1. W: That picture certainly flatters Sua.
Don't you think so?
M: No,I don't.As a matter of face.
I think it makes her look older than she really is.
Q: What does the woman think of the picture?
2. M: How many students took the exam last Saturday?
W: Well,let me see.
Fifty had registered, but everyone didin't showed up.
I believe that we had twenty-five from the Middle East and fifteen from Latin America.
Q: How many students did the woman believe had taken the exam?
3. W:Are these rugs on sale too?
M: No.These are selling at the regular price, four ninety-five.
Q: Can the woman buy a rug?
4. M: Could you please tell me if the Miami flight will be arriving on time?
W: Yes,sir.It should be arriving in about 10 minutes at hall C.
Q: Where did this conversation most probably take place?
5. M: Is Paul angry?
W: I don't think so.
If he were,he'd tell us.
Q: what does the man think about Paul?
6. M:Miss Brown bought some paper,paints,and brushes.
W: I'll bet she'll use them at the high school.
Q: What will Miss Brown probably do at the high school?
7. M: I'd like to cash a check,please.
I have an account here.
W: Fine.Just make it out to "cash".
Q: Where did this conversation most probably take place?
8. M: Now,what seems to be the trouble,Mrs.Stephens?
W: I've been very dizzy lately,and last night I had some chest pain.
Q: What is the probable relationship between the two speakers?
9. M:My briefcase is just like yours,isn't it?
W: Almost.Mine is smaller,but it doesn't have a lock.
I think I'd rather have had one like yours.
Q: Why would the woman rather have had a briefcase like the one the man has?
10. W:Hello,Mr.Jacob.
This is Tim Smith's secretary.
I'm calling to confirm his appointment with you today at two o'clock.
M: Thank you for calling.
I'll expect Mr.Smith this afternoon.
Q: Whose secretary is calling?
Section B
Arabs consider it(11)-{extremely} bad manner to start talking business immediately.
Even the busiest government official or (12)-{executive} always take
(13)-{extra} time to be polite and offer (14)-{refreshments
No matter how busy you are, you should make time for this (15)-{hospitality}.
Making decisions quickly is not an Arab custom.
There is a (16)-{vagueness} in doing business in the Middle East which will puzzle a (17)-{newcomer
Give yourself lots of time and ask lots of questions.
Patience is an important(18)-{quality
You may have to wait two or three days to see high-level government officials as they are very bus
Give yourself enough time.
Personal relationships are very important
They are the key to do business in Arab countries
(19)-{Try to identify the decision-maker regarding your product or services immediately and get to know him on a friendly basis.
Do your homework.
Be prepared to discuss details of your product or proposal.
Be ready to answer technical questions}.
When an Arab says yes, he may mean "maybe"
When he says maybe,he probably means "no"
You will seldom get a direct "no" from an Arab because it is considered impolite.
Also,he does not want to close his option.
Instead of "no",he will say "inshalah" which means,"if God is willing"
(20)-{On the other hand,"yes"does not necessarily mean "yes"
A smile and slow nod might seem like an agreement
but in fact,your host is being polite.
An Arab considers it impolite to disagree with a guest}.
