very busy working on my second novel, The Cold Earth, which came out in 1975.

Interviewer: Yes, that was a best-seller, wasn't it?

Writer: Yes, it was, and that's why only two years after that I was able to give up television work and concentrate on films and that sort of thing. And after that ... 02

Shop Assistant: Harling's Hardware.

Customer: Hello. I'd like to buy a new fridge. I can't afford a very expensive one, and it mustn't be more than 140 cm high.

Shop Assistant: Right. I think I have one here. Wait a moment. Yes, here we are. It's 50 cm wide and 130 cm high. Customer: Oh. And how much is it?

Shop Assistant: It's one hundred and twenty-nine pounds, very cheap.

Customer: I'll come over and have a look at it. 03

A: Good morning. Can I help you?

B: Yes. I'd like to find my perfect partner.

A: I see. Well, if you could just answer a few questions? B: Certainly.

A: First of all, what age would you like your partner to be? B: About twenty. Not more than twenty-five, anyway. A: Okay. And what sort of build? B: What do you mean?

A: Well, would you like someone who is very slim or would you prefer someone rather more plump?

B: Ah, I see what you mean. I don't think I mind, actually. A: And what about height? B: Oh, not too tall. A: So, medium-height? B: Yes, and long hair. A: Any particular color?

B: No. As long as it's long, it doesn't matter what color. A: Good. Now, is there anything else at all?

B: Well, obviously I'd like someone good-looking.

A: Well, we'll see what we can do. Would you like to fill in this form in the next room and I'll call you soon. (enters C)

C: Hello. Is this the Perfect Partners office? A: That's right.

C: I'm interested in meeting someone new.

A: Well, you've certainly come to the right p1ace. What sort of person are you looking for?

C: Oh, someone tall, dark and handsome. A: I see. And what sort of age? C: Oh, mid-twenties, I suppose.

A: Well, I might have just the person for you. Could I just ask how

old you are? C: Twenty-four.

A: Good. Could you just wait here a minute? (C puzzled)

(A goes and fetches B)

A: This doesn't usually happen, but I think I've found just the person for you. B: Oh, no! C: Not you!

B: What are you doing here?

C: I think I should be asking you that.

B: Well, I just wanted to ... (interrupted by A) A: Excuse me, but what's going on? C: That's my husband. B: And that's my wife.

A: But you're just right for each other, from what you told me. (Pause)

B: Yes ... I see what you mean.

C: I suppose it's true. You are what I'm looking for. B: Oh, darling. Why did we ever leave each other? C: I don't know, but it's not too late, is it? B: No. (they embrace) A: Excuse me.

B & C: (surprised) Sorry?

A: That'll be twenty-five pounds please! 3 01

47 Riverside Road, London SE1 4LP. 10th May, 1989

Dear Chris,

Thanks for your letter. I'm sorry I haven't answered it sooner but writing is difficult at the moment. I fell off my bike last week and broke my arm. It isn't anything very serious and I'll be OK in a few weeks.

Your holiday sounds fantastic. I'm sure you'll enjoy it. Someone at work went to Jamaica last year and had a wonderful time. When are you going exactly? I hope you'll have good weather. There isn't really much more news from here. I'll write a longer letter in a few weeks. Send me a postcard and give my regards to everyone.

Yours

Kim

Lesson 14 1 01

—I want to fly to Geneva on or about the first. —I'll just see what there is.

—I want to go economy, and I'd prefer the morning. —Lufthansa Flight LH 203 leaves at 0920. —What time do I have to be there?

—The coach leaves for the airport at 0815. 02

—You must have some more chicken.

—No, thanks. I'm supposed to be slimming. —Can't I tempt you?

—Well, maybe I could manage a very small piece. 03

—I expect you could do with a cup of tea, couldn't you?

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—I'd rather have a cup of coffee, if you don't mind. —Milk and sugar?

—A milky one without sugar, please, 04

—What would you like to drink? —A black coffee for me, please. —How about something to eat?

—Yes, I'd love a portion of that strawberry tart. —Right. I'll see if I can catch the waitress's eye. 05

—Can I take your order, sir?

—Yes. I'd like to try the steak, please. —And to follow? —Ice cream, please. 06

—Can I help you, madam? —Is there a bank at this hotel?

—Yes, madam, the International Bank has an office on the ground floor of the hotel. —Is it open yet?

—Yes, madam, the bank is open from Monday to Friday from 9:30 am till 3 pm. —Thank you. 07

—Can I still get breakfast in the brasserie?

—Yes, sir, if you hurry you can just make it—breakfast is served until 10:30. 08

—How soon do I have to leave my room?

—Normally it's by 12 noon on the day of your departure.

—Well, you see, my plane doesn't go till half past five tomorrow afternoon.

—I see. Which room is it, madam? —Room 577—the name is Browning.

—Ah yes, Mrs. Browning. You may keep the room till 3 pm if you wish.

—Oh, that's nice. Thank you very much. 2 01

Conversation 1:

Mrs. Henderson has just answered the telephone. Frank wasn't in so she had to take a message for him. Listen to the conversation and look at the message she wrote.

Julie: 789 6443. Who's calling, please?

Paul: Paul Clark here. Can I speak to Mr. Henderson, please? Julie: Sorry, he's out at the moment. Can I take a message?

Paul: Yes, please. Could you tell him that his car will be ready by 6 pm on Thursday?

Julie: Yes, of course. I'll do that. What's your number, in case he wants to ring you? Paul: 2748 double 53.

Julie: (repeating) 2 ... 7 ... 4, 8 ... double 5 ... 3. Thank you. Goodbye.

Conversation 2:

Male: 268 7435. Who's calling?

Female: This is Helen Adams. Could I speak to my husband? Male: Sorry, Mr. Adams is out. Can I take a message?

Female: Could you tell him that my mother is arriving on Thursday? At about 1 pm.

Male: Right, Mrs. Adams. I'll do that. Where are you, in case he wants to ring you?

Female: I'm not at home. The number here is 773 3298.

Male: (repeating the number) 773 3298. Thank you. Goodbye.

Conversation 3:

Female: 575 4661. Who's calling, please?

Male: This is Mr. Jones from the Daily Star. I'd like to talk to Mr. Henderson.

Female: Sorry, I'm afraid he isn't in. Can I take a message?

Male: Yes... Please tell him that the advertisement will definitely be in Friday's paper. That's Friday, the 13th of this month.

Female: Certainly, Mr. Jones. What's the phone number, in case he has forgotten.

Male: My number? (astounded) The number of the Daily Star? Everyone knows it. (chanting) 123 4567.

Female: (laughing and repeating) 1-2-3 4-5-6-7. Thank you. Mr. Jones. 02

Shopkeeper: Yes, Mrs. Davies? What could we do for you today? Mrs. Davies: I want to order some foods.

Shopkeeper: Well, I thought that might be the reason you came here, Mrs. Davies. Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha.

Mrs. Davies: But I want rather a lot, so you'll have to deliver it. Shopkeeper: That's perfectly all right. You just order whatever you like and we'll send it straight round to your house this afternoon. Mrs. Davies: Right. Well, first of all I want two boxes of baked beans.

Shopkeeper: You mean two tins?

Mrs. Davies: No, I mean two boxes. Two boxes of tins of baked beans.

Shopkeeper: But each box contains forty-eight tins. Are you really sure you want so many? I mean, it would take a long time to eat so many.

Mrs. Davies: Who said anything about eating them? I'm saving them.

Shopkeeper: Saving them? Mrs. Davies: Yes, for the war.

Shopkeeper: War? Are we going to have a war?

Mrs. Davies: You never know. I'm not taking any chances. I read the papers. You're not going to catch me stuck in the house without a thing to eat. So put down two boxes of baked beans, will you? And three boxes of rice, five boxes of spaghetti and you'd better send me a hundred tins of tomato sauce to go with it. Have you got that?

Shopkeeper: Yes, two boxes of baked beans, three boxes of rice, five boxes of spaghetti and a hundred tins of tomato sauce. But I'm not sure we have all these things in stock. I mean not that amount. Mrs. Davies: How soon can you get them, then?

Shopkeeper: Well, within the next few days. I don't suppose you'll be needing them before then, will you?

Mrs. Davies: You never can tell. It's touch and go. I was watching the nice man on the television last night. You know, the one with the nice teeth. Lovely smile he's got. And he said, 'Well, you never can tell. And that set me thinking, you see. Anyway, you just deliver them as soon as you can. I shan't be going out again after today. Now ... now what else? Ah yes, tea and sugar. I'd better have a couple of boxes of each of those. No ... no make if four of sugar. I've got a sweet tooth.

Shopkeeper: So two boxes of tea and four boxes of sugar. Anything else? It doesn't sound a very interesting diet. How about half a dozen boxes of tinned fish?

Mrs. Davies: Fish? No, I can't stand fish. Oh, but that reminds me, eight boxes of cat food. Shopkeeper: Cat food?

Mrs. Davies: Yes. Not for me. You don't think I'm going to sit there on my own, do you? 3

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A sailor once went into a pub in a very dark street in Liverpool. He got very drunk there and staggered out around 11 pm. Around midnight, one of his friends found him on his hands and knees in the gutter. \are you doing there?\he inquired. \looking for my wallet. I think I lost it in that dark street down there,\\the friend demanded. The sailor thought for a moment.\Because the light is better here,\ 02

A famous 85-year-old millionaire once gave a lecture at an American university. \going to tell you how to live a long, healthy life and how to get very rich at the same time,\he announced. \bad habits like drinking and smoking. But you have to get up early every morning, work at least 10 hours a day and save every penny, as well,\did all those things and yet he died a very poor man at the age of only 39. How do you explain that?\he asked. The millionaire thought for a moment. \enough,\

Lesson 15 1 01

—What flights are there from London to Vienna tomorrow? —If you'd like to take a seat, I'll find out for you. —I'd like to travel first class, please.

—BEA Flight BE 502 takes off from Heathrow at 0925, and flies direct.

—What time have I got to get there?

—You'll have to be at West London Air Terminal by 0810 at the latest. 02

Dialogue 2:

—Another piece of meat pie? —No, thanks, really. I'm on a diet.

—Please do. You've hardly eaten anything. —It's delicious, but I don't think l ought to.

Dialogue 3:

—How about a nice cup of tea before you go? —Yes, I'd love one. —How do you like it?

—A strong one with three spoons for me, please.

Dialogue 4:

—What are you going to have to drink? —I'd like something cool.

—Would you care for some cake? —Yes, I'll try a piece of cheese cake.

—It certainly looks tempting. I wouldn't mind some myself. 03

—Have you chosen something, sir? —Yes, I think I'll have the curry, please. —What would you like afterwards? —I'd like some fruit if you have any. 04

—Would you like a cigarette?

—No, thanks. I'm trying to cut down. —Go on. I owe you one from yesterday.

—OK, but next time you must have one of mine. 05

—I wonder if you could help me—I'm looking for a room. —I have got a vacancy, yes.

—What sort of price are you asking?

—Eight pounds fifty a week excluding laundry. —Would it be convenient to see the room?

—Can you call back later? We're right in the middle of lunch. 06

—Will Dr. Black be able to see me at about 9:15 tomorrow?

—Sorry, but he's fully booked till eleven unless there's a cancellation.

—Would ten to one be convenient? —Yes, he's free then. 07

—Can you fix me up with a part-time job? —Anything in particular that appeals to you?

—I was rather hoping to find something in a school. —Have you done that kind of thing before? —Yes, I was doing the same job last summer.

—I might be able to help you, but I'd need references. 2 01

(Mr. Radford has just dropped in for a quick lunch.) Waitress: A table for one, sir? Mr. Radford: Yes, please.

Waitress: Are you having the set lunch? Mr. Radford: Yes.

Waitress: What would you like to start with? Mr. Radford: What's the soup of the day? Waitress: Mushroom.

Mr. Radford: Yes, please. I'll have that. Waitress: And for your main course?

Mr. Radford: The plaice, I think, and apple tart to follow. Waitress: Would you like something to drink with your meal? Mr. Radford: Yes. A lager please. Waitress: Thank you. 02

Waiter: Good afternoon.

Mr. Blackmore: Good afternoon. I have a table for two under the name of Blackmore.

Waiter: Yes, sir. Would you like to come this way? Mr. Blackmore: Thank you.

Waiter: Can I take your coat, madam? Mrs. Blackmore: Thank you.

Waiter: Will this table do for you?

Mr. Blackmore: That will be fine, thanks.

Waitress: Would you like a drink before your meal? Mrs. Blackmore: Yes. A dry sherry, please. Mr. Blackmore: Half of bitter for me. Waiter: Are you ready to order? Mr. Blackmore: Yes, I think so.

Waiter: What would you like for starters, madam?

Mrs. Blackmore: I can't decide. What do you recommend? Waiter: Well, the prawns are always popular. The patè is very good ...

Mrs. Blackmore: The prawns then please, for me. Waiter: And for you, sir?

Mr. Blackmore: I think I'll try the soup. Waiter: Very good, sir. And to follow? Mrs. Blackmore: Rack of lamb, I think. Waiter: And for you, sir?

Mr. Blackmore: I'll have the steak. 22

Waiter: How would you like your steak done, sir?

Mr. Blackmore: Medium rare, please.

Waiter: Thank you. Would you like to see the wine list? Mr. Blackmore: Do you have a house wine? Waiter: Yes, sir. Red or white?

Mr. Blackmore: Do you have half bottles or half carafes? Waiter: Yes, sir.

Mr. Blackmore: One of each then, please. 03

Reporter: Now, Susan. You've had a few minutes to rest. Can you tell us something about yourself? How old are you and what do you do?

Susan: I'm twenty-two and I'm a bus conductress.

Reporter: A bus conductress! So you're used to collecting money. Who taught you to cycle?

Susan: Nobody. I taught myself. I've been cycling since I was five. Reporter: And who bought that beautiful racing cycle for you? Susan: I bought it myself. I worked overtime.

Reporter: Good for you! And what are you going to do now?

Susan; Now? If you mean this minute, I'm going to have a long hot bath.

Reporter: You must need to relax. Again, congratulations. That was Susan James, winner of this year's London to Brighton cycle race. 04

I hope I never grow old! My grandfather lives with us and he's making my life a misery. When I was small he was kind and cheerful. But now he's always complaining and criticising. I mustn't interrupt when he's talking. It's rude. He doesn't like my clothes. 'Nice girls don't dress like that.' I shouldn't wear make-up. 'Natural beauty is best.' Sometimes he interferes with my homework. 'When I was young we used to do maths differently,' he says. Honestly, he's so old he doesn't know anything. But that doesn't stop him criticising me. He doesn't like my friends or my favorite records. 'You're making too much noise,' he calls. 'I can't get to sleep.' When he's not complaining he's asking questions. 'Where are you going? Where have you been? Why aren't you helping your mother?' He thinks I'm six, not sixteen. Anyway, why can't I do what I like? It's my life, not his. 3 01

Philip is a very interesting boy. He is clever but he doesn't like school. He hates studying but he is very keen on learning new practical skills. In his spare time he often repairs motorbikes. He likes helping the neighbours in their vegetable gardens, too.

Lesson 16 1 01

—How shall I do it, sir? —Just tidy it up a bit, please. —Do you want some spray?

—No, nothing at all. Thank you very much. 02

—Is anybody looking after you?

—No. I'm after a size 40 V-neck pullover in grey. —The best I can do is a 36. —Could you order me one?

—I should imagine so, yes. If you leave your address, I'll contact you. 03

—How much is this greetings telegram to Germany, please? —I'll just make sure. Anything else?

—Yes. Half a dozen air mail labels and a book of stamps. —Seventy-five pence exactly, please. 04

—I keep feeling dizzy, and I've got a headache. —How long has this been going on? —It came on yesterday.

—I should say you're generally run down. —What ought I to do?

—It's nothing serious, but you'd better stay in bed for a day or two. 05

—Mrs. Hughes, this is Peter Brown. —How do you do? —How do you do?

—How do you find things over here?

—If it wasn't for the climate, I'd like it very much. —It won't take you long to settle down. 06

—If you'll excuse me, I really should be off now. —Not yet surely. Have another drink at least. —No, thank you all the same. —Oh dear! What a pity!

—Thank you very much indeed for the delicious meal. —Thank you for coming. 07

—I'm afraid I didn't quite hear what you said.

—I said, 'There's no rush. I can take you in the car.' —Won't it make you late?

—No, I'm going right past your place. 08

—That radio's terribly loud. Could you turn it down a fraction? —Sorry! Is it disturbing you?

—Yes, and something else—wouldn't it be an idea to buy your own soap?

—Sorry! I didn't realize you felt so strongly about it. 2 01

(Two customers are at the \Waiter: Can I take your orders, please?

1st Man: Yes. A Maxi Quarterpounder for me, please. With chips. Waiter: Anything else, sir?

1st Man: A banana long boat, I think.

Waiter: What would you like to drink with your meal? 1st Man: Can I have a beer?

Waiter: I'm sorry sir, we are not licensed to sell alcohol. 1st Man: A cold milk then, please. Waiter: And for you, sir?

