12-1 Lesson 2-44-2
This is Honda Manufacturing P
Could I speak to the assistant manager? P
He is busy helping other clients now. Do you want me to take a message? P
I just wanted to know more about the cars. P
Perfect timing. We just began our annual event two days ago. P
Wonderful! I just bought a house last week so I need something that's reasonable. P
Do you want him to call you back? P
It's all right. I'll call again another time. P
12-2 Lesson 2-44-3
Longo Toyota. How may I help you? P
Yes. Can I talk to the person in charge of sales? P
He is not available at this moment. How can I help you? P
I have a quick question about the car that I want to purchase. P
You called at a good time. We are having a grand opening sale with a 1% APR. P
Great! I promised him that I would come see him for a new car. P
Would you prefer to leave your name and number so that he can call you back? P
That's okay. I'll call back later. P
12-4 Lesson 2-45-2
This is Samuel. Leave a message and I'll contact you immediately. P
Hey it's me, Mandy. I caught the flu and can't make it to dinner tonight. P
I thought I should let you know in case you were wondering. P
I'm sorry about this. I'll make it up to you as soon as I get better. Bye. P
12-6 Lesson 3-1-1
Sandy speaking. P
It's me, dear. P
How are you? P
I'm sorry but I don't think I can take James to soccer practice today. P
It's all right. I'll take him. P
Really? Thanks a lot. I'll make it up to you later. P
Okay. I guess I'll have to get out of work early to pick him up. P
Thanks. P
See you later. P
Bye. P
12-7 Lesson 3-1-2
May I help you? P
It's me, Harold. P
What's up? P
You know that I was supposed to take Paul to basketball practice today. P
Well I don't think I can do it. P
I have a very important dinner with my co-worker today. I'm very sorry. P
Don't worry. I think I can do it. P
Thank you honey. The practice starts at four. P
It's no big deal. I'll just finish cleaning the car and then I'll go get him. P
Thank you. P
You're welcome. Bye. P
See you. P
12-8 Lesson 3-1-3
Hello? P
Hello. It's me. P
Hey. What's going on? P
I have an urgent meeting today so I can't take John to the tennis competition. P
Do you want me to pick him up instead? P
Will you? Thank you so much. P
No problem. Make sure to come home for dinner. P
Terrific! P
Okay. I'll see you tonight. P
Okay. P
12-9 Lesson 3-2-1
This is Mr. Parker speaking. P
Hello. I'm Ellen from the Ivy Book Club. P
Oh, yes. P
I heard from a friend that you were very interested in becoming a member of our association, P
but, in order for you to become a member, I would have to go over the rules and procedures of our club. P
When do you think we can meet? P
How about we meet at the public library on Sunday at twelve? P
That's fine with me. I'll see you then. P
12-10 Lesson 3-2-2
This is Mr. Thompson. P
I am a student from the Readers organization. P
Hi. P
I found out that you had some questions about our book club. Before you come join, I will need to explain the rules and procedures of the club. When can you meet me? P
How about we meet up at the Pub restaurant. Is Thursday at five okay? P
It's perfect. P
12-11 Lesson 3-2-3
Good Morning? P
Hi. I'm calling to give you some information. P
Okay. P
I heard that you wanted to join our club. If you do plan on joining I would need to go over the procedures with you. When do you think would be a good time to meet? P
How about Monday at three in the school conference room? P
That'll be great. P
12-12 Lesson 3-3-1
Hello? May I speak to Natalia please? P
This is her mother. Who am I speaking to? P
I'm Frank. I'm her school friend. P
I heard so much about you. How are you? P
I'm doing great. And how are you Mrs. Lewis? P
I'm doing great. You wanted to speak to Natalia? P
Yes. Is now not a good time? P
She's out walking her dog. Is this important? P
Yes. P
She's going to be home soon. You want to leave a message? P
Can you make sure she calls me back? P
Okay. P
Okay then. Bye. P
Goodbye. P
12-13 Lesson 3-3-2
May I speak to Sarah? P
And who is this? P
This is Jason. We are planning to do a project today. P
So you must be her close friend. How is everything? P
I'm doing fine. How are you? P
I'm okay. Do you want to talk to her? P
Yes. Is she home? P
She went out to do some grocery shopping. Is this an emergency? P
Sort of. P
I think she will be back in fifteen minutes. Do you want me to tell her to call you back? P
Could you let her know I called? P
Sure. P
Thank you so much. It was nice talking to you. P
Talk to you later. P
12-14 Lesson 3-3-3
I'm looking for Nancy. Is she available? P
Yes she is. May I ask whose calling? P
Hi. My name is Jake. I'm her classmate. P
Hi, darling. How have you been? P
I'm doing well, and you? P
I'm fine. Did you want to speak to her? P
Yes, please. P
She's gone at the moment. Is it urgent? P
Not really. P
She will be back in about ten minutes. Do you want her to call you back later? P
Could you just make sure she calls me back? P
Sure. P
Thanks. P
Take care. P
12-15 Lesson 3-4-1
Shawna's Florist. What can I do for you? P
I'm going to a graduation today and I need some flowers. P
I would recommend sunflowers. They go great with everything. P
How many would be enough? P
A bouquet of twelve. P
How much is that? P
Forty dollars. P
Okay. I'll see you later. P
Is there anything else I can assist you with? P
No, but thanks for your help. Bye. P
12-16 Lesson 3-4-2
Connie's Flower House. P
Hello