Unit Twenty Part One StatementsComplete each of the statements with what you hear and choose A or B that explains theword or phrase in bold.l. He and his family have settled permanently in the United States. ( B )2. Ive been invited to her wedding but I havent got anything appropriate to wear. ( A )3. She was asked about a pay increase for the factory workers but made no comment. ( B )4. The school is experimenting with new teaching methods. ( A )5. Available extracurricular activities include pottery, chess, choir, badminton and a series of Visits to historic houses. ( B )6. John missed the party because he was singing in the choir. ( B )7. Can you drop what youre doing and help me with this report. ( A )8. Trains may be subject to delay on the northern line-we apologize for any inconveniencecaused. ( B )9. The middle three carriages of the train are for first-class passengers only. ( A )10. In some stories, genies are found inside a lamp or a bottle, from which they are releasedwhen someone rubs the lamp or the bottle. ( A )Two Dialogues Part Two Dialogues Dialogue OneAn InterviewMI: Are you the manager, sir?M2: Thats right.MI: I came in answer to your advertisement for an assistant sales manager.M2: You look a little young for the position. What experience have you had?MI: Im afraid I havent had any experience in just this sort of work. Im studying businessadministration in college, and I thought I might get a summer job that would tie in withmy studies.M2: Then you wouldnt plan to stay here permanently? MI: No, just until the first of September.M2: Have you had any selling experience at all?MI: I worked in a department store in a small town last Christmas vacation.M2: Im afraid that wouldnt qualify you. I had in mind an older man, with a thorough know-ledge of salesmanship methods and ability in handling personnel, and one who wouldstay with us permanently. But I like your appearance, young man, and if youll come hereagain when youve finished college, I think I might find some place for you on my staff.Good day.MI: Good day, and thank you, sir. I. Listen to the dialogue and choose the best answer to each of the questions you hear.1. Whats the relationship between the two men in the dialogue? ( A )2. Why does the young man say that he can only work till the first of September? ( D )3. Why did the young man fail to get the job? ( D )4. Which of the following is NOT required for an assistant sales manager? ( B )5. Which of the following words can be used to describe the managers attitude toward theyoung man? ( B ) II. Listen to the dialogue again and write T for True or F for False for each statement you hear.1. The young man is majoring in business administration. ( T )2. The young man will not work until the first of September. ( F )3. The young man will work in a department store in a small town during next Christmas vacation. (F)4. The manager prefers a mature candidate for the vacancy. ( T )5. The young man will possibly get a position in that corporation after graduation. ( T ) Dialogue TwoAmerican Food CustomsGirl: Peter, Ive been invited to a dinner party tonight. As you know Im new here and dontknow much about American customs. What time should I arrive for that?Boy: Didnt they tell you when the party starts?Girl: Yes, they did. They said, seven.Boy: Then get there at seven fifteen. Just make sure youre not earlier than the time set.Girl: Why so?Boy: Thats just the custom here. Maybe the host and hostess are still busy running aroundfinishing last minute chores. Girl: What if something unexpected turns up and I cant get there in time? Boy: You must call and say you will be late. And if you do arrive late, apologize as soon as youarrive and then do not worry about it. Girl: What should I bring? I mean whats an appropriate gift? I certainly cant go there empty-handed. Boy: Its unnecessary, but, for the first time, you could bring a small gift. You know, this is justa “token“ gift. You dont want to show how rich you are, do you? Girl: No. What should I say at the table? Boy: The conversation at the table is rather general. Dont bring up any serious topic. But youshould remember to comment about how good the food is. Otherwise the host will thinkyou dont like it. Girl: Shall I leave immediately after dinner? Boy: No. Dont eat and run. After dinner, people like to sit around and talk for about half an hour or so . Girl: Thank you for your advice. I. Listen to the dialogue and choose the best answer to each of the questions you hear.1. When does the dinner party start? ( B )2. What is the suitable time for the girl to arrive at the party? ( A )3. What could you bring as an appropriate gift when you are invited to a dinner party? ( D )4. What should be kept in mind to say at the table? ( B )5. What would people usually do after dinner? ( C ) II. Listen to the dialogue again and write T for True or F for False for each statement you hear. 1. Its the custom there that t