2nd Man: I'll have the cheeseburger with a green salad, please. Waiter: And to follow? 2nd Man: I'll decide later. Waiter: And to drink? 2nd Man: Cola, please. 02

—Can I get breakfast in my room?

—Certainly, sir. It's served in your room from 8 until 10. —How do I order it?

—Just ask for Room Service on the phone, or I can make a note of it if you like, sir.

—Yes, I'd like it at 8.30 tomorrow morning—that's the continental breakfast. 23

—Very good, sir.

03

—I've just spilled some soup on my best dress, and we're leaving first thing the day after tomorrow. How on earth can I get it cleaned?

—If you hand it in for dry cleaning before 9 tomorrow morning, it'll be returned to you the same day. I can get you Room Service and arrange it now if you like, madam.

—Oh, could you really? That would be wonderful. 04

—I'll be needing an early call tomorrow—can you fix that for me? —There's an automatic waking device in the panel at the head of your bed. You just set it to the time you want. 05

—I thought you had TV in all your rooms here.

—I'm afraid not, sir, but we can install one in your room. —Will that be extra?

—Yes, sir. Our charge for a color TV is four Finnish marks per day. —Well, I'll have to ask my wife what she thinks.

—Very good, sir, and if you decide to rent one, would you please call Room Service? 06

—(Sarcastically) Are you free to answer my question at last?

—Yes, of course, madam—as you see, we've been rather busy today.

—So it seems. I tried to find a maid this morning, but there wasn't anyone there.

—When you want Room Service, madam, just lift the phone in your room and ask for Room Service.

—Oh, that's how you do it—and how was I supposed to know? 07

(Background sound of voices / glasses clinking / ice. Interrupted by doorbell.)

Mrs. Phillips: How nice to see you, Mrs. Adams. Do come in. I'll take your coat. Henry ... Henry ... Mr. and Mrs. Adams are here. Mrs. Adams: It's very kind of you to invite us. Is it a special occasion?

Mr. Phillips: Good evening, Mrs. Adams. Good evening, sir. What would you like to drink?

Mr. Adams: My wife is driving tonight so I'll need something strong.

Mr. Phillips: Follow me. Everyone's in the sitting room.

(Background sounds of subdued merriment, voices, glasses, interrupted by the sound of metal on glass. Pause while noises stop.)

Mr. Phillips: Ladies and gentlemen, I'd like to tell you the reason for this party. Of course, we're always delighted to see all of you but ... what I want to say is ... Helen has just won a prize. She entered a competition and we're going to Bermuda on a free holiday.

(Background sounds of congratulations. 'Well done, Helen.' 'Congratulations.' 'What a surprise. When are you leaving?')

Mr. Phillips: Now I'd like to ask my wife to tell you about her success. Helen?

Mrs. Phillips: Well, all I can say is: what a surprise! I had no idea I was going to win. I didn't even know I was going to enter the competition. Henry did all the work, didn't you, Henry? He told me how to fill in the form, how to answer the questions and how to write one sentence about Fluorex Toothpaste. The strange thing is ... we've never used it. 08

James and Patrick were alone in the office.

Patrick: You're not looking very cheerful. What's the matter with you?

James: Oh, nothing special. I'm just a bit fed up. Patrick: With the job?

James: With everything, with catching the same train every morning, sitting in the same office all day, watching the same television programs ...

Patrick: You need a holiday.

James: It wasn't always like this, you know. Patrick: How do you mean?

James: Well, our great-great-grandfathers had more fun, didn't they? I mean, they hunted for their food and grew their own vegetables and did things for themselves. We do the same sort of job for years and years. There's no variety in our lives.

Patrick: You need a holiday. That's what's the matter with you. 3 01

Imagine you are being interviewed for a job you really want. How would you answer these questions?

1. What was the worst problem you encountered in your present job?

2. How did you handle it?

3. Why do you want to leave your present job?

4. What are you most proud of having done in your present job? 5. Why do you think you are qualified for this job? 6. What sort of boss would you most like to work for?

7. Supposing a member of your staff was frequently away from work, claiming to be ill, what action would you take?

8. If you were working as a part of the team, what unspoken rules of behavior would you observe?

9. How long do you plan to stay in this job? Lesson 17 1 01

—What's the postage on these letters to Thailand, please? —I'll have to check. Do you need anything else? —Yes. A three pence stamp, please. —That'll be eighty-five pence in all. 02

—I wish you wouldn't have your TV so loud. —Sorry! Were you trying to sleep?

—Yes, and while I think of it—please ask when you borrow the iron.

—I really ought to have known better. Sorry! 03

—Wendy, I'd like you to meet my brother, Sam. —How do you do? —How do you do?

—What do you think of life in England? —I'm still feeling pretty homesick. —It's bound to be strange at first. 04

—It's time we were off.

—So soon? Can't you stay a little longer? —I wish I could, but I'm late already. —What a shame!

—Thank you for a wonderful meal. —I'm glad you enjoyed it. 05

—Sorry, but I didn't quite catch that.

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—I said, 'Can I give you a lift?' —Isn't it out of your way? —No, it's on my way home. 06

—I feel shivery and I've got a pain in my stomach. —How long have you had it? —The best part of a week.

—By the sound of it, you've caught a chill. —What should I do?

—I'll give you something for it, and come to see you in a couple of days. 2 01

Woman: I'd like the continental breakfast, please.

Waiter: Yes, madam. What sort of fruit juice would you like to start with?

Woman: The pineapple juice.

Waiter: Would you prefer honey, marmalade or jam? Woman: Oh, marmalade, please.

Waiter: And what would you like to drink, madam? Woman: Coffee, please, black coffee. 02

Head Waiter: \Woman: I'd like to reserve a table for five. Head Waiter: And was that today, madam? Woman: Of course.

Head Waiter: At what time, madam?

Woman: Oh, about three o'clock, I suppose.

Head Waiter: I'm afraid we only serve lunch until 3 pm, madam. Woman: Oh well, two o'clock then, and it must be by a window. Head Waiter: Very good, and what name, please? Woman: Bellington, Mrs. Martha Bellington.

Head Waiter: Very good, Mrs. Bellington. A table for five at 2 pm today. 03

Head Waiter: \Man: Do you have a table for two this evening? Head Waiter: Certainly, sir. At what time was it? Man: What time does the band start playing? Head Waiter: At 8 pm, sir.

Man: Right. Make it 7:30 then, and near the dance floor if possible. Head Waiter: Very good, sir. And what name, please? Man: Kryzkoviak.

Head Waiter: Could you just repeat that, please?

Man: Kryzkoviak, that's Polish, you know. K-R-Y-Z-K-O-V-I-A-K. Head Waiter: Yes. Thank you, Mr. Kryzkoviak. We look forward to seeing you. 04

—What shall we do tonight? —How about the cinema?

—That's a good idea. We haven't been for ages. —What would you like to see? —Oh, I don't know. Spy Story?

—Spy Story? That terrible, old film?

—But it's got James Perevelle in it. I'm still trying to write a story about him, you know. —But I've seen it before.

—Never mind. Perhaps you'll like it better the second time. (In the cinema)

—(You look so beautiful in that dress. Why do you have to die?) —Would you like an ice cream? —Shhhh. No, thank you.

—(Let's run away together and forget about the whole world.) —What about some chocolates? —Shut up! I'm watching the film.

—Well, I'm gonna get myself some chocolates. —(Just you and me and nobody else.) (After the film)

—That was really wonderful. —Wonderful? Don't be silly. —He's a fantastic actor. —Do you feel alright? —Of course, I do.

—I just wondered. You don't usually like rubbish films like that. —It wasn't rubbish at all. Some of the films you like are really terrible, though. 05

The spaceship flew around the new planet several times. The planet was blue and green. They couldn't see the surface of the planet because there were too many white clouds. The spaceship descended slowly through the clouds and landed in the middle of a green forest. The two astronauts put on their space suits, opened the door, climbed carefully down the ladder, and stepped onto the planet.

The woman looked at a small control unit on her arm. 'It's all right,' she said to the man. 'We can breathe the air ... it's a mixture of oxygen and nitrogen.' Both of them took off their helmets and breathed deeply.

They looked at everything carefully. All the plants and animals looked new and strange. They could not find any intelligent life. After several hours, they returned to their spaceship. Everything looked normal. The man switched on the controls, but nothing happened. 'Something's wrong,' he said. 'I don't understand ... the engines aren't working.' He switched on the computer, but that didn't work either. 'Eve,' he said, 'we're stuck here ... we can't take off!'

'Don't worry, Adam,' she replied. 'They'll rescue us soon.' 3 01

There were angry scenes yesterday outside No. 10 Downing Street as London school teachers protested about their salaries and conditions. London teachers are now in the second week of their strike for better pay. Tim Burston, BBC correspondent for education was there.

Lesson 18 1 01

—Cigarette?

—No, thanks. Not before lunch. —Please have one. It's a new brand.

—I honestly don't feel like one at the moment, thanks. 02

—I believe you take in foreign students. —Yes, if you don't mind sharing. —How much is it?

—Nine pounds per week including heating. —Do you think I could have a look at it, please?

—We're having it decorated at the moment. Will Friday do? 03

—I wonder whether the dentist could fit me in early tomorrow. —I'm afraid there's nothing before midday. —How about 12:45?

—Sorry, but that's taken, too. 25

04

—I was wondering whether you needed any part-timers. —What were you thinking of? —A hotel job of some sort.

—Have you ever done anything similar? —Not so far, no.

—There's nothing at present, but look back in a week. 05

—How do you want it, sir? —Just a trim, please.

—Would you like it washed?

—No, thank you. Just leave it as it is. 06

—Are you being served?

—No. What have you got in the way of brown suede jackets, size forty-two?

—Sorry, but we're sold right out.

—Are you likely to be getting any more in?

—I should think so, yes. If you leave your phone number, I'll ring you. 07

—Eastbourne 54655.

—Hello. John here. Can I speak to Mary, please? —Hold the line, please. —OK.

—Sorry, but she's out.

—Would you tell her I rang? —I'd be glad to. 08

—4864459.

—Hello. David Black speaking. May I have a word with June? —I'll just see if she's in. —Right you are.

—I'm afraid she's not here. —Could you take a message? —Yes, of course. 2 01

Elina Malinen was in fact invited for an interview at the \Appetit Restaurant\

Johnson: Good evening, Miss Malinen. Won't you sit down? Elina: Good evening. Thank you.

Johnson: Now, I notice you left the Hotel Scandinavia in l980. What are you now doing in England?

Elina: I'm spending a few months brushing up my English and getting to know the country better.

Johnson: And you want to work in England too. Why?

Elina: I'm keen on getting some experience abroad, and I like England and English people.

Johnson: Good. Now, I see from the information you sent me that you've worked in your last employment for nearly four years. Was that a large restaurant?

Elina: Medium-size for Finland, about forty tables.

Johnson: I see. Well, you'd find it rather different here. Ours is much smaller, we have only ten tables. Elina: That must be very cosy.

Johnson: We try to create a warm, intimate atmosphere. Now, as to the job, you would be expected to look after five tables normally, though we get in extra staff for peak periods. Elina: I see.

Johnson: I'm the Restaurant Manager and Head Waiter, so you'd be working directly under me. You'd be responsible for bringing in the dishes from the kitchen, serving the drinks, and if necessary looking after the bills. So you'd be kept pretty busy.

Elina: I'm used to that. In my last position we were busy most of the time, especially in summer.

Johnson: Good. Now, is there anything you'd like to ask about the job?

Elina: Well, the usual question—what sort of salary were you thinking of paying?

Johnson: We pay our waiters forty pounds a week, and you would get your evening meal free. Elina: I see.

Johnson: Now, you may have wondered why I asked you here so late in the day. The fact is, I would like to see you in action, so to speak. Would you be willing to act as a waitress here this evening for half-an-hour or so? Our first customer will be coming in, let me see, in about ten minutes' time.

Elina: Well, I'm free this evening otherwise.

Johnson: Good. And in return perhaps you will have dinner with us? Now, let me show you the kitchen first. This way, please ... 02

Tom: Well, what's the forecast? Are we going to have more snow? And ... is your mother awake?

Helen: Hang on, Dad. The first answer is 'yes' and the second is 'no'. Let's have a cup of tea.

Tom: That's a good idea. ... Where's Jean? Where's your mother? Jean, how about some breakfast?

Helen: Shh. Mother's still asleep, as I've told you.

Tom: And what about the twins? Where are Peter and Paul?

Helen: They were sick all night. That's why Mum is so tired today. And ... they're having a birthday party tomorrow. Remember?

Tom: Another birthday? Helen, look at the clock. It's 8:45. Let's go. We're going to be late. 03

—Me, officer? You're joking!

—Come off it, Mulligan. For a start, you spent three days watching the house. You shouldn't have done that, you know. The neighbors got suspicious and phoned the police ... —But I was only looking, officer.

—... and on the day of the robbery, you really shouldn't have used your own car. We got your number. And if you'd worn a mask, you wouldn't have been recognized. —I didn't go inside!

—Ah, there's another thing. You should've worn gloves, Mulligan. If you had, you wouldn't have left your fingerprints all over the house. We found your fingerprints on the jewels, too. —You mean ... you've found the jewels?

—Oh yes. Where you ... er ... 'hid' them. Under your mattress.

—My God! You know everything! I'll tell you something, officer—you shouldn't have joined the police force. If you'd taken up burglary, you'd have made a fortune! 04

Why do people play football? It's a stupid game, and dangerous too. Twenty-two men fight for two hours to kick a ball into a net. They get more black eyes than goals. On dry, hard pitches they break their bones. On muddy ones they sprain their muscles. Footballers must be mad. And why do people watch football? They must be mad too. They certainly shout and scream like madmen. In fact I'm afraid to go out when there's a football match. The crowds are so dangerous. I'd rather stay at home and watch TV. But what happens when I switch on? They're showing a football match. So I turn on the radio. What do I hear? 'The latest football scores.' And what do I see when I open a newspaper? Photos of footballers, interviews with footballers, reports of football matches. Footballers are the heroes of the twentieth century. They're rich and famous. Why? 26

Because they can kick a ball around. How stupid! Everyone seems

to be mad about football, but I'm not. Down with football, I say. 3 01

Mrs. Brink: Come in. Oh, it's you again, Tom. What have you done this time?

Tom: I've cut my finger and it's bleeding a lot.

Mrs. Brink: Let me see, Tom ... Hmmm, that is a bad cut. I can clean it and put a plaster on it, but you'll have to see the doctor.

Lesson 19 1 01

—Good morning. Can I see Mr. Johnson, please? —Have you an appointment? —Yes, at half past ten.

—What's your name, please? —McDonald, Jane McDonald.

—Ah, yes. Mr. Johnson's expecting you. This way, please. Mr. Johnson's room is on the next floor. 02

—What does your friend do for a living?

—He's one of those people who give legal advice. —Oh, I see. He is a solicitor, you mean.

—Yes. That's the word I was looking for. My vocabulary is still very small, I'm afraid.

—Never mind. You explained what you meant. 03

—What shall we do this weekend? —Let's go for a walk.

—Where shall we go, then?

—Let's go to the new forest. We haven't been there for a long time. —That's a good idea. I'll call for you in a car at about half past ten. Is that alright?

—That'll be splendid. See you tomorrow, then. Goodbye. 04

—You have some brown, suede shoes in the window at four pounds. Would you show me a pair in size six, please?

—Oh, what a pity. We have no size six left in that style. But we have a pair in slightly different style. —Can I try them on? —Yes, of course.

—I like these very much. How much are they? —They are exactly the same price. Four pounds. —Good. I'll have them, then. 05

—Excuse me, but I really must go now. —Oh, must you? It's still quite early.

—I'm terribly sorry, but I have to be at home by midnight. My wife will be very worried.

—I quite understand. What time does your train go?

—At 11:15. Dear me, it's gone 11:00. I'll have to ask you to drive me to the station.

—That's alright. But you must come again soon. —That's most kind of you. 06

—You are up early this morning.

—Yes. I've been out and bought a paper.

—Good. Then you can tell me what the weather's like.

—It's freezing.

—Oh, dear, not again.

—Don't worry. It's not nearly as cold as yesterday. —Thank goodness for that. 07

—Excuse me, can you tell me where the \Bond\film is showing?

—Yes, at the Palace Cinema.

—Do you happen to know when it starts?

—I don't know when it starts, but I can tell you how to find out. It's here in the local paper.

—Can you show me which page it is on?

—Here it is. But I don't know which performance you want to see. 08

—Why aren't you eating your breakfast? —I don't feel very well.

—Oh, dear, what's the matter? —I feel feverish. I'm shivering.

—Go and lie down. I'll send for the doctor.

—Look, I hate causing any bother. I prefer working it off. —Certainly not. You must go to bed and keep warm. 09

—Excuse me, can you tell me the way to the swimming pool, please?

—I can't, I'm afraid. I'm a stranger here, you see. But why not ask that man over there? He'll be able to tell you, I'm sure. —Which one do you mean?

