新视野大学英语视听说教程4(新版)Unit4

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II. Basic Listening Practice

1. Script

M: Do you see yourself as a leader or more of a team player?

W: Well, it depends on the circumstances. I usually enjoy working as part of a team and helping everyone work together. But if the leadership is weak, I’m not afraid to take over in order to achieve the goal at hand. Q: What does the woman want to be?

2. Script

W: Good morning, I have an appointment with Mr. Davies at 11o’ clock.

M: Yes, he left a message for you saying he’s terribly sorry but he’s stuck in traffic and is running 15 minutes late. Please take a seat and he’ll be here as soon as possible. Would you like tea or coffee?

Q: Where is the conversation probably taking place?

3. Script

W: You don’t happy. Did you get that promotion?

M: No, they brought in some new guy. I’m not going to hang around for much longer, I can’t assure you.

Q: Why is the man unhappy?

4. Script

W: Mr. Jones is a self-made millionaire, and I’m honored to have worked for him for the past thirty years as his accountant.

M: He must be pleased to have a loyal and faithful employee such as yourself. Q: What is true of the woman?

5. Script

W: Jane, we’re considering you for the new office manager’s position. We’ve been very pleased with your work.

M: Thank you very much. I’ve always enjoyed working here, and I would welcome an opportunity for more responsibility. Q: Which of the following is true?

Keys: 1.C 2.B 3. A 4.B 5.D

III. Listening In

Task 1: You’re fired!

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Joan: Come in, come in. Have a seat. Ah…uh…I want you to know this is going to

hurt me more than it will hurt you.

Carl: Yes, ma’am. But I’m not quite sure what you’re talking about. Joan: You’re fired. That’s what I’m talking about.

Carl: I find that surprising, Miss Jackson. After all, I sold twenty-five percent more of our products than any other salesperson.

Joan: Look, I’m not here to argue. You’re fired. Understand?

Carl: I understand perfectly. I just wonder what’s going to happen to the contract I’ve

been arranging. It would be a shame to lose it; it could mean a lot of our company. And I’m the only one who knows the details.

Joan: No one is indispensable. Just clear out your desk, and that’s the end of it. Do I

make myself clear, Mr. Westlake?

Carl: Crystal clear—apart from one small detail. Joan: And what, pray tell, is that detail? Carl: I’m not Mr. Westlake. I’m Carl Smith.

Joan: Well then, that’s a different kettle of fish, Mr. Smith. I know you’ve bee n

working late almost every night and coming in on Saturdays to get work done. The company is very happy with your progress.

Carl: That’s good to know. I was beginning to think that I wasn’t appreciated. Joan: You’re doing well. We have approved your first salary increase.

Carl: That’s great! Thank you! I’ll certainly try to live up to the trust you have

demonstrated in me with this raise in pay.

1. Why is the man surprised at the being fired?

2. What is the second reason mentioned of the man to object to his being fired? 3. What mistake did the woman make?

4. What do you know about the man’s work performance? 5. What does the man finally get?

Keys: 1C 2.B 3.D 4.A 5.A

Task 2: Don’t be a loner Script

Lillian: Mr. Baxter, you have worked in the company for five years, and you manage everything here smoothly, like a clock. Could you tell us the secret of your successful career?

Baxter: Just as the golden rule of real estate is location, location, location, the golden rule of work is relationships, relationships, relationships. Unfortunately, many workers focus so hard on the job at hand that they never develop useful relationships with people in other parts of their organization. Worse, when they do interact with colleagues in other departments, they may not treat then with respect. Lillian: Could you give more details?

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Baxter: Let’s take Wendy as an example. She switched jobs several months ago in the company. In her first position, as a marketing manager, she frequently found herself in conflict with the financial department over her staff’s expenses. Her argument for more funds usually ended in vain.

Then in her new job as training administrator, she wanted to launch an on-the-job training project. She needed the financial department to support her request for a budget. How did she convince them this time?

Although the financial department’s offices were located in another city, Wendy decided to visit them in their offices and try to establish closer relationships. She believed she must first of all understand their mission and their own training needs. Then she found an ally in the company’s chief financial officer, who saw how her group could help develop his staff. So the two forged a long-tern=m alliance, which led to a training program so successful that it has since been picked up by the company’s offices in Germany and Japan.

Winning allies throughout your organization has an additional benefit. These days, it’s far too risky to expect your work to speak for itself. Having allies who speak well of you increases your reputation with the top management.

Keys:Relationships, marketing manager, in conflict with, expenses, ended in vain, training administrator, visited, establish closer relationships, long-term, picked up

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Keys:CDDCA

IV. Speaking Out

MODEL 1 I’ve got to talk to Mrs. Parker.

Susan: Parker Electronics Susan speaking. How may I help you? Mrs. Jones: This is William Jones of Sea-land Limited. I’m calling from Australia.

Would you please transfer me to Helen Parker, extension513?

Susan: Please hold, Mr. Jones. I’ll see if Mrs. Parker id available to take your

call…I’m sorry, Mrs. Parker is out of the office. Can anyone else assist you?

Mrs. Jones: No. I’ve got to talk to Mrs. Parker. It’s urgent. When will she be back? Susan: I’m afraid she is out for the whole day. May I take a message?

Mrs. Jones: Tell her I must talk to her right away. Your last shipment was damaged. Susan: Oh, what a pity. Is there a particular time you want her to call you? Mrs. Jones: She can get in touch with me any time tomorrow at 613-2775-2940. Susan: Let me repeat that back: Mr. Jones of Sea-land, 613-2775-2940; call

as soon as possible regarding the damaged cargo. You can be reached all day tomorrow.

Mrs. Jones: The sooner the better. Those missing parts are holding up our

production.

Susan: I’ll give her the message, Mr. Jones. She’ll get back to you as soon as

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she can. Mrs. Jones: Thank you. Good-bye.

MODEL2 Something unexpected has come up. Script

Bob: Hello.

Susan: Hello, it’s Susan Smith from Parker Electronics.

Bob: Hi, Sue, Bob here. How is it going? What’s on your mind day?

Susan: I’m calling on behalf of my boss, Mrs. Helen Parker. She wants some of your

in expensive late-model DVD player.

Bob: We have a good selection that should be right up your alley. Do you suppose

we could arrange a meeting?

Susan: She was hoping to get together with you this week, if possible. She wants to

get going on this right away.

Bob: Let me check my schedule. Yes, I’m free as the breeze on Friday. Susan: Why not meet at about ten in the morning at your office? Bob: Sound good. Let’s confirm that. I’ll look forward to seeing her at ten on Friday. Susan: I’m sure it’ll be a rewarding meeting. Thank you. Good-bye. [Later]

Bob: Hello, Bob Smith speaking.

Susan: Hello, Bob, this is Susan. Something unexpected has come up. I’m afraid we have to cancel the meeting with you on Friday. Bob: That’s disappointing. Shall we meet some other time?

Susan: She’d like to postpone the meeting until Monday afternoon. Would that be convenient for you?

Bob: Well, I’ve got a full schedule on Monday, but I’d be free after five. Susan: Could we make it five thirty then?

Bob: Five thirty’s perfect. I’ll see Helen at five thirty on Monday. Susan: Ok. Great! Thanks. Bye.

MODEL3 It’s much more than just satisfactory. Script

Helen: You know, Susan, I’ve been looking over the review of your performance in

the past three moths.

Susan: Is everything satisfactory?

Helen: We should say it’s more than just satisfactory. According to the review given by your supervisors, you are doing excellent work during this internship. Susan: Thank you, Helen.

Helen: Well, your attendance record is perfect, and you’re very diligent. And on top

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