《英語口語生存手冊》生活英語提高版Unit 07
Jack's First Day
Sally have you met Jack?
No, I haven't.
Sally this is Jack Nixon.
Jack Sally Brown.
How do you do.
Nice to meet you.
Have you been to England before,Jack?
Yes this is my third visit.
Have you donw a tour of the offices?
Not yet. Mr Wrest is going to show me around later.
Good.
Excuse me, Sally, Jack I'd like to introduce you to Ann Carter.
We've already met.
What?
We've already met . I know Jack well.
I don't understand . When did you meet?
We met in the States a long time ago.
Really?
Yes I was a client of HP systems when Jack was there.
Ah, I see. It's a small world.
Yes It is. How are you Jack
I'm fine. Thank you . And you?
I'm very well. thanks . It's good to see you.
Welcome Jack!
Would you like another glass of wine?
Yes please.
Have you tried this cake?
No I haven't.
Try some . It's excellent.
Thank you.
Silence ,please. I'd just like to say a few words of welcometo our new Marketing Manager, Jack Nixon.
Jack has never worked in England, but he has had a lot of experience in the computer industry in the USA
And I am very pleased that he is now working with us. Jack, you are going to happy here, and very successful, I'm sure.
Thank you . I hope so.
Everyone Please join me in a toast to our new Marketing Manager, Jack Nixon.
Yes Speech Speech.
Well just a very short speech to say thank you to you all. Thank you very much.
Booking a sightseeing Tour.
Good afternoon. Can I help you?
Cood afternoon We are here for a few hours. Can you recommend a sightseeing tour?
2.1
I'm sorry but there are no more tours available today. All tours begin at two p.m or earlier.
Oh, that's too bad. I guess we'll have to look around on our own. Do you have a map of town？
Yes, of course Here you are.
2.2
There are several good tours. Here is a brochure that describes what's available.
Hmm, This tour looks interesting. What's the point of departure?
You can board the bus at the stop outside the Tourist Information Centre, or , if you prefer the bus can pick you up at your hotel.
What time does the next tour start?
The next tour starts at three p.m
What time does it get back?
It's a thre-hour tour. You'll back by six p.m.
Will we have time to shop for souvenirs on the tour?
3.1
No I'm afraid not. But there are a lot of souvenir shops in the area. If you like, you could go shoping for souvenirs before the tour departs.
That's a good idea. I think we'll do that.
3.2
Yes, the tour includes a stop at a souvenirs shop.
Ok. We'd like two tikets for the tour, please.
A Sightseeing Tour
Good morning, everyone. My name is Rick Burns. and I'll be your guide for today's tour of Edinburgh. Does everyone have a copy of the itinerary？
2.1
I don't have a copy.
Well here's one for you.
Thank you .
2.2
Yes we do.
Any quesions?
What time should we board the bus?
Wek'll be leaving at 9:15 from outside the hotel.
You should board the bus by nine o'clock sharp. Any more questions?
How long will we spend at Edinburgh Castle?
We'll be there for 45 minutes.
What time will we have lunch?
We'll have lunch from 12 to 12:45
Will we make any stops at the Old town?
3.1
We won't make any stops in the Old Town, but we'll pass a lot of important sights there.
What are some of the important sights?
Well two of the most famous landmarks are St Giles Cathedral and the Flodden Wall.
When was the wall built?
In 1513.
3.2
Yes, we make a number of stops in the Old Town.
Oh good , I'm realy interested in the Old Town.