—Look, the one over there, on the other side of the road. —Ah, yes. I can see him now. Thank you so much. 2 01

Announcer l: This is Radio 2 and you are listening to the 6 o'clock news. Here are the main points: Texas is having its worst storms for fifty years. Many people are homeless ... and damage to property is estimated at over two million dollars. Today's Irish budget has introduced the highest increase in taxes since 1979. The film Living at Home, has received the Best Film of the Year Award. This is the first British film to win the top award for four years. The rise in the cost of living has been the lowest for six months.

Announcer 2: More news later. And now for the latest sound from The Freakouts. 02

Mike: (confused) Look, Jenny. I don't understand what's going on. You said your sister was arriving at 7:30. It's 8:30 now.

Jenny: I'm sorry, Mike. I don't understand either. Here's Helena's telegram. Have a look at it.

Mike: Arriving Heathrow Tuesday 19:30. Can't wait to see you. (sarcastic) Can't wait to see you. Hmmm. I can't wait to see her. Jenny, where's she coming from? What airline is she traveling on? What's the flight number?

Jenny: I don't know, do I? This telegram is the only information I have.

Mike: Never mind, Jenny. Let's have a coffee. We can sit down and think about the best thing to do. 03

—Have you ever been chased by a dog, Keith? —No, I haven't, but I have been chased by a bull. —Really?

—Yes, it was a couple of weekends ago—I was ... er ... I was going for a walk out in the country following this footpath and it went through a field, and I was so busy looking out for the footpath that I 27

didn't notice that the field was full of young bullocks. And the

trouble was I was wearing this bright red anorak, and suddenly the bulls started bucking and jumping up and down and started chasing me.

—What did you do?

—Well, I was pretty scared—I just ran for the nearest fence and jumped over it.

—Actually I do know somebody who once got bitten by a dog while he was jogging.

—Was he? How did that happen?

—Well, he was running past a farm when suddenly this sheepdog came out and started barking at him, so he tried to kick it out of the way but then suddenly the dog jumped up and bit him in the leg. I think he had to go to the doctor to make sure it wasn't infected. 04

My grandfather was called Charles, and my grandmother was called Ann. They lived in Manchester. My grandmother died last year, aged ninety-eight. They had three children, named David, John and Alice. They are, of course, my father, my uncle, and aunt. My father is called David, and he is the eldest of the three. My mother is called Mary. My father was an engineer. He's retired now. My father's brother, my uncle, as I said, is called John. He's married to Heidi. They have two children. The oldest is called Simon, and the younger one is called Sally. My uncle John is in the army, serving in Germany. Simon is married to a girl called Diana. They have two children, Richard and Fiona. My auntie, Alice, married a man called Henry Jones. They moved to Australia when I was very young. I don't remember them very well.

My husband's name is Andy. We have two children, Ida aged two and Tom who is six months old. We're working in China now, and may visit Aunt Alice next year. 05

I was born in Scotland. In Glasgow to be exact. In the early 1950s and I suppose like everybody else, I went to school. Primary school, then secondary school. The only difference really is that I always went to the same school from when I was aged five, right through until I was aged eighteen. So there wasn't really much to relate about that part of my life. I suppose it was much the same as everybody else's. I lived in my hometown, Paisley, all that time. But then aged eighteen, like most British people of my sort of class and so on, I left my hometown and moved away to university. A lot of British people don't go to their local university—they go to another one which is further away. Possibly because they'd rather not stay at home with their parents. So I left my hometown of Paisley and I went to St. Andrews on the east coast of Scotland. There I studied English and then Modern History, and so for four years I studied those subjects and was very happy. Later I left St. Andrews with a degree in Modern History, and not really knowing what I wanted to do. I wasn't sure whether I'd go on to do some research or whether I'd like to be a teacher. So I took a year off to think about it. And then one year later I decided I wanted to be a teacher and I went to Teacher Training College. And this time yet again it was in another part of the country. In Newcastle in the northeast of England, so there I trained to be a teacher and I qualified as a teacher of History and English. And after that year I began work—real work for the first time in my 1ife. I suppose this would be around 1977.

So then I went to work in a comprehensive school in southeast England outside London in a place called Basildon. And there I taught History, but I found out I really disliked both the place, Basildon, and the school. It was a terrible school. So I thought I don't want to be stuck here the rest of my life. I want to try something different. So I did something completely different. I went to er ... would you believe, the Sudan. And I ended up in Omdurman which is near the capital city of Khartoum in Sudan. And I taught English, I taught English to foreigners—to, in fact, teachers of English in a Teacher Training College. That went on for a couple of years. And then I returned to Britain where I did my

Master's degree in Applied Linguistics. This time, again, in another part of the country. In Wales, in North Wales, at a place called Bangor. After graduating, and getting my master's, I went and I taught at Lancaster University. I taught Algerian students who were going to come to British universities to study.

Then I went, for quite a long time, to Yugoslavia, to Lubijiana to be exact. And I taught ESP. ESP means English for Special Purposes—in particular I taught Scientific English in a Chemistry Department connected to UNESCO, U-N-E-S-C-O. And so I worked there for five years and then I moved, but still in the same city. I moved to another job, in medical English, in a hospital—which was also connected with UNESCO.

After a total of seven years in Yugoslavia, and I left and I ended up here where I am now in China, teaching at Yiwai. 3 01

Doctor Sowanso is the Secretary General of the United Nations. He's one of the busiest men in the world. He's just arrived at New Delhi Airport now. The Indian Prime Minister is meeting him. Later they'll talk about Asian problems.

Yesterday he was in Moscow. He visited the Kremlin and had lunch with Soviet leaders. During lunch they discussed international politics.

Tomorrow he'll fly to Nairobi. He'll meet the President of Kenya and other African leaders. He'll be there for twelve hours. The day after tomorrow he'll be in London. He'll meet the British Prime Minister and they'll talk about European economic problems.

Next week he'll be back at the United Nations in New York. Next Monday he'll speak to the General Assembly about his world tour. Then he'll need a short holiday.

Lesson 20 1 01

—Excuse me, but could you tell me the way to the cinema, please? —No, I'm sorry I can't. I'm a stranger in these parts. But why don't you ask that man with a beard? He'll be able to tell you, I'm sure. —Which one do you mean?

—Look, the one over there, by the lamp-post.

—Ah, yes. I can see him now. Thank you very much. —Not at all. 02

—You are not eating your breakfast. —I don't feel very well.

—Oh, dear, what's the matter? —I got a terrible headache.

—You must go back to bed. You look quite ill.

—I don't want to cause any bother. I'd rather work it off. —Out of the question. You must go to bed and keep warm. 03

—I'm sorry to bother you. Can you tell me where War and Peace is showing?

—Yes. At the Empire Cinema. —Would you know when it starts?

—No. I can't tell you when it begins. But I know how you can find out. It's here in this Entertainment's Guide. —Can you show me which page is it on?

—Certainly. But I'm not sure whether you want to go early or late. 04

—You are up early this morning.

—Yes. I've been out and bought a paper.

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—Good. Then you'll be able to tell me what the weather's like. —It's raining.

—Oh, dear, not again.

—Don't worry, it's not nearly as wet as it was yesterday. —Thank goodness for that. 05

—Good morning. Can I see Mr. Baker, please? —Have you an appointment? —Yes, at ten o'clock.

—What's your name, please. —Jones, Andrew Jones.

—Ah, yes. Mr. Baker is expecting you. Will you come this way, please? Mr. Baker's office is along the corridor. 06

—What does your friend do for a living?

—She is one of those persons who look after people in a hospital. —Oh, I see. She is a nurse, you mean.

—Yes. That's the word I was looking for. My vocabulary is rather poor, I'm afraid.

—Never mind. You explained that very well. 07

—What shall we do this weekend? —Let's go for a swim.

—Where shall we go for it?

—Let's go to Long Beach. We haven't been there for a long time. —That's a splendid idea. I'll call for you in a car at eleven o'clock. Is that alright for you?

—Yes. That'll be perfect. See you tomorrow, then. Goodbye. 08

—You have some black, walking shoes in the window. Would you show me a pair in size seven, please?

—Oh, dear, what a pity! There are none left in size seven. Here is a pair in a slightly different style. —Can I try them on? —Yes, of course.

—I like these very much. What do they cost? —They cost 4.25 pounds. —Good. I'll have them, then. 09

—Excuse me, but I must say goodbye now. —Can't you stay a little longer?

—No, I'm sorry, but I really must go. I shall miss my bus if I don't hurry.

—When does your bus go?

—At ten o'clock. Good gracious, it's already 10:15. I'll have to ask you to drive me home.

—That's alright, but I hope to see you again soon. —That's most kind of you. 2 01

Woman: Which do you prefer: driving a car yourself or being a passenger?

Man: Well—that depends. I enjoy driving, especially on long empty roads where I can go nice and fast. But I'm not very fond of sitting in traffic jams waiting for lights to change, and things like that. I suppose I don't mind being a passenger, but only if I'm sure that the other person really can drive properly.

Woman: So you don't really like being in other people's cars, then? Man: Well, as I say, it's all right with a good driver. Then I can relax,

sit back and enjoy the scenery. But yes, you're right—on the whole I certainly prefer driving to being a passenger. 02

—Hello, Allen. This is Collin speaking. —

—Fine. How about you? —

—Good. And how's Bob feeling after his holiday? —

—I see. I've got quite a lot to tell you. —

—I've just got engaged! —

—Yes! No. We haven't fixed the date yet. —

—What's she like? —

—Lovely girl! We met on a bus, believe it or not. —

—Yes. We just happened to be sitting together and got into the conversation. And we made a date for the same evening, and discovered we've got a lot in common, you know, same interests and, we laugh at the same things. —

—No. You don't know her. Hmm. At least she doesn't know you or Bob. —

—Oh, about three weeks now. —

—Well, yes. It was quite a sudden decision, but I feel really happy. I'd like you both to meet her. Now, how about a meal together one evening soon? —

—Would you ask Bob to ring me? —

—Oh, I must go now. My boss has just come into the office. Bye. —

—Oh, thanks. Bye. 03

Everyone knows him as Old Arthur. He lives in a little hut in the middle of a small wood, about a mile from the village. He visits the village store twice a week to buy food and paraffin, and occasionally he collects letters and his pension from the post office. A few weeks ago, a reporter from the local newspaper interviewed him. This is what he said:

I get up every morning with the birds. There is a stream near my hut and I fetch water from there. It's good, clear, fresh water, better than you get in the city. Occasionally, in the winter, I have to break the ice. I cook simple food on my old paraffin stove, mostly stews and things like that. Sometimes I go to the pub and have a drink, but I don't see many people. I don't feel lonely. I know this wood very well, you see. I know all the little birds and animals that live here and they know me. I don't have much money, but I don't need much. I think I'm a lucky man. 04

James wrote a play for television, about an immigrant family who came to England from Pakistan, and the problems they had settling down in England. The play was surprisingly successful, and it was bought by an American TV company.

James was invited to go to New York to help with the production. He lived in Dulwich, which is an hour's journey away from Heathrow. The flight was due to leave at 8:30 am, so he had to be at the airport about 7:30 in the morning. He ordered a mini-cab

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for 6:30, set his alarm for 5:45, and went to sleep. Unfortunately he forgot to wind the clock, and it stopped shortly after midnight. Also the driver of the mini-cab had to work very late that night and overslept.

James woke with that awful feeling that something was wrong. He looked at his alarm clock. It stood there silently, with the hands pointing to ten past twelve. He turned on the radio and discovered that it was, in fact, ten to nine. He swore quietly and switched on the electric kettle.

He was just pouring the boiling water into the teapot when the nine o'clock pips sounded on the radio. The announcer began to read the news: \Airport. A Boeing 707 bound for New York crashed shortly after taking off this morning. Flight number 2234 ...\ \flight,\he said out loud. \I hadn't overslept, I'd have been on that plane.\ 05

Interviewer: Do you mind if I ask you why you've never got married?

Dennis: Uh ... well, that isn't easy to answer.

Interviewer: Is it that you've never met the right woman? Is that it? Dennis: I don't know. Several times I have met a woman who seemed right, as you say. But for some reason it's never worked out. Interviewer: No? Why not?

Dennis: Hmm. I'm not really sure.

Interviewer: Well, could you perhaps describe what happened with one of these women?

Dennis: Uh ... yes, there was Cynthia, for example. Interviewer: And what kind of woman was she?

Dennis: Intelligent. Beautiful. She came from the right social background, as well. I felt I really loved her. But then something happened.

Interviewer: What?

Dennis: I found out that she was still seeing an old boyfriend of hers.

Interviewer: Was that so bad? I mean, why did you ... why did you feel that ...

Dennis: She had told me that her relationship was all over, which ... uh ... which was a lie.

Interviewer: Are you saying that it was because she had lied to you that you decided to break off the relationship?

Dennis: Yes, yes, exactly ... Obviously, when I found out that she had lied to me, I simply couldn't ... uh ... well, I simply couldn't trust her any more. And of course that meant that we couldn't possibly get married.

Interviewer: Uh, huh. I see. At least, I think I do. But ... you said there were several women who seemed 'right.' Dennis: Yes.

Interviewer: Well, ... what happened the other times?

Dennis: Well, once I met someone who I think I loved very deeply but ... unfortunately she didn't share my religious views. Interviewer: Your religious views?

Dennis: Yes, I expect the woman I finally marry to agree with me on such ... such basic things as that. Interviewer: I see.

Dennis: Does that sound old-fashioned?

Interviewer: Uh ... no. Not necessarily. What was her name, by the way?

Dennis: Sarah.

Interviewer: Do you think you'll ever meet someone who meets ... uh ... how shall I say it ... who meets all your ... requirements?

Dennis: I don't know. How can I? But I do feel it's important not to ... not to just drift into ... a relationship, simply because I might be lonely.

Interviewer: Are you lonely?

Dennis: Sometimes. Aren't we all? But I know that I can live alone, if necessary. And I think I would far prefer to do that ... to live alone ... rather than to marry somebody who isn't really ... uh ... well, really what I'm looking for ... what I really want.

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Every color has a meaning. And as you choose a color, you might like to remember that it's saying something. We've said that red is lovable. Green, on the other hand, stands for hope; it is tranquil. Pink is romantic, while brown is serious. White is an easy one—white is pure. Orange is generous. Violet is mysterious, turquoise is strong and blue is definitely feminine.

Lesson 21 1 01

—Can I see Zulu on Sunday? —I'm not sure. 02

—Do you like football? —Yes, very much.

—Would you like to go to a match on the 18th of December? 03

—I'd like to see Coming Home at the Royal Theatre. —What a good idea! Do you know what time it starts? —I think it starts at 8 pm. 04

—Tomorrow is the third of December. It's my birthday and I'm going to the George and Dragon. Would you like to come?

—To celebrate your birthday? Of course I would. What group's playing?

—The Riverside Stompers, I think. 05

—I like organ music. Do you know where I can hear a recital? —Try St. Mary's Church. I know they have a beautiful organ. 06

—I'd like to go to a recital on the 16th of December, but I'm working from ten to four. Do you know what time the recital begins?

—Sorry, I'm afraid I don't. Why don't you look at your \ 2 01

1st Student: Well, first of all, I'm intending to have a good holiday abroad, just traveling round Europe, and then when I get tired of traveling I'm going to—well, come back and start looking for a job. I haven't quite decided yet what job, but I'm probably going to try and get a job in advertising of some kind.

2nd Student: Well, eventually I'm planning to open my own restaurant. Only I haven't got enough money to do that at the moment, of course, so I've decided to get a temporary job for a year or so, and I'm going to work really hard and try and save as much money as possible. Actually, I'm thinking of working as a waiter, or some job in a restaurant anyway ... 02

Male Voice: Good evening, ladies and gentlemen. Welcome to the Victoria Hall for our annual presentation of the Nurse of the Year Award. First I'd like to introduce Dame Alice Thornton. Dame Alice is now retired after more than forty years of dedicated service to the public and the nursing profession. Dame Alice Thornton.

Male Voice: Dame Alice, you were the first nurse of the year. That was thirty years ago. Would you now announce this year's winner? Dame Alice: Good evening. It gives me great pleasure to introduce our nurse of the year, Miss Helen Taylor.

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Dame Alice: Miss Taylor, you have been awarded this prize as a result of recommendations from your senior officers, your colleagues and the parents of the children you nurse. Here are some of the recommendations: 'efficient but patient', 'helpful and happy', 'strict but caring', 'human and interested'. These are the greatest recommendations any nurse could receive. I congratulate you! 03

Jerry: Could I speak to you for a few minutes, Mr. Sherwin?

Sherwin: I'm very busy at the moment. Can't it wait until tomorrow?

Jerry: Uh, ... well, it's rather urgent. And it won't take long. Sherwin: Oh, all right, then. What is it?

Jerry: It's a personal matter. Uh, you see, my wife is ill and has to go into hospital.

Sherwin: Sorry to hear that. But why do you want to talk to me about it?

Jerry: Because ... because we have a baby and there's nobody to look after her while she's in hospital. Sherwin: Who? Your wife? Jerry: No, no. My daughter.

Sherwin: Oh, I see. But I still don't understand what all this has to do with me.

Jerry: But that's what I'm trying to explain. I'd like to stay at home for a few days. Sherwin: But why?

Jerry: To look after my daughter, of course.

Sherwin: I thought you said she was going to hospital. They'll look after her there, won't they?

Jerry: No, no, no! It's my wife who's going to hospital! Not my daughter.

Sherwin: Really? I thought you said it was your daughter. You are not explaining this very well. 04

Here is an alternative dialogue between Jerry and Mr. Sherwin. Listen.

Jerry: Uh ... excuse me, Mr. Sherwin, but I was wondering if I could speak to you for a few minutes.

Sherwin: Well, I'm rather busy at the moment, Jerry. Is it urgent? Jerry: Uh, yes, I ... I'm afraid it is. It's a personal matter.

Sherwin: Oh, well, then, we'd better discuss it now. Sit down.

Jerry: Thank you. Uh ... you see, it's about my wife. She ... uh ... well ... she ...

Sherwin: Yes, go on, Jerry. I'm listening.

Jerry: She's ill and has to go to hospital tomorrow. But we have a young baby, you know.

Sherwin: Yes, I know that, Jerry. You must be rather worried. Is it anything serious? Your wife's illness, I mean?

Jerry: The doctors say it's just a minor operation. But it has to be done as soon as possible. And ... well ... the problem is my daughter. The baby. That's the problem.

Sherwin: In what way, Jerry? I'm not quite sure if I understand.

Jerry: Well, as I said, my wife'll be in hospital for several days, so there's nobody to look after her.

Sherwin: You mean, nobody to look after your daughter, is that it? Jerry: Yes, exactly. Both our parents live rather far away, and ...and that's why I'd like to have a few days off. From tomorrow.

Sherwin: I see. I think I understand now. You need a few days off to look after your daughter while your wife is in hospital. Jerry: Yes, yes. That's it. I'm not explaining this very well.

Sherwin: No, no. On the contrary. I just want to be sure I understand completely. That's all. Jerry: Will ... will that be all right?

Sherwin: Yes, I'm sure it will, Jerry. All I want to do now is make sure that there's someone to cover for you while you're away. Uh ... how long did you say you'll need?

Jerry: Just a few days. She ... my wife, I mean ... should be out of hospital by next Thursday, so I can be back on Friday.

Sherwin: Well, perhaps you'd better stay at home on Friday, as well.

Just to give your wife a few extra days to rest after the operation. Jerry: That's very kind of you, Mr. Sherwin. Sherwin: Don't mention it. 05

Landlady: 447 4716.

Student: Hello. Is that Mrs. Davies? Landlady: Speaking.

Student: Good afternoon. My name's Stephen Brent. I was given your address by the student accommodation agency. I understand you have a room to let.

Landlady: Yes, that's right. I've just got one room still vacant. It's an attic room, on the second floor. It's rather small, but I'm sure you'll find it's very comfortable.

Student: I see. And how much do you charge for it?

Landlady: The rent's twenty-five pounds a week. That includes electricity, but not gas.

Student: Has the room got central heating?

Landlady: No, it's got a gas fire which keeps the room very warm. Student: I see ... And what about furniture? It is furnished, isn't it? Landlady: Oh yes ... Er ... There's a divan bed in the corner with a new mattress on it. Er ... Let me see ... There's a small wardrobe, an armchair, a coffee table, a bookshelf ... Student: Is there a desk?

Landlady: Yes, there's one under the window. It's got plenty of drawers and there's a lamp on it.

Student: Oh good ... Is there a washbasin in the room?

Landlady: No, I'm afraid there isn't a washbasin. But there's a bathroom just across the corridor, and that's got a washbasin and a shower as well as a bath. You share the bathroom with the people in the other rooms. The toilet is separate, but unfortunately it's on the floor below.

Student: Oh, that's all right. ... What about cooking? Can I cook my own meals?

Landlady: Well, there's a little kitchenette next to your room. It hasn't got a proper cooker in it, but there's a gas ring and an electric kettle by the sink. I find my students prefer to eat at the university. Student: I see. And is the room fairly quiet?

Landlady: Oh yes. It's at the back of the house. It looks onto the garden and it faces south, so it's bright and sunny, too. It's very attractive, really. And it's just under the roof, so it's got a low, sloping ceiling. Would you like to come and see it? I'll be in for the rest of the day.

Student: Yes, I'm very interested. It sounds like the kind of room I'm looking for. Can you tell me how to get there?

Landlady: Oh, it's very easy. The house is only five minutes' walk from Finchley Road tube station. Turn right outside the station, and then it's the third street on the left. You can't miss it. It's got the number on the gate. It's exactly opposite the cemetery. 06

Frankly, I've been delighted. As you know, I decided to give it up ten years ago. I put them all in the attic—all fifty or sixty of them—to gather dust, and forgot about them. Then I just happened to meet him one day in a bar, entirely by chance, and we got talking about this and that, and, well—to cut a long story short—he went to have a look at them, and this is the result. It's for two weeks. And it's devoted entirely to my work. Doing very well, too, as you can see from the little tickets on about half of them. You know, now that they're hanging on the wall like this, with all the clever lighting, and glossy catalogue, and the smart people, they really don't seem anything to do with me. It's a bit like seeing old friends in new circumstances where they fit and you don't. Now, you see her? She's already bought three. Heard her saying one day she's 'dying to meet the man'. Afraid she'd be very disappointed if she did. Interesting, though, some of the things you overhear. Some know something about it. Others know nothing and admit it. Others know nothing and don't. By the way, I heard someone say the other day that the 'Portrait of a Woman' reminded her of you, you know. So you see, you're not only very famous, but—as I keep on telling you—you

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haven't changed a bit. 3 01

Ours is a very expensive perfume. When people see it or hear the name we want them to think of luxury. There are many ways to do this. You show a woman in a fur coat, in a silk evening dress, maybe covered in diamonds. You can show an expensive car, an expensive restaurant, or a man in a tuxedo. We decided to do something different. We show a beautiful woman, simply but elegantly dressed, beside a series of paintings by Leonardo da Vinci, and it works. Because she is wearing the perfume, and because she is next to expensive and beautiful paintings, our perfume must be beautiful and expensive too. It does work.

Lesson 22 1 01

—Is that the Manager?

—Speaking. Can I be of any assistance?

—Could you speed up your switchboard a bit, please? I booked a call to Brussels a good twenty minutes ago and I haven't had a reply yet.

—Well, perhaps they are rather busy at this time of the day. After all, we are an hour ahead of Belgium.

—I know that, but I could have dialed myself direct in no time at all.

—We do like to route the calls through the operator and then there can be no misunderstanding about the charges, I'm sure you understand.

—No, I suppose it would be difficult to check the cost of directly-dialed calls, but nevertheless I do have to put through an important call to Brussels.

—I'll get on to them myself and see what the delay is, then call you back as soon as I know anything. 02

—And what seems to be the trouble, sir?

—They don't want to let me into the nightclub. —Well, I'm afraid there is an entrance charge, sir. —But damn it all—I am a resident. It's ridiculous.

—I'm very sorry, sir, but you see it is something of a special evening. Our guest star this evening is Sammy Davis Junior and I'm afraid that the tickets do cost 250 marks each. I could see if there are any left if you would like one. We generally try to keep a few back for the residents.

—Good Lord. That's nearly thirty-five pounds. No, on second thoughts, I don't think I'll bother. Could you have them send up a bottle of scotch to my room. I'll entertain myself instead. —Very good, sir. That is room 634, isn't it? 03

—Good evening, sir. I'm the Assistant Manager. —How nice!

—Yes, I'm afraid we've had a complaint about the noise from your neighbor across the corridor. He's trying to get some sleep as he has an early start tomorrow. I'm sure you understand. —Oh, I see.

—Do you think it might be possible to ask your friends to be a little quieter? We do like to give our guests a chance of getting a good night's sleep. It is well after eleven.

—Oh, I'm so sorry. I do apologize. I suppose we were talking rather loudly. It's just that we've signed a very important contract. We were having a bit of celebration.

—I'm pleased to hear it. Shall I ask Room Service to bring you some coffee?

—No, that won't be necessary. We were just about to pack up

anyway.

—Thank you, sir, and good night to you. 04

—Could I see the Manager, please? I have a complaint. —Can I help you, madam?

—Yes. Did you have this room checked before we moved in? There's not a scrap of lavatory paper and the toilet doesn't flush properly, the water doesn't run away in the shower and I would like an extra pillow. What have you to say to that?

—I'm extremely sorry to hear that. I'll attend to it right away. The housekeeper usually checks every room before new guests move in. We have been extremely busy with a large conference.

—That's no way to run a hotel. One doesn't expect this sort of thing in a well-run hotel.

—No, madam. I do apologize. It's most unusual. We do try to check the rooms as thoroughly as possible. Just the one pillow, was it? Is there anything else?

—Well, your thermostatically-controlled air-conditioning doesn't seem to be working too well. It's as hot as hell up there.

—I'll just adjust the regulator for you and I think you'll find it a little cooler in a short time. I'll also send someone along right away to look at the toilet and shower. 2 01

Salesman: Good evening, all you holiday dreamers. It's holiday planning time again and we're here with suggestions as usual. We know what you want ... something more interesting, something less expensive. So ... what about America? New York from 199 pounds. Or Canada? Or Hawaii? Ah ... Hawaii. And from only 372 pounds. Or the beautiful Bahamas? From just 400 pounds. Nearer home we suggest Wales or Scotland. And if you would like an easy package holiday, you could visit Minorca from 103 pounds, Ceylon from 343 pounds, Mombasa from 311 and sunny Florida from 243 pounds. Is time a problem? Is money a problem? Just send for our brochure and both problems will disappear. 02

Peggy: Bob, can we really afford a holiday? We're paying for this house and the furniture is on HP and ...

Bob: Now listen, Peggy. You work hard and I work hard. We're not talking about whether we can have a holiday. We're talking about where and when.

Peggy: Shall we go to Sweden?

Bob: Sweden's colder than Sheffield. I'd rather not go to Sweden. Peggy: What about Florida? Florida's warmer than Sheffield.

Bob: Yes, but it's a long way. How long does it take to get from here to Florida?

Peggy: All right. Let's go to Hawaii.

Bob: You must be joking. How much would it cost for the two of us?

Peggy: But the brochure says the problem of money will disappear. Bob, where do you really want to go?

Bob: I'm thinking of Wales or Scotland. Do you know why? Peggy: Yes. 'They're right on our doorstep and so close to home.' 03

Jill: Now, let me see. Blue Skies Travel Agency. Ah, yes, it's a London number. 01 748 9932. I think I'll ring now. (sound of dialing and ringing) Voice: Hello.

Jill: Uh ... good morning. Is that 748 9932? Voice: No, it isn't. It's 738 9932.

Jill: Sorry. I must have dialed the wrong number. (sound of dialing and ringing tone)

Telephonist: Blue Skies Travel Agency. Can I help you?

Jill: Could you give me some information about holidays in North America? 32

Telephonist: Just one moment. I'll put you through to our North

American department.

Miss Jones: North American department. Miss Jones speaking. Can I help you?

Jill: Yes, please. I'm planning my holiday and I'd like some information about holidays in New York.

Miss Jones: Certainly. What would you like to know?

Jill: First, how much is the cheapest return flight to New York? And what will the weather be like?

Miss Jones: I see. When do you want to go?

Jill: In May ... and I'd like to know about the inclusive holidays and good hotels and ...

Miss Jones: (interrupts) Certainly. Just give me your name and address. I'll send you all the information you want.

Jill: My name is Jill Adams. Miss J. Adams. And my address is ... 04

Traveller: Hello. I'd like some information about your trips to Kathmandu.

Travel Agent: Yes, of course. What can I tell you? Traveller: Well, how, how do we travel?

Travel Agent: It's a specially adapted bus with room for sleeping and ...

Traveller: And, and, er, how many people in a group?

Travel Agent: Well, the bus sleeps ten. Usually there are eight travellers and two drivers, a guide to look after you. Traveller: So, so we sleep, um, normally, in, in the bus?

Travel Agent: Yes, and it's fully equipped for cooking and it's got a shower system that we put up every evening, weather permitting. Traveller: Er, um ... We leave from, from London? Travel Agent: Yes, and return to London.

Traveller: Is there anything special we'd have to bring?

Travel Agent: Oh, we give everyone a list of suitable clothes, etc. to bring. Of course, space is limited.

Traveller: Oh, oh yes, I understand that. Now, how, how long in advance would I have to book?

Travel Agent: Well, it depends. Usually six or eight months. It's amazing the number of people who are interested.

Traveller: Well, I'm interested in the ten-week trip next spring. Travel Agent: Um, that one leaves on the fourth of April. Traveller: Yeah. That's right, yeah. It'll be for two people.

Travel Agent: That'd be fine. Could you come in and we can go over all the details.

Traveller: Yes, I think that'd be best, um, but can you give me some idea of how much that'll cost.

Travel Agent: Spring for ten weeks ... Um, we haven't got the exact figures at the moment, but, er, something like, er, 1,100 pounds per person.

Traveller: OK. Um, I'll come and see you one day next week. Travel Agent: Yes. Thanks for ringing. Traveller: Thank you. Bye. Travel Agent: Bye bye. 05

Woman: So you have a half day, a full day and a day and evening tour of London? Man: That's correct.

Woman: Well, as we're only here for a few days, I think perhaps we should take the full day and evening tour. Give my children the opportunity to see everything.

Man: Won't that be a bit tiring for them?

Woman: Yes, you're right. It's probably better if we don't include them on the evening part of the program.

Man: Not the theatre and the dinner entertainment?

Woman: Yes, that's what I mean. The hotel will take care of them. Man: Yes, I'm sure that can be arranged.

Woman: Now, can you tell me what the cost will be? Man: For the full tour? Seventy pounds per head.

Woman: So that would be 140 pounds for myself and my husband. What about the children, is there any reduction for them?

Man: Certainly, we have half price for children and if they're not going to the theatre or the dinner, I think we could let them have the full day tour for thirty pounds each.

Woman: That's fine. Could you tell me more details of the tour? I mean, what will we be actually seeing and so forth?

Man: Well, here's a brochure for you to read, but I can quickly run through the main items of the tour with you. Now, as you see, you're picked up from your hotel at 8:30, so you must be sure to order an early breakfast. Woman: Yes ...

Man: Then you're taken to see the Changing of the Guard and you'll see Buckingham Palace at the same time of course. After that you'll be taken down Whitehall to see the House of Parliament, Big Ben, you know the famous clock, and nearby Westminster Abbey. Now from there we have a river trip down the Thames towards the Tower of London. During the river trip you'll be provided with sandwiches and coffee, orange juice for the kiddies. When you get to the Tower, you'll see the Beefeaters, the traditional guards of the Tower and then you'll be shown the Crown jewels.

Woman: And will we have a guide during all this?

Man: Of course. There's an official guide who will explain the sights to you and give a short account of their historic associations in three languages, English, German and French. If you have any further questions he'll be only too pleased to answer them. Woman: Oh, that sounds perfect.

Man: Now in the afternoon, you'll be taken to London Zoo for a couple of hours. We try to arrange this to coincide with the monkeys' tea party. The children always enjoy that. Woman: Oh, I'm sure mine will.

Man: And from there we just go round the corner to Madame Tussaud's to see the waxworks and after that right next door to the London Planetarium where you'll see the stars simulated by laser beams.

Woman: That sounds very exciting. What a full day.

Man: Yes, well we do let you have a couple of hours' rest before taking you on to the theatre and dinner in the evening.

Woman: Oh, that's good. I'll be able to get the children off to bed or settled down watching television or something. Well, that sounds marvellous. Thank you very much.

Man: Not at all. Er ... there is just one thing, madam. Woman: Oh, what's that? Man: The cheque.

Woman: (laughs) Of course. 3 01

I have always been interested in making things. When I was a child I used to enjoy painting, but I also liked making things out of clay. I managed to win a prize for one of my paintings when I was fourteen. That is probably the reason that I managed to get into art college four years later. But I studied painting at first, not pottery. I like being a potter because I like to work with my hands and feel the clay; I enjoy working on a potter's wheel. I'm happy working by myself and being near my home. I don't like mass-produced things. I think crafts and craftspeople are very important. When I left college I managed to get a grant from the Council, and I hope to become a full-time craftswoman. This workshop is small, but I hope to move to a larger one next year.

Lesson 23 1 01

Mr. Hanson: Could I have my bill, please? Waitress: Yes, sir. One moment, please.

(She brings the bill and the customer looks at it carefully.)

Mr. Hanson: Could you kindly explain this to me? What is item 6? Waitress: Perhaps I cou1d go through it for you. The first item is the cover charge. Number 2 is the beer. Then your starter, your main course and the vegetables. The main course was 4.50 not 3.50, so

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item 6 is the difference.

Mr. Hanson: Oh, I see. But how was I expected to know that?

Waitress: Yes, sir. They are a bit hard to follow sometimes. Number 8 is your dessert and number 9 the cigarettes. Oh, and number 7 is your second beer.

Mr. Hanson: And what about the service, is that included? Waitress: Yes, that's marked down here, 10 per cent service.

Mr. Hanson: Good. Thank you. Now, can you take my credit card? Waitress: I'm afraid we don't accept credit cards.

Mr. Hanson: Oh dear. What about a cheque with a banker's card? Waitress: Yes, sir. That will be all right. 02

Customer: Can you bring me the bill, please? Waiter: Certainly, sir. (He brings the bill.)

Customer: I think there has been a mistake.

Waiter: I'm sorry, sir. What seems to be the trouble?

Customer: I think you have charged me twice for the same thing. Look, the figure of 5.50 appears here and then again here. Waiter: I'll just go and check it for you, sir. (He returns a few minutes later.)

Waiter: Yes sir, you are quite right. The cashier made a mistake. I think you will find it correct now. Customer: Thank you.

Waiter: We do apologize about this, sir.

Customer: That's all right. No harm done. Now, can I pay by traveler's cheques?

Waiter: Certainly, sir. We'll give you the change in local currency if that's all right.

Customer: You needn't worry about that. There won't be much change out of twenty-five dollars.

Waiter: Thank you, sir. That's most kind of you. 03

—Waiter, there's a fly in my soup.

—Shh, don't do too loud. Everyone will want one.

—Waiter, there's a fly in my soup.

—There is a spider on the bread. It'll catch it.

—What's this fly doing in my soup? —I think it's doing the backstroke, sir.

—There is a dead fly swimming in my soup! —That's impossible. A dead fly can't swim.

—There is a dead fly in my soup.

—Yes, sir. It's the hot liquid that kills them.

—Waiter, there is a fly in my soup.

—Yes, sir. We give extra meat rations on Fridays.

—Waiter, there is a fly in my soup.

—Don't worry, sir. There is no extra charge. 2 01

A strange thing happened to Henri yesterday. He was on a bus and wanted to get off. So he stood up and rang the bell. To make sure the driver heard him he rang it twice, but the bus didn't stop, and the conductor came and shouted at him.

The conductor was so annoyed, and spoke so fast, that Henri didn't understand a word. The bus stopped at the next bus stop and Henri got off. As he got off he heard someone say, \a foreigner.\

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(A and B are a married couple. C is a travel agent.) C: Good morning.

A and B: Good morning. C: Can I help you?

A: Yes, we're thinking of going on holiday somewhere, but we're not sure where.

C: I see. What sort of holiday did you have in mind? A: Lots of sunbathing.

B: (at the same time) Lots of walking.

C: Mm. (looking puzzled) So you'd like somewhere warm? B: Not too warm.

A: Yes, as sunny as possible.

C: And are you interested in the night-life at all?

A: Yes. It'd be nice if there were some good discos and clubs we could go to.

B: Oh, no! Surely that's what we're trying to get away from!

A: What do you mean? We never go out at all, so how could we get away from it?

B: Well, what's the point of going somewhere where there are lots of people just like here?

C: (interrupting) Could I just ask what sort of price you want to pay?

B: As cheap as possible.

A: What do you mean? We want a top hotel. B: But we can't afford it.

A: Of course, we can. We've been saving up all year.

(Their voices rise as they argue. The travel agent looks bemused.) C: Just a minute, please. I think I can make a suggestion. Why don't you try the South of France? Then one of you can go to the beach and the other can walk in the mountains.

A: That sounds like a good idea. And there are some good hotels there.

B: No—there are too many English people there! A: Well, then at least we'd have someone to talk to.

B: But, there's no point in going abroad to meet English people there!

C: (interrupting again) Excuse me. A and B: Yes?

C: Well, my wife and I have the same trouble as you. I like hot, lively places and she prefers a bit of peace and quiet and we always disagree about how much to spend. We usually split up and go to different places, but this year I've got a better idea. A and B: What's that?

C: Well, I could go on holiday with you (indicates one of them) and you could go with my wife. A: That's an interesting idea. B: I'm not so sure ...

C: Look, why don't you come round now and meet my wife and we can see what we can arrange ... 03

The scene is at an airport. A man and a woman carrying several cases approach a customs officer (C.O.).

Man: (whispering) Don't worry. Everything will be all right. Woman: I hope you know what you're doing!

(They put their bags down in front of the customs officer.)

C.O.: Good morning, sir, madam. Just returning from a holiday, are you?

Woman: That's right.

C.O.: And how long have you been abroad? Woman: Two weeks.

Man: Yes, not very long. Not long enough to buy anything anyway. (laughing)

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C.O.: I see. Have you got anything to declare?

Man: I'm sorry, I don't really know what you mean. Woman: Harry!

C.O.: Come on, sir. I'm sure you know what I mean. Have you got anything to declare?

Man: Well ... yes. I would like to declare that I love my wife. Woman: Oh, Harry. You've never said that before.

Man: Well, it's true! It's just that I've never been able to tell you before.

Woman: And I love you too!

C.O.: (clearing throat) I'm sorry to interrupt, but I must ask you whether you have any goods to declare.

Man: Ah, well I do have a record-player, a fridge and something for my wife's birthday that I'd rather not tell you about. Woman: Harry! And I thought you'd forgotten again! Man: Of course not, dear!

C.O.: (annoyed) What I want to know, sir, is whether you have any goods in that bag that I should know about.

Man: Well, let's have a look. (opens bag) We've got some bars of soap, a tube of toothpaste, clothes, a jar of cream ...

C.O.: (angry) I only want to know if you have anything liable for tax, like cigarettes, perfumes or bottles of anything. Man: Well, we do have a bottle of shampoo. C.O.: Okay. I've had enough. You can go. Man: You mean that's it? C.O.: Please go away!

Woman: Come on, Harry. He just told us we could go. (Takes hold of the suitcase and the contents spill out.) C.O.: Just a minute. May I see that jewellery, please? Man: Oh, my God! You great clumsy idiot! Woman: I'm sorry. I didn't mean to.

Man: You never do anything right. I don't know why I married you in the first place!

Woman: But Harry! You just said you loved me. Man: Not any more.

C.O.: And now what have you got to declare, sir? 04

Sam Lewis was a customs officer. He used to work in a small border town. It wasn't a busy town and there wasn't much work. The road was usually very quiet and there weren't many travelers. It wasn't a very interesting job, but Sam liked an easy life. About once a week, he used to meet an old man. His name was Draper. He always used to arrive at the border early in the morning in a big truck. The truck was always empty. After a while Sam became suspicious. He often used to search the truck, but he never found anything. One day he asked Draper about his job. Draper laughed and said, \

Last year Sam retired. He spent his savings on an expensive holiday. He flew to Bermuda, and stayed in a luxury hotel. One day, he was sitting by the pool and opposite him he saw Draper drinking champagne. Sam walked over to him. Sam: Hello, there! Draper: Hi!

Sam: Do you remember me?

Draper: Yes ... of course I do. You're a customs officer.

Sam: I used to be, but I'm not any more. I retired last month. I often used to search your truck ...

Draper: ... but you never found anything! Sam: No, I didn't. Can I ask you something? Draper: Of course, you can. Sam: Were you a smuggler? Draper: Of course I was.

Sam: But ... the truck was always empty. What were you smuggling? Draper: Trucks! 05

The first thing they do is to put out an APB and this goes to all the police stations in the country. Next we contact the hospitals. Often

the person we are looking for has been in an accident. Then we might try parents, friends or relatives they might be with. We try to follow their movements and to find the last person they saw or were with. Then we try the media. We put photographs in local or national papers—especially papers they might read. There are other things we can do: put posters in places they might be, go on television. Here in America there is a magazine in which there are photographs of missing children. This is often the last hope. Of course, with nearly two million missing children every year, we can't do all these things for everyone. We haven't got the time, the money or the staff. 3 01

Are you a morning person or an evening person? That's the question. When do you work best? For me the answer is easy. I work best in the morning. All my creative work is done before lunchtime. I get up at about eight, and then have breakfast. I listen to the radio a bit, and read the papers. And I start. Usually I work from nine or nine thirty until twelve but after that I'm useless. On a good day I write fifteen hundred words or more, sometimes two thousand words, in the morning. Then after lunch I go for a walk, or read. In the evening I like to relax, go to the pub or go out and meet people. If you're a writer you need self-discipline. But if you're tired, it shows: the mind and body must be fresh.

Lesson 24 1 01

1. Add two and four; eight and ten; fourteen and seven.

2. Subtract six from eighteen; four from eleven; five from nineteen. 3. Multiply two by eight; five by three; six by four. 4. Divide six by three; eight by two; twenty by five. 02

1. I'll take a commission of ten per cent.

2. The current rate of interest is twenty-three per cent. 3. I only get three-eighths of the total.

4. It's only a fraction of the cost, about a sixteenth. 5. Divide nine by two and you get four point five. 6. You only get two point four six per cent. 03

1. I have to get a new pair of Jeans. Is there anywhere ...? Do you know a, a good shop where I can get a pair?

2. Look, er, I want something interesting. All I've eaten since I've arrived here is junk food. I want some good local food. Where should I go and what shall I ask for?

3. The car's giving problems again. I had it serviced last week but it's as bad as it was before. I don't know what to do about it.

4. Ooh, yes, I need your advice. The problem is that I have to go to this very formal dinner party next week and I haven't got a dinner suit here. I really don't want to buy one. What do you suggest?

5. Ever since I've been here I had this stomach problem, you know. I mean, it's not serious. Well, I don't think it is. I mean, you often get these things when you travel. Must be the different water or something. But it rea1ly is a nuisance and it seems to be getting worse ...

6. Damn! I've lost my wallet! 2 01

Man: Telegram, miss. Jean: Oh, thanks.

Jean: I wonder who it's from. Oh, it's for Helen. Helen, there's a telegram for you.

Helen: For me? Oh, Jean, will you open it? I hate opening telegrams.

Jean: Do you? Why?

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Helen: Well, it's just that I think a telegram must mean bad news. Jean: I'm just the opposite. I love opening telegrams because I'm sure they must mean something exciting.

Jean: Helen, you'd better sit down. You aren't going to believe this. It says, 'Congratulations, Nurse of the Year. Letter follows.' Helen: It can't be true. Jean: Here. You read it. 02

Hello. This is Sophie Peter's ringing from the Brook Organization. Um, we got your job application and I'm ringing just to arrange an interview with you. How about Monday morning at, er, 11:30? Would that be all right? That's Monday morning of the 10th of August. Um, if you can't make that time, could you please give us a ring? The interview will be with myself and Brian Shaw, so we, um, we look forward to seeing you then. Bye-bye. 03

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—Ladies and gentlemen, it's the Lake Late Talk Show, with your host, Dickie Reeves. (applause)

—Nice to be with you again, folks. And among the line of interesting guests I'll show you tonight is the lady you've all been reading and hearing about recently. She is beautiful. She is clever. And she is brave. She is the lady who makes friends with monkeys. She is with us tonight. Ladies and gentlemen, the apewoman herself, Josephin Carter. (applause) Hello, Josephin, or can I call you Joe? —Please do.

—The first question that I know everybody has been dying to ask you is, how long have you been living with monkeys?

—Apes actually. Well, I've been studying apes for quite a long time, ever since I was at university. But I've only been actually living with them for five years.

—Five years in the African jungle, with only monkeys to talk to. —Apes actually.

—Oh, with only apes to talk to. That's fantastic! And I know you're

Bruno: What?!

Beale: Yes. The sum comes to more than two million Australian dollars.

Bruno: What?! I ... I can't believe it.

Beale: It's all true. In his will, Mr. Gatto left clear instructions that I should come to London personally to see you.

Bruno: I ... I just can't get over it. I ... I feel it's just ... just too good to be true.

Beale: Oh, it's true all right. Believe me. However, there are certain restrictions about how you can use the money. Would you like me to go through them with you now? Bruno: Yes, yes. Please do!

Beale: Well, first of all, you mustn't spend it all at once. The money will be paid to you gradually, over a period of ten years.

Bruno: Yes, yes ... I understand, but, before you go on, could you tell me how my uncle made all this money? Beale: Pizza. Bruno: Pardon?

Beale: Pizza. You know, the thing people eat, with cheese and ... Bruno: Yes, yes, of course! But how could he make so much money with pizza?

Beale: Well, he introduced it into Australia just before it became very popular. And he set up a chain of pizza restaurants. They're very successful. He was a very intelligent, good businessman.

Bruno: It's strange that he never wrote to us. Never. I know he was very fond of me.

Beale: But he couldn't. That was his problem. Bruno: Pardon? He couldn't what? Beale: Write.

Bruno: He couldn't ... Do you really mean he couldn't ...

Beale: Write. Even though he was very intelligent. And that brings me to the other restriction in his will. You must use part of the money for your own further education. Mr. Gatto was a great believer in it. He always regretted he didn't get one himself. 04

Cathy: I'm fed up with sitting on packing cases, Joe. Don't you think we could buy at least two chairs?

Joe: Do you know how match new chairs cost? One cheap comfortable armchair ... eighty pounds.

Cathy: Yes, I know. It's terrible. But I have an idea. Why don't we look for chairs at a street market? I've always wanted to see one. Joe: All right. Which one shall we go to?

Cathy: Portobello Road, I think. There are a lot of second-hand things there. But we'll have to go tomorrow. It's only open on Saturdays.

Joe: What time do you want to go? Not too early I hope.

Cathy: The guide-book says the market is open from nine to six. It's a very popular market so we'd better be there when it opens. Joe: Right. I'll set the alarm. * * *

Cathy: Oh, Joe. Look at the crowd.

Joe: They must have the same guide-book that we have.

Cathy: But it's very exciting ... look at that old table-cloth and those beautiful curtains.

Joe: Aren't we looking for chairs?

Cathy: Yes, but we need curtains. Come on. * * *

Cathy: Whew. I'm so tired that I can't even remember what we've bought.

Joe: I can. A lot of rubbish. I'll make some tea. You can have a look at our 'bargains'.

Cathy: Joe, the curtains are beautiful but they're very dirty. Joe: What did you say?

Cathy: I said the curtains were very dirty. Joe: Why don't you wash them?

Cathy: I can't. They're too big. I'll have them dry-cleaned.

Joe: And what are you going to do about those holes. Can you mend them?

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Cathy: I can't. I can't sew. I'll have them mended.

Joe: How much will all that cost? I never want to see another bargain ... and we still haven't got any chairs. 3 01

One night, Mrs. Riley, an elderly widow, was walking along a dark, London street. She was carrying her handbag in one hand and a plastic carrier bag in the other. There was nobody else ill the street except two youths. They were standing in a dark shop doorway. One of them was very tall with fair hair; the other was short and fat with a beard and moustache.

The youths waited for a few moments, and then ran quickly and quietly towards Mrs. Riley. The tall youth held her from behind while the other youth tried to snatch her handbag.

Suddenly, Mrs. Riley threw the tall youth over her shoulder. He crashed into the other youth and they both landed on the ground. Without speaking, Mrs. Riley struck both of them on the head with her handbag, and walked calmly away.

The two surprised youths were still sitting on the ground when Mrs. Riley crossed the street towards a door with a lighted sign above it. Mrs. Riley paused, turned round, smiled at the youths and walked into the South West London Judo Club. 02

(The scene is in a bank. A clerk is sitting behind the desk and a customer is writing out a cheque.)

Clerk: Would you mind showing me your cheque card? Customer: Certainly. Here you are.

(Suddenly a robber bursts in, he is holding a gun.)

Robber: This is a hold-up! (points gun at Clerk) Hands up! Hand over the money or I'll shoot.

Clerk: Just a minute. Would you mind waiting your turn? This lady was before you.

Robber: All right, but hurry up!

Clerk: (to the customer) How would you like the money? Customer: In fives, please.

(Clerk counts out the money and hands it to the Customer, who goes to the side to count the money.)

Clerk: (to the Robber) Now then, sir. What can I do for you?

Robber: I've just told you. This is a hold-up and I want some money.

Clerk: Well, I'm afraid it's not that easy. If you want me to give you some money, you'll have to open account first.

Robber: Do you mean that if I open all account, then you'll give me some money?

Clerk: That would be the first step.

Robber: Okay, I'll open an account. Hand over the form. Quickly. Clerk: (gets a form) Here we are. Just fill it in and sign at the bottom.

Robber: I haven't got a pen!

Customer: You could borrow mine if you like. Robber: Thanks.

(The Robber tries to fill in the form, but has difficulties because he is holding the gun in his right hand and is unable to write with his left hand.)

Customer: If it would make things easier, I'll hold that for you (points to gun). Robber: Okay.

(The Customer holds the gun while the Robber fills in the form. When the Robber has finished, the Customer hands back the gun. ) Robber: Right. Now hand over the money. Quickly.

Clerk: I'm sorry, but before we can open the account you'll need referees.

Robber: (points to Customer) Will she do? Customer: I'd be happy to write a reference. Clerk: No, she doesn't know you well enough. Robber: What about my doctor?

Clerk: Yes, that'll be fine for one. And the other?

Robber: (thinks hard) Would my probation officer do?

Clerk: Yes, I should think so. Would you like to ask him to fill in these forms and then bring them back next week?

Robber: So, if I bring back these forms next week, you'll give me some money?

Clerk: Well, we'll see what we can do.

Robber: (holds up forms and puts gun away) Right, then, I'll see you next week. Thanks for being so helpful. Clerk: It's all part of the service. Good morning. Robber: Good morning. Customer: Good morning.

Lesson 29 1 01

Special announcement for Mr. Valans. Would Mr. Valans, passenger on Pan Am Flight Number 35212 to New York, please contact the Pan Am transfer desk immediately. Mr. Valans to contact the Pan Am transfer desk immediately, please. 02

This is a security announcement. Passengers are reminded not to leave their baggage unattended at any time. Passengers must not leave their baggage unattended. Unattended bags will be removed immediately by the police. 03

Kenya Airways to Rome and Nairobi, Flight Number 155, boarding now Gate Number 10. Kenya Airways, Gate Number 10. 04

Your attention please. Olympic Airways Flight Number 563 to Athens boarding now at Gate Number 31. Olympic Airways to Athens, Gate Number 31. 05

Would passenger Aldo Betini, who arrived from Rome, please go to the meeting point. Aldo Betini to the meeting point, please. 06

BA wish to apologise for the delay of their Flight Number 516 to New York. This is due to the late positioning of the aircraft to the stand. 2 01

Assistant: Good morning, sir.

Man: Good morning. I wonder if you can help. I've lost my coat. Assistant: Where did you lose it, sir?

Man: Er ... I left it on the ... um ... underground yesterday morning. Assistant: Can you describe it?

Man: Well, it's a full-length brown overcoat with a check pattern on it. It's got a wide belt, and one of those thick furry collars that keep your ears warm. It's a very nice coat, actually.

Assistant: Hmm. I'm afraid we haven't got anything like that, sir. Sorry.

Man: Well, to tell you the truth, I lost another coat last week. On the bus. It's a three-quarter length coat—it's grey, with big black buttons and a black belt.

Assistant: Sorry, sir. Nothing like that.

Man: Hmm. And then only this morning I left my white raincoat in a park. It's got a silk lining ...

Assistant: Look, sir. I'm a busy woman. If you really need a coat so badly, there's a very good second-hand clothes shop just round the corner ... 02

Doctor: Well, how's the patient this morning?

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Nurse: He appears to have had a very restless night. Doctor: Oh. Was he in very severe pain? Nurse: Yes. I'm afraid he was, doctor.

Doctor: Hmm. In that case, I think we'd better increase his dosage of diamorphine.

Nurse: Yes, doctor. By how much?

Doctor: Let's see. How much is he on at the moment? Nurse: Five milligrammes.

Doctor: Hmm. Increase it to fifty. Nurse: Fifty? All at once?

Doctor: Yes, that's what I said, nurse.

Nurse: But that's an increase of forty-five milligrammes.

Doctor: I'm quite aware of that. However, when I operated on the patient yesterday, I found his abdomen was riddled with carcinoma. I'm sure you realize what that means.

Nurse: Yes, I do, doctor. But I still don't feel I can accept responsibility for administering such an increase.

Doctor: Can't you? What exactly do you suggest, then?

Nurse: That if you're convinced it's the right thing to do, you ought to administer the injection yourself.

Doctor: Hmm. I see what you mean. Very well, I will. 03

Woman: What did you do during the earthquake, James? James: Stayed in bed.

Woman: What do you mean? Didn't you try to get outside? James: No. I'd got terrible flu, so I just stayed in bed. Woman: So what happened?

James: Well, I must have slept through the first earthquake although nobody believes me. They said it was so noisy. Then I woke up about four in the morning. Still feeling terrible with the flu. Eyes running, nose running. You know how you feel when you've got the flu.

Woman: Don't I just. I've been lucky so far this year, though.

James: So I decided to get up and make a cup of tea. I'd just got into the kitchen when I started to feel all unsteady on my feet. Then I got this roaring noise in my ears. I still thought it was the flu, you see.

Woman: So what happened then?

James: Well, I slowly realized that it wasn't me feeling dizzy and the noises weren't in my head. I heard the people upstairs screaming. The wooden floor started moving up and down, the doors and windows started rattling and banging, all the kitchen cupboards were thrown open and cups and saucers came crashing to the floor, the kitchen clock fell from the wall ... Woman: Well, what did you do?

James: What could I do? I just stood there and watched. Woman: Why didn't you try to get out?

James: Oh, I couldn't be bothered. I was feeling so terrible with the flu. I just went back to my bedroom. Some books had fallen from the bookcase and that little porcelain vase had rolled to the floor but fortunately didn't break. I even had to look for my transistor radio under the bed. I picked it up and switched it on and they were telling people to go and sleep in the parks. Woman: So why didn't you?

James: I told you, I was feeling too ill. And the nearest park is a long walk from my flat. And I didn't want to be with a lot of people. So I just stayed in bed and hoped for the best. I didn't really think the house was going to fall down around me. Though several did, I found out later.

Woman: Yes. I was sitting in a cafe when the first one started and the whole place started to shake. People were running and screaming and pushing to get out ... 3 01

Martin, Robert and Jean are being interviewed on the subject of friendship.

Interviewer: How important are friends to you, Martin?

Martin: I've never had a lot of friends. I've never regarded them as particularly important. Perhaps that's because I come from a big

family. Two brothers and three sisters. And lots of cousins. And that's what's really important to me. My family. The different members of my family. If you really need help, you get it from your family, don't you? Well, at least that's what I've always found. Interviewer: What about you, Jean?

Jean: To me, friendship ... having friends ... people I know I can really count on ... to me that's the most important thing in life. It's more important even than love. If you love someone, you can always fall out of love again, and that can lead to a lot of hurt feelings, bitterness, and so on. But a good friend is a friend for life. Interviewer: And what exactly do you mean by a friend?

Jean: Well, I've already said, someone you know you can count on. I suppose what I really mean is ... let's see, how am I going to put this ... it's someone who will help you if you need help, who'll listen to you when you talk about your problems ... someone you can trust.

Interviewer: What do you mean by a friend, Robert?

Robert: Someone who likes the same things that you do, who you can argue with and not lose your temper, even if you don't always agree about things. I mean someone who you don't have to talk to all the time but can be silent with, perhaps. That's important, too. You can just sit together and not say very much sometimes. Just relax. I don't like people who talk all the time.

Interviewer: Are you very good at keeping in touch with your friends if you don't see them regularly?

Robert: No, not always. I've lived in lots of places, and, to be honest, once I move away, I often do drift out of touch with my friends. And I'm not a very good letter writer, either. Never have been. But I know that if I saw those friends again, if I ever moved back to the same place, or for some other reason we got back into close contact again, I'm sure the friendship would be just as strong as it was before.

Jean: Several of my friends have moved away, got married, things like that. One of my friends has had a baby recently, and I'll admit I don't see her or hear from her as much as I used to ... She lives in another neighborhood and when I phone her, she always seems busy. But that's an exception. I write a lot of letters to my friends and get a lot of letters from them. I have a friend I went to school with and ten years ago she emigrated to Canada, but she still writes to me every month, and I write to her just as often. 02

Bill Walker works for an import-export company. Last Wednesday morning Bill rang his office at nine o'clock. His boss, Mr. Thompson, answered the phone. Mr. Thompson: Hello, Thompson here ... Bill: Hello. This is Bill Walker. Mr. Thompson: Oh, hello, Bill.

Bill: I'm afraid I can't come to work today, Mr. Thompson. Mr. Thompson: Oh, what's the problem? Bill: I've got a very sore throat.

Mr. Thompson: Yes, you sound ill on the phone.

Bill: Yes, I'll stay in bed today, but I'll be able to come tomorrow. Mr. Thompson: That's all right, Bill. Stay in bed until you feel well enough to work.

Bill: Thank you, Mr. Thompson ... Goodbye. Mr. Thompson: Goodbye, Bill. * * *

Mr. Thompson liked Bill very much. At 12:30 he got into his car, drove to a shop and bought some fruit for him. He went to Bill's flat and rang the doorbell. Bill's wife, Susan, answered the door. Susan: Oh, Mr. Thompson! Hello ... how are you?

Mr. Thompson: Fine, thanks, Susan. I've just come to see Bill. How is he?

Susan: He doesn't look very well. I wanted him to see the doctor. Mr. Thompson: I'll go in and see him ... Hello, Bill! Bill: Oh ... hello ... hello, Mr. Thompson ... er ... er ... Mr. Thompson: I've brought some fruit for you, Bill. Bill: Thank you very much, Mr. Thompson.

Mr. Thompson: Well, ... I had to pass your house anyway. How's

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your throat?

Bill: It seems a little better. I'll be OK tomorrow.

Mr. Thompson: Well, don't come in until you feel better.

Bill: All right ... but I'm sure I'll be able to come in tomorrow. Mr. Thompson: Goodbye, Bill. Bill: Goodbye, Mr. Thompson. * * *

At three o'clock in the afternoon, Mr. Thompson locked his office door, and switched on his portable television. He wanted to watch an important international football match. It was England against Brazil. Both teams were playing well, but neither team could score a goal. The crowd were cheering and booing. It was very exciting. * * *

Then at 3:20, England scored from a penalty. Mr. Thompson jumped out of his chair. He was very excited. He was smiling happily when suddenly the cameraman focused on the crowd. Mr. Thompson's smile disappeared and he looked very angry. Bill Walker's face, in close-up, was there on the screen. He didn't look ill, and he didn't sound ill. He was smiling happily and cheering wildly!

Lesson 30 1 01 (1)

(Ringing of phone)

Woman: Four six four o. Can I help you? Narrator: Stop. (2)

Man: His line's busy at the moment. Do you want to hold? Narrator: Stop. (3)

Woman: There's no reply on that number. I'll try Mr. Shaw. Narrator: Stop. (4)

(Ringing of phone)

Man: This is Karim Premji speaking. I'm afraid I'm out of the office at the moment. If you could leave your name and number when you hear the tone, I'll get back to you as soon as possible. (Tone)

Narrator: Stop. 2 01

Henry: Cigarette?

Tony: Oh ... er ... thanks, Henry ... Um, do you have a light? Henry: Sorry. Here.

Tony: Thanks. Lovely day. Pity I'm on duty.

Henry: I'll stand in for you if you like. I've got nothing else to do. Tony: Oh no, I couldn't possibly ...

Henry: Go on. Go off and have a good time. Here—you can have the Mini if you like.

Tony: But ... are you sure, Henry?

Henry: Of course I am. Take Jill up the mountains, or something. Tony: That's ever so good of you, Henry. Oh, you ... er ... you won't tell anyone, will you ... I mean, I am on duty. Henry: Not a word. Bye, Tony—enjoy yourself. Tony: Thanks, Henry. I won't forget this ...

Henry: Damned right you won't, you poor fool! 02

Three people are describing their dreams.

1. I knew that the brakes of my car needed repairing, but I did nothing about it, until one night I dreamt I was driving my car along

a familiar road. Suddenly I had to brake because I was driving towards a wall. However, when I put my foot on the brake nothing happened and I crashed into the wall.

2. I was walking down an unfamiliar road when I reached a dark and miserable house. Grey clouds covered the sky, and so I went inside the house where I found a poor, pathetic person, wearing clothes similar to those my wife wore. I didn't recognize her and felt sorry for her. There was nothing else in the dream but when I woke the next morning, I felt the misery and unhappiness of it all day. 3. One day I was sitting in my office, listening to a group of colleagues whispering and talking about me. I couldn't hear what they were saying but it worried me. That night I dreamt exactly the same sequence again, except that in my dream I saw something I'd missed during the day. While they were whispering they were all looking down at something. The next morning when I woke up I realized exactly why they'd been whispering and talking about me. That day was my birthday. Wasn't it possible that they'd been looking down at a birthday card? My dream was right. I did get a card from my colleagues, whom I'd suspected of talking about me. 03

Woman: The trouble with education in Britain, I think, lies with the teachers. I don't think teachers get nearly enough training in actually how to teach rather than the subject. I think they're too serious, too academic; they're not imaginative enough. And that means that there's not enough excitement in the classroom for children to get interested in the subject.

Man: Yes, I agree. I think there's too much theoretical teaching given and not enough practical education, with the result that pupils are far too busy studying for exams to have time to learn about life itself and how to, how to live in the world.

Woman: Mm. I think all teachers should be at least twenty-five before they start teaching. I think they should be forced to live in the outside world, rather than go from the classroom to the university and back to the classroom again. 04

I had a working mother when I was a young girl. She went back to work when I was ten and my brother was fourteen. She taught at a school of dress design. I studied English at university. Then I got a job with an advertising agency as an assistant. I studied English so I could get a good job with a good company. In 1980 I went abroad with a friend. We spent a month in California. Then I worked for a company which sold cassette tapes and books for English conversation. I was still single at twenty-five, then my parents started to worry because their daughter wasn't married. Our neighbors and relations were asking when I would marry and they began to talk about an arranged marriage. In Japan they don't force you to marry someone, but they may give you a chance to meet someone. I am very interested in jazz and I met my husband in a Jazz club. My parents didn't want their daughter to marry a foreigner. They didn't want me to come to England, but now I work in London for a Japanese newspaper. 3 01

Once upon a time, there was a rich Caliph in Baghdad. He was very famous because he was wise and kind. One morning he sent his servant, Abdul, to the market to buy some fruit. As Abdul was walking through the market, he suddenly felt very cold. He knew that somebody was behind him. He turned round and saw a tall man, dressed in black. He couldn't see the man's face, only his eyes. The man was staring at him, and Abdul began to shiver. \ The man in black didn't reply.

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\ Abdul dropped his basket and ran all the way back to the Caliph's house. He rushed into the Caliph's room.

\me, master. I have to leave Baghdad immediately,\

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Abdul said.

\ \ \

\I'm going to my father's house in Samarra. If I go at once, I'll be there before sunset.\

The Caliph could see that Abdul was terrified and gave him permission to go to Samarra.

The Caliph was puzzled. He was fond of Abdul and he was angry because Abdul had been badly frightened by the stranger in the market. He decided to go to the market and investigate. When he found the man in black, he spoke to him angrily. \

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\Baghdad.\

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\tonight ... in Samarra!\ 02

Dennis: You've been seeing Steve again, haven't you? Cynthia: What are you talking about?

Dennis: You know as well as I do. One of my friends saw you together in a restaurant yesterday evening.

Cynthia: Listen, Dennis. Look, I'm sorry. I was going to tell you. I really was.

Dennis: Well, why didn't you? Why did you ... Why did you lie to me?

Cynthia: But I didn't lie! How can you say that?

Dennis: Yes, you did! You told me that your relationship with him was all over.

Cynthia: But it is, darling! It ended more than a year ago. Dennis: Did it? Then why did you go out with him yesterday?

Cynthia: Because he phoned me and said he had some business to discuss with me. What's wrong with that!

Dennis: Nothing. But if that's true, why did you tell me you were going to have dinner with your mother yesterday evening?

Cynthia: Because ... because I thought you'd be terribly jealous if I told you I was going to see Steve. And you are.

Dennis: I'm not. I simply can't understand why you lied to me. Cynthia: I've already told you. But you just won't believe me.

Dennis: That all you did was discuss business together? Of course, I can't believe that!

Cynthia: Well, that's exactly what we did! And it isn't true that I lied to you about my mother. When I told you that, I intended to see her. But then Steve rang and said he needed my advice about something. Dennis: About what? Cynthia: A legal matter.

Dennis: A legal matter? Why should he ask your advice about a legal matter? You aren't a lawyer.

Cynthia: No, but you are! And that's what he wanted to talk to me about. Somebody recommended to him. But before he contacted you, he wanted to know if I thought you'd be willing to help him. I said I didn't know.

Dennis: Help your ... ex-boyfriend? Give him legal advice? I'm not going to do that.

Cynthia: That's what I thought you'd say. I knew it. 03

Policeman: Good morning, madam. Can I help you?

Mrs. Trott: Oh, I do hope so, constable. Something dreadful has happened.

Policeman: Well, sit down and tell me all about it and we'll see what can be done.

Mrs. Trott: I've lost my Harold. I think he's left me.

Policeman: Oh, it's a missing person case, is it? Let me just fill in this form, madam. Here we are. Now, the name is Harold. Right?

Mrs. Trott: That's right, little Harold.

Policeman: I'll just put 'Harold' on the form, madam. What is his second name?

Mrs. Trott: Well, the same as mine, I suppose. Trott. Yes, yes. Harold Trott.

Policeman: Address?

Mrs. Trott: 15 Bermard Street, W12.

Policeman: 15 Bermard Street, W12. And when did you last see Harold, Mrs. Trott?

Mrs. Trott: Early this morning. In the park.

Policeman: And had there been any quarrel? Any argument? Anything which would account for his leaving?

Mrs. Trott: Well, he'd been a very naughty boy so I hit him with a stick and he tried to bite me and I'm afraid he got very angry and just ran away. My little Harold.

Policeman: Yes, madam. I can see that this is very upsetting for you, but I'll have to ask you a few more questions. Now, what time exactly did you go to the park with Harold?

Mrs. Trott: Oh, eight o'clock. On the dot every day. We go for a nice stroll in the park each morning, you see. Policeman: Eight o'clock.

Mrs. Trott: Yes, I take him out to do his ... er ... to do his job. Policeman: Sorry, madam? Mrs. Trott: His job, you know.

Policeman: Oh. Ah. Er ... yes. Er ... How old is Harold, madam? Mrs. Trott: He must be six and a half now.

Policeman: And you have to take him into the park to do his ... Mrs. Trott: Yes. He loves it. Policeman: What's his height?

Mrs. Trott: Oh, I don't think he could be more than eleven inches tall.

Policeman: Eleven ... er ... we are talking about a little boy, are we not, madam?

Mrs. Trott: A boy? A little boy? Good heavens, no! It's my Harold, my little Harold.

Policeman: (sighs) Dog or cat, madam?

Mrs. Trott: Dog, of course. You couldn't call a cat Harold, could you?

Policeman: Of course not, madam. What breed?

Mrs. Trott: Poodle. From a very good family. He's a dark brown with lovely velvet fur and has two little white rings on his front feet and a dear little spot on his forehead. Oh, constable, you'll do everything you can to find him for me, won't you? And he'll be wandering around all lost and doesn't know how to look after himself. He's so friendly, he'd just follow any stranger ...

Lesson 31 1 01

Dialogue 1:

Passenger: West London Air Terminal, please. I have to be there by 11:10.

Taxi Driver: I can't promise, but I'll do my best.

Taxi Driver: You're just in time. Seventy pence, please.

Passenger: Thanks a lot. Here's eighty pence. You can keep the change.

Dialogue 2:

Passenger: Do you think you can get me to Victoria by half past? Taxi Driver: We should be OK if the lights are with us.

Taxi Driver: You've still got five minutes to spare. Seventy pence, please.

Passenger: Thanks very much indeed. Here's a pound, give me twenty pence, please.

Dialogue 3:

Passenger: Piccadilly, please. I have an appointment at 10:30. Taxi Driver: I think we can make it if we get a move on.

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Taxi Driver: Here we are, sir. Eighty pence, please. Passenger: Many thanks. Let's call it a pound.

Dialogue 4:

Passenger: Paddington, please. I want to catch the 11:15. Taxi Driver: We'll be all right if there are no hold-ups. Taxi Driver: This is it, sir. Seventy pence, please.

Passenger: Thank you. Here's the fare, and this is for you. 2 01

—No luck then, John?

—Afraid not, sir. Not yet, anyhow. We're still checking on stolen cars. —Mm.

—Where do you think he'll head for, sir?

—Well, he definitely won't try to leave the country yet. He may try to get a passport, and he'll certainly need clothes and money. He'll probably get in touch with Cornfield for those, so I expect he'll make for Birmingham.

—Right. I'll put some men on the house.

—Yes, do that. Mind you, I doubt if he'll show up there in person. Hammond's no fool, you know. I should think he'll probably telephone.

—What about his wife?

—Mm. I shouldn't think he'll go anywhere near her—though he might get her to join him after he's left the country. And when he does leave, he probably won't use a major airport, either. So you'd better alert the coastguard, and keep an eye on the private airfields. —Right, sir. I'd better get his description circulated.

—Yes. He may change his appearance, of course, but I don't expect he'll be able to do much about the tattoos ... And John—be careful. He could be armed. And if I know Hammond, he certainly won't give himself up without a fight. 02

A lot of young people today find it difficult to get a job, especially in the first few months after they leave school. This is much more of a problem now than it has ever been in the past. In some parts of the country sixty or even seventy per cent of young people in the last years of school will be without a job for a whole year after leaving school.

Our Jobs Information Service has been in touch with thousands of young people over the last two or three years, talking to them about their hopes and their fears, and we have in fact been able to give a lot of help and advice to young people who have just left school.

Are you recently out of school and still without a job? Or are you still at school and worried about getting a job when you leave? We have found that many people don't know who to talk to and sometimes don't know what questions to ask. That is why our experience at Jobs Information Service is so important. It will cost you nothing—just a phone call. If you would like to talk to us—and we are here to talk to you—then please phone 24987 any day between 9:00 and 5:30. 03

Man: I want to do something tonight for a change, let's go out. Brian: All right, let's go to the movies. Woman: In this heat? Are you joking?

Brian: We can go to an outdoor movie. Do you think I'd suggest an indoor one in the middle of the summer in San Diego? Man: I'd rather go out for a meal.

Woman: Yes, that sounds a better idea. The outdoor movies are so uncomfortable.

Brian: Why don't we do both at the same time? We could pick up some take-away food and eat it in the movie. Man: That sounds like fun. What a good idea.

Woman: But they never show any good films in the summer. At least not any of the new ones. All you get is the old classics. Brian: And what's wrong with them?

Woman: Oh nothing, it's just that we've seen them all half a dozen times.

Brian: But that's why they're classics. They're worth seeing again and again.

Man: You've got a point there, Brian. My main objection to outdoor movies is that you can never hear properly. You hear all the traffic from outside.

Brian: Well, we can find a foreign film with subtitles, then you don't need to hear the sound.

Woman: Supposing it's a musical.

Brian: Oh trust you to say that! I think it would be fun to sit watching an old film and eating a meal at the same time.

Woman: Last time I went to an outdoor movie, I bought a bar of chocolate to eat as I went in. It was a horror film and I was so shocked I just sat there holding my bar of chocolate until the interval when I found it had melted in my hand and run all down my dress. That was an expensive evening out.

Man: Well, we won't go and see a horror film, darling, and take-away meals don't melt. 04

Presenter: Good evening and welcome to \Personalities.\Tonight we've got a real treat in store for you. We have here in the studio Mrs. Annie Jarman of Bristol. Mrs. Jarman: Hello. That's me.

Presenter: Say hello to the listeners, Mrs. Jarman. Mrs. Jarman: I just did. Hello again.

Presenter: Now Mrs. Jarman is eighty-four years old. Mrs. Jarman: Nearly eighty-four.

Presenter: Sorry, nearly eighty-four years old and she holds ... Mrs. Jarman: Not quite.

Presenter: Yes, I explained. Now Mrs. Jarman holds the English record ...

Mrs. Jarman: Eighty-three years, ten months and fifteen days. Presenter: Good, well, now that we've got that out of the way.

Mrs. Jarman holds the English record for having failed her driving test the most times.

Mrs. Jarman: I'm still trying.

Presenter: Quite. Now precisely how many times have you failed your driving test, Mrs. Jarman?

Mrs. Jarman: Well, the last attempt last Wednesday brought it up to fifty-seven times.

Presenter: Over how long a period? Mrs. Jarman: Twenty-eight years.

Presenter: What do you think is the cause of this record number of failures?

Mrs. Jarman: Bad driving.

Presenter: Yes, quite. Well, it would be. But in what way do you drive badly?

Mrs. Jarman: Every way. Presenter: Every way?

Mrs. Jarman: Yes. I hit thing. That's the really big problem, but I'm working on that. Also I can't drive round corners. Each time I come to a corner I just drive straight on.

Presenter: Ah, yes, that would be a problem. Mrs. Jarman: It causes havoc at roundabouts.

Presenter: I can imagine. And how many examiners have you had in all this time?

Mrs. Jarman: Fifty-seven. None of them would examine me twice. Several left the job, said it was too dangerous. One of them got out of the car at the end of the test, walked away and was never seen again.

Presenter: Oh dear. But why do you drive so badly?

Mrs. Jarman: I blame the examiners. It's all their fault. They don't do their job properly.

Presenter: Really? In what way?

Mrs. Jarman: They distract my attention. They keep talking to me.

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Turn left, turn right, park here. By the time I've turned round to ask them what they said we're half way through a field or slowly sinking into a pond surrounded by ducks. They should keep quiet and let me concentrate.

Presenter: But they have to tell you where to go, Mrs. Jarman.

Mrs. Jarman: Then they should give me time to stop each time before speaking to me. Why do you think they have those notices on the buses, 'Do not speak to the driver', eh? I'm surprised there aren't more accidents.

Presenter: How long do your tests usually last, Mrs. Jarman?

Mrs. Jarman: Two or three minutes. Not longer. They've usually jumped out by then. Except the last one. Presenter: And how long did that last?

Mrs. Jarman: Four hours and twenty-five minutes, exactly, from beginning to end.

Presenter: Four hours and twenty-five minutes?

Mrs. Jarman: Yes. You see, I'd got on the motorway and as I told you I can't turn right or left, so we didn't stop until I hit a post box just outside London.

Presenter: And was the examiner still with you? Mrs. Jarman: Oh, yes, he'd fainted much earlier on.

Presenter: Well, there we are. That's the end of \Personalities\for this week. Thank you Mrs. Jarman for coming along and telling us about your experiences with cars. Mrs. Jarman: Can I just say a word? Presenter: Er ... yes. Go ahead.

Mrs. Jarman: I'd just like to say if there are any driving instructors in the Bristol area listening in, well, I'd like to say thank you very much and my offer to pay double still holds good if any of them will come back. Thank you.

Presenter: Thank you, Mrs. Jarman, and good night. Mrs. Jarman: I won't give up. 3 01

A psychiatrist who has studied the legend of Bonnie and Clyde compares the characters of the two.

Interviewer: So in your book why do you focus more on Bonnie than you have on Clyde?

Shivel: Bonnie had something which Clyde completely lacked. Style. And she was also far more intelligent than he was. Without her, there never would have a legend. He was just a rather stupid hoodlum who got into difficult situations almost by accident and then started shooting wildly. She was a much warmer, more generous person.

Interviewer: But she could be very ruthless, couldn't she? I mean what about that policeman she shot in Grapevine, Texas? Didn't she laugh about it?

Shivel: Well, first of all, we don't know if that's what actually happened. A farmer says he saw her shoot the second policeman and then laugh. That's the only evidence we have that she actually did that. But even if the story is true, the whole incident illustrates this warmer, almost motherly, side to her character.

Interviewer: Motherly? How does the incident of shooting a policeman illustrate that she was motherly?

Shivel: Well ... uh ... just let me finish. You see, the day before the shooting, Bonnie and Clyde were driving about with a pet rabbit in the car. Bonnie's pet rabbit. Clyde started complaining because the rabbit stank. So they stopped and washed the rabbit in a stream. The rabbit almost died because of the shock of the very cold water. Bonnie got very worried, and wrapped the rabbit in a blanket and held it close to her as they drove on. Then, the next morning, when the rabbit still wasn't any better, she made Clyde stop and build a fire. She was sitting in front of that fire, trying to get the rabbit warm when the two policemen drove up and got out. Probably the policemen had no idea who was there. They just wanted to see who was burning a fire and why. A moment later, as we know, they were both dead. All because of that pet rabbit which Bonnie wanted to mother. And ...uh ... perhaps ... in a strange way, Clyde was something like a pet rabbit, too. She was attracted to him because

he was weaker than she was and needed someone to mother him. It's strange, you know, but strong, intelligent women are often attracted to such men ... weaker than they are ... men who are like children, or pet rabbits. 02

Psychiatrist: Goodbye Mr. er ... um ... er ... Just keep taking those tablets and you'll be all right in no time. Next please. Good morning, Mrs. er ... your first visit, is it? Mrs. Parkinson: Yes, doctor.

Psychiatrist: I see. Well, let me just fill in this form. Name? Mrs. Parkinson: Parkinson. Enid Parkinson. (Crunch) Mrs. Psychiatrist: So you're married, Mrs. Parkinson. Mrs. Parkinson: (Crunch) Yes.

Psychiatrist: I see. Now, your date of birth, please. Mrs. Parkinson: Wednesday the twelfth of June.

Psychiatrist: No, not your birthday, Mrs. Parkinson. Your date of birth.

Mrs. Parkinson: (Crunch) Twelfth of June 1946. But not a word to my husband, mind, he thinks it was 1956.

Psychiatrist: 1946. Right. Now, What seems to be the trouble?

Mrs. Parkinson: (Crunch) Well, it's nothing very much, doctor. It's just that (crunch) I can't stop (crunch) eating these crisps (crunch). Psychiatrist: Yes, I had noticed that you seemed to be getting through rather a lot of them. Er ... do you mind picking up those two empty bags off the floor, please? Thank you. Now, when did this problem start?

Mrs. Parkinson: (Crunch) About six months ago. My husband and I won a. huge box of crisps in a talent competition. And we've not been able (crunch) to stop eating them ever since. It's costing us a fortune. (Crunch)

Psychiatrist: I see. Now, what do you think about when you're eating these crisps?

Mrs. Parkinson: More (crunch) crisps.

Psychiatrist: I see. And what do the crisps remind you of?

Mrs. Parkinson: (Crunch) Potatoes. (Crunch) Potato crisps. (Crunch) All nice, crisp and golden brown with plenty of salt on them. Psychiatrist: I see. But don't they remind you of anything else?

Mrs. Parkinson: (Crunch) Cheese. Cheese crisps. Cheddar crisps. Roquefort crisps. Edam crisps. Oh, I'd definitely say they remind me of cheese.

Psychiatrist: Yes, they certainly seem to do that. Does anything else come to mind when you're eating these vast amounts of crisps?

Mrs. Parkinson: Not much, apart from crisps, doctor. (Crunch) If I'm really on form I can work up an appetite for, oh, paprika crisps, or shrimp crisps or even ham and bacon crisps.

Psychiatrist: And have you made any effort to stop eating these crisps?

Mrs. Parkinson: Oh, no. I wouldn't want to (crunch) eat anything else. I like my crisps.

Psychiatrist: But if you don't want to stop eating them, why come to a psychiatrist?

Mrs. Parkinson: (Crunch) Well, it's the noise, doctor. (Crunch) My husband complains he can't hear the telly. And the neighbors bang on the walls late at night. (Crunch) Say they can't sleep. I've offered them a whole box so that ... so that they can do the same, but (crunch) they say they'd rather sleep.

Psychiatrist: I should have thought earplugs would have been a more sensible thing to offer them.

Mrs. Parkinson: Earplugs! That's it! The problem's solved. (Crunch) Thank you. Thank you very much, doctor. Psychiatrist: Er ... Mrs ... um ... Mrs. Parkinson: Parkinson.

Psychiatrist: Parkinson, yes. Er ... could I have a crisp?

Mrs. Parkinson: Certainly, (crunch) doctor. Here, have a couple of bags.

Psychiatrist: Oh, thank you, Mrs. Parkinson. Oh, paprika with cheese. (Crunch) Thank you so much and good day. (Crunch, crunch, crunch, crunch, crunch)

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Lesson 32 1 01

Presenter: Now before the weather report, we have some road news for you from Philip Thomson.

Philip Thomson: Yes, well, the A4l is still very busy at the Dome roundabout this morning. Harrow Road, the A404, Harrow Road is now flowing freely, no problems there. The other congestion we have is in the A1M up near Hatfield. The M1 is heavy but at least is moving along, a little bit slower than normal. In Hammersmith, road repairs between Ridge Street and King Street are causing delay. Finally, a demonstration march at twelve thirty will cause congestion in central London. 02

Presenter: And now our weather report.

Reporter: Nice sunshine all day long today, soon becoming very warm, but there will be some relief from the heat with something of a breeze developing. Even so, the temperature will get up to twenty-five degrees later today, it's already up to nineteen degrees Celsius now, at nine in the morning, and it'll go on rising. Very little cloud at any stage during the day, just a few clouds drifting around early in the afternoon, so we should end up the day with a good fourteen hours of sunshine going into the record books. That breeze is an easterly one that's going to keep the coastal areas a little bit cooler during the day but still quite pleasant. Over the night, clear, dry weather still a little bit of the breeze and the temperature down to sixteen in central London and twelve or thirteen out of town. 2 01

Visitor: Where can I stay in this town?

Resident: There are lots of hotels, but they tend to be fairly expensive. And then there are bed and breakfast places, which are much cheaper—and you can find out about them through looking in the paper, or else just walking around the streets, and they have signs in the window saying 'Bed & Breakfast'. And then there are youth hostels.

Visitor: What are the youth hostels like?

Resident: The youth hostels are OK. All you get is a bed, but they do tend to be very cheap.

Visitor: Do I have to become a member?

Resident: Yes, you do, in fact. But it's very easy to join, and there's an office along the road, where you can go and sign on. 02

Mrs. Weston is describing her schedule in the nursing home. I usually get up at 6:30. I've always been an early riser. When my husband was alive, we had to be up by five o'clock. He was a long distance train driver, you see. Before breakfast I have a cup of tea and I listen to music on the radio. Then between seven and eight I get dressed and eat breakfast—a boiled egg and a large glass of orange juice—I never have anything else. Then at eight o'clock I always watch breakfast television—for the news and the weather and the chat. And then I usually have a nap until lunch. That's always at twelve. We have a big lunch here at Twybury's—soup, roast meat, potatoes, vegetables, always a pudding. After lunch I like being taken out in my wheelchair, or even in a car, if there's anyone to take me. I hate staying indoors. I like looking in the shop windows, or sitting in a park and watching the world go by. Sometimes someone will read to me or write some letters. I usually fall asleep about three, and then of course we have our tea around five—nothing heavy—cold meats and salads and fruit, and that kind of thing. In the evening we play cards, or do knitting, and then I'm in bed by eight. I am getting on a bit, you know. I'm nearly eighty-three. 03

Man: Good morning, love. Woman: Morning.

Man: Sleep well? I've made some tea; there you are. Woman: Thanks. Any post?

Man: Not really. There's a postcard from Aunt Lil and there's a questionnaire to fill in from the company which gave us the free samples of tinned meat to try out for them. Woman: They've got a nerve!

Man: But we did say we'd return the questionnaire when we took the samples.

Woman: What do they want to know? Man: If we liked it.

Woman: If we liked it? Are they joking? You're not filling it in now, are you? What for?

Man: We did promise and if I do it now I can post it on my way to work.

Woman: Well, write 'we didn't like it.'

Man: I'll put 'not much'. That sounds nicer. Then it says 'If not, why?'

Woman: No flavor. Too much fat. Man: 'How did you cook it?' is next.

Woman: Fried it like they said, didn't I? Took a mouthful and gave it to the cat.

Man: 'Guests' comments, if any!'

Woman: The cat became ill. Poor thing, her fur went all green. Man: 'Did guests ask for the brand name?' Woman: Tell them that our cat can't speak.

Man: 'Will you be buying our product regularly?'

Woman: Certainly not! They must be out of their minds. Man: 'Did you find the tin attractive?'

Woman: Cut myself opening it. Nearly lost my thumb. Couldn't use it for a week. I thought it was infected. Man: 'Any other comments?'

Woman: Well, tell them we're too polite to answer that. 04

Mrs. Woodside: Well, Mrs. Long, how do you like it here?

Mrs. Long: Oh, since we had the house redecorated, it's much nicer to live in. But there are still a few things that bother us. Mrs. Woodside: Oh, what sort of things?

Mrs. Long: Nothing to do with the house, really. It's just that our daughter, Jane, hasn't been ... uh ... well, she hasn't been sleeping well lately. I mean, she's had a few nightmares. Mrs. Woodside: Oh, I'm sorry to hear that.

Mrs. Long: Uh, excuse me, Mrs. Woodside, but ... do you mind if I ask you something?

Mrs. Woodside: No, of course not. Go ahead.

Mrs. Long: What ... what do you know about ... the people who lived here before?

Mrs. Woodside: Not very much. Nobody has stayed here very long since ... well, since ... you know ... Mrs. Long: Since? ... Since when?

Mrs. Woodside: Well, since those ... surely you must know about it? Mrs. Long: No, I don't know. What are you talking about?

Mrs. Woodside: Those terrible murders that happened here more than twenty years ago?

Mrs. Long: Murders? What murders?

Mrs. Woodside: But I thought you knew! This house once belonged to a ... I really thought you knew ... to a man who's supposed to have murdered three or four women! Right here! In this house! Afterwards, he's supposed to have cut up their bodies ... right here ... in the kitchen.

Mrs. Long: What? Are you serious?

Mrs. Woodside: Oh, dear. I hope I haven't said anything to ... well, to upset you.

Mrs. Long: I can't believe it.

Mrs. Woodside: Neither could I. Not at first, at least. He seemed such a nice man. Mrs. Long: Who?

Mrs. Woodside: Taplow. Gordon Taplow. He didn't seem like the

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kind of man who could do such things at all. Mrs. Long: You mean you knew him?

Mrs. Woodside: Yes, of course I did. Not very well, but I used to see him in the street occasionally ... We said hello to each other. He was a very quiet man. You wouldn't have thought he could have hurt a mouse. Once, I remember, he invited me in for a cup of tea. Mrs. Long: And what happened?

Mrs. Woodside: Nothing. I ... I never got round to it ... to coming in for a cup of tea. I was always too busy. I suppose it was a good thing, wasn't it? Mrs. Long: What?

Mrs. Woodside: That I never came in for a cup of tea. 3 01

Bank Manager: Now, Miss Andrews, how much do you actually want to deposit with us in your new account?

Helen Andrews: Well, it's just around two thousand pounds that I won on the premium bonds.

Bank Manager: Right. I now need your full name and address. Helen Andrews: Helen Andrews. 33 Bedford Road ...

Bank Manager: Helen Andrews. Would you please spell that? Helen Andrews: A-N-D-R-E-W-S. Bank Manager: Address?

Helen Andrews: 33 Bedford, that's B-E-D-F-O-R-D ... Bank Manager: So 33 Bedford ... Helen Andrews: Road, London E14.

Bank Manager: Right, er ... now do you want a deposit or a current account?

Helen Andrews: Well, I want to be able to take my money out at any time.

Bank Manager: I see. So you probably want a current account.

Helen Andrews: Well, if you say so. I've only had a post office savings account until now.

Bank Manager: Well, with a current account you can ... have a cheque book, or you can come into the bank and take the money out as you like. Of course, there's no interest on a current account. Helen Andrews: Not at all?

Bank Manager: No. If you put it into a seven day's deposit account, of course, you get interest, but in a current account, none.

Helen Andrews: Well, most people have current accounts, don't they?

Bank Manager: Well, they do if they've not got an awful lot of money and they need to use it regularly. Eh ... so that's probably the best thing for you.

Helen Andrews: Well, you'll give me a cheque book, won't you? Bank Manager: I'll give you a cheque book immediately, yes, er ... Helen Andrews: Do you need my signature?

Bank Manager: Ah yes, we'll need er ... two or three specimen signatures ...

Helen Andrews: OK. And I will get a cheque card ... I mean one of those cards which I'm allowed to use for up to fifty pounds a day. Bank Manager: Eh, eh, now we don't actually give a cheque card until you've had an account with us for six months. Helen Andrews: Six months?

Bank Manager: Yes, we have to see how the accounts going, you see.

Helen Andrews: But that's crazy. I mean I used to work in a shop and we'd never accept cheques without a cheque card. I mean no one will accept my money.

Bank Manager: Well, er ... this is how we work, I'm afraid.

Helen Andrews: Well, I'll have to reconsider everything again, I think. I had no idea you were as strict as this ... 02

If you ask someone, they'll say that the bank is where you can cash a cheque. But it's more than that and we have to tell people that in our advertisements. There are several things to think about. When do you start? I mean at what age. That is the first problem. I think you must start very young. So we said: 'Let's introduce the

name of the bank to children and they will never forget it.' The next question is this: How do you attract the different age groups? My partner said 'Why don't we use a gimmick for each age group? Give them something for nothing—money boxes for young children, T-shirts for teenagers, gold pens for young executives.' That always works. But what do you give to your best customer? That's another question. What about leather diaries, for example?

Banks are very competitive. How do you think of something new? That's always a problem. We were one of the first banks to have drive-in banks and to open on Saturdays, but now many banks do. Of course, most banks now offer insurance and travel services, and all the usually standing order and direct debit services. The other thing about advertising is where. Where do you put the ads—on television, of course, but which journals and newspapers? And when and how often? These are questions you have to ask yourself.

Lesson 33 1 01

Actress Virginia Darlington, who plays Judy in the TV soap opera Texas, got married yesterday surrounded by armed bodyguards at the most luxurious hotel in Texas, the Mansion. The 39-year-old star exchanged vows with plastic surgeon Henry Jones under a bough of ivy and gardenias, wearing a wedding-dress designed by Britain's Saunders. Because this is the second time she has married a flautist marked the celebrations by playing 'Love is Wonderful the Second Time Around.' 02

The Football Association Secretary Mr. John Gamer says he's delighted with the decision to lift the worldwide ban on English soccer clubs. As a result of serious incidents of hooliganism in European and international matches, football's international ruling body FIFA decided last June that English teams should not be allowed to play outside Britain. FIFA announced its new decision to lift the worldwide ban this morning, but the ban on European matches still stands. Now, the Football Association Secretary says it's up to the English fans to improve themselves and if they do behave the ban could be lifted in as short a time as twelve months. 03

A group of twelve women are working hard to become the first all-female crew to sail around the world. At the moment the crew are busy trying to raise the three hundred and fifty thousand pounds needed to buy and equip a sixty-two foot yacht to make the record attempt. As part of their fund-raising the crew have been repainting the famous boat Gipsy Moth 4, on show at Greenwich, which has raised one thousand two hundred and fifty pounds from the British Yachting Association. The crew are also busy training to get ship-shape for their round-the-world sailing race which starts in September. The crew skipper says she doesn't think the fact the crew are all women will lessen their chances of winning. 2 01

—Well, it's got two big wheels one behind the other, and there's a kind of metal frame between the wheels that holds them together. And there's a little seat above the back wheel that you can sit on, and above the front wheel there's a sort of metal bar that sticks out on both sides. And you sit on the seat you see, and you put your hands on this metal bar thing—and the whole thing moves forwards—it's amazing.

—What makes it move forward, then?

—Ah well, in the middle you see, between the two wheels, there are these other bits of metal and you can put your feet on these and turn them round and that makes the wheels go round.

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—Hang on—if it's only got two wheels why doesn't the whole thing fall over?

—Well, you see, um, well I'm not sure actually ... 02

Speaker A: Well, to be honest, I'm not sure what I would have done. I mean, it would have depended on various things. Interviewer: On what, for instance?

Speaker A: Well, on ... hmm ... on how valuable the things the boys stole were. The text doesn't ... it doesn't say whether they had just stolen a tin of peas or something like that. So, I can't really say ... except well, ... I think I would have told the shopkeeper if they had stolen something really valuable. Otherwise, I suppose I would have just ... I don't know ... minded my own business, I suppose. Speaker B: Well, I think it's quite clear what I should have done. The boys had broken the law. You can't allow that sort of thing to go on, can you? After all, it affects all of us. If you let boys or anybody else get away with theft, they'll just go on stealing! So, I think the woman should have told—what's his name? —the shopkeeper.

Interviewer: Mr. Patel.

Speaker B: Patel. She should have told him and if necessary she should have held the boys while he got the police, or she should have gone for the police herself.

Interviewer: So you're saying that that's what you would have done? Speaker B: Exactly. If I had been in that situation, that's exactly what I would have done. At least ... at least, that's what I ought to have done. That's what I hope I would have done. 03

Fred: A funny thing happened to me the other night. Man: Oh, yes? What happened, Fred?

Fred: Well, you know I usually go out for a walk every night just after dark. Well, I was out the other night taking my usual walk and I heard a funny noise coming out of the building site down the road, you know, the one where they dug a big hole lately. Going to make it into an underground garage, I believe. Man: Yes, I know it, go on.

Fred: Well, as I said, I heard this funny noise and I thought perhaps there was a kid down there, you know how kids go playing on building sites. But as I got nearer I could tell it wasn't a kid, it sounded more like an animal. I thought it must be some dog or cat that had got itself trapped or something. Man: So, what did you do?

Fred: Well, I went down there to investigate. I climbed down, ruined my trousers because of all the mud. You see it had been raining heavily for three or four days. Man: Yeah.

Fred: Well, when I got down there I found the hole was full of water and the water was full of frogs. Man: Frogs?

Fred: Yes. You know, those green things that jump up and down and go croak croak. So I thought 'What are they going to do when the bulldozers come to work tomorrow?' So I climbed back out, went home and got some plastic bags, big ones, like you use for the rubbish.

Man: What for?

Fred: I'll tell you. I went back and started collecting the frogs and putting them into the plastic bags. I thought I'd take them to the pond in the park. They'd be happy there. Man: I suppose they would.

Fred: Next thing I know there are sirens screaming and bright lights everywhere.

Man: What was going on then?

Fred: It was the police. Two cars full of police with flashlights and dogs. Somebody had reported seeing me going into the building site and thought I was a burglar. Man: Well, what happened?

Fred: They put me in one of the cars and took me down to the Station.

Man: Why didn't you tell them what you were doing?

Fred: I tried to in the car, but they just told me I would have to talk to the inspector on duty. Luckily I still had one of the bags on me full of frogs. A couple of them got out while the inspector was questioning me and you can imagine what it was like trying to catch them.

Man: So what happened in the end?

Fred: Oh, the inspector turned out to be a bit of an animal lover himself and he sent the two cars back to the building site and told his men to help me collect all the frogs. We did that and then they drove me home and I invited them all in for a cup of tea and we all had a good laugh.

Man: Well, I never. If you wrote that in a book they'd say you made it up. 04

A newspaper has a complex hierarchy. The easiest way to show this is in the form of a chart.

At the top of the chart there are four major positions. These are the Executive Editor, who talks to the unions and deals with legal and financial questions. Then there is the actual Editor of the paper and his deputy. The Editor makes decisions about what goes into the paper. The deputy has close contact with the House of Commons and the political content. Finally there is the Managing Editor, who sees that everything runs smoothly. Below this there are three Assistant Editors and the heads of the five departments. Each of the three Assistant Editors has a different responsibility. For example, one is responsible for design. The five departments are City News, which deals with financial matters, then the Home, Foreign, Sports and Features. Features are the special sections including films, books and the Woman's page. So on the second level there are three Assistant Editors and the five Department Heads. Also on this level is the Night Editor. He looks after the paper, especially the front page, in the afternoon and evening, preparing material for publication the next morning. Below the second level there are the reporters and specialists, who write the reports and articles, and the sub-editors, who check and prepare the copy for the printer. There is also full secretarial back-up.

This lift is taking us to departures on the first floor.

We are now in departures. Arrivals and departures are carefully separated, as you have seen. Just to the left here we find a 24-hour banking service, and one of three skyshops on this floor—there are two in the departure lounge. And here, as you can see, you can buy newspapers, magazines, confectionery, souvenirs and books. If you will turn around now and look in front of you, you can see the seventy-two check-in desks, sixty-four of which are for British Airways. The airline desks, for enquiries, are next to the entrances on the far left and far right, and straight ahead is the entrance to the departure lounge and passport control. Shall we go airside?

We have now cleared passport control and security, and you can see that security is very tight indeed. You are about to enter a departure lounge which is a quarter of a mile in length. But don't worry. There are moving walkways the length of the building, so you don't have to put on your hiking boots.

Straight ahead of you is a painting by Brendan Neiland. As you can see it is a painting of Terminal 4 and it measures twenty feet by eight feet. On the other side of it are the airline information desks. Let's walk around to those. Now, if you face the windows you can see the duty-free shops. There is one on your left and one on your right. They have been decorated to a very high standard, to make you feel like you are shopping in London's most exclusive shops. The duty-free shops sell the usual things but they also have outlets for fine wines and quality cigars.

If we turn to the right and walk along in front of the duty-free shops, we will come to a buffet and bar opposite. You see, this one is called the Fourth Man Inn—all the bars, restaurants and cafeterias have names including the number four and many of them have jokey signboards like this one, to brighten up a traveller's day. If we turn left out of here and go back along the concourse, we

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come to the plan-ahead insurance desk, on the far side of the first duty-free shop, with public telephones alongside. Notice that here we can see what is going on outside, through the windows. Opposite the insurance desk, next to the other duty-free shop, is the international telephone bureau. Let's just go across there. Across from this duty-free shop is an area just like the one we have just seen, with a buffet, bar and skyshops, and now let's go along the moving walkway to the gates, shall we? 02

Mary Jones: Excuse me. Excuse me. Man: Yes, madam?

Mary Jones: Can you help me. Please, look, I'm desperate. Are you responsible for lost property? Man: Yes, I am.

Mary Jones: Well, I've got something to report. Man: What is it you've lost?

Mary Jones: I've lost my handbag. Man: Your handbag?

Mary Jones: Well, it's terrible. I don't know what to do. Man: Where did you lose your handbag, madam?

Mary Jones: On the train, on the train. Look, we've got to stop the train.

Man: Which train?

Mary Jones: I've just come off the tube, this last train, in from Paddington.

Man: Yes, the last train tonight. There isn't another one. Mary Jones: On the circle line, on the circle line. Man: Yes, yes.

Mary Jones: Oh, it's terrible. We haven't got much time, I mean I have got so many valuable things in that bag. Man: Will you ... will you please explain ...

Mary Jones: I was asleep on the train. I must have dropped off. I woke up, almost missed my station, so I rushed off the train and then I realized my handbag was still on it. Man: Yes?

Mary Jones: By that time the doors were shut and it was too late. Man: So your handbag is still on the train. Mary Jones; It's on the train travelling ...

Man: Yes. All right. All right, just a moment. Now, can I have your name and address?

Mary Jones: Well, look the thing I've got to tell you is that there's money in that handbag.

Man: Yes, we realize this, madam. We need your name and address first.

Mary Jones: OK. My name's Mary Jones. Man: Mary Jones. Address? Mary Jones: 16 ... Man: 16 ...

Mary Jones: Craven Road.

Man: Craven Road. That's C-R-A-V-E-N? Mary Jones: Yes.

Man: Now, can you tell me exactly what was in the handbag? Mary Jones: Well, there was money ... Man: How much?

Mary Jones: Nearly thirty pounds. I had my driving licence ... Man: So, thirty pounds, driving licence, yes ...

Mary Jones: I had my keys, and I had the office keys, they'll kill me when I go to work tomorrow, and I'd just been to the travel agent, I had my ticket to Athens ...

Man: Just ... just one moment. House and office keys, ticket to Athens.

Mary Jones: Yes, hurry please. You've got to phone the next station...

Man: Yes, all right, just a moment. Anything else? Mary Jones: I had my season ticket.

Man: Your season ticket for travelling on the tube.

Mary Jones: And a very expensive bottle of perfume, and ... and ... and I had a ...

Man: Yes, well, I'll get the guard to look in ... the train ...

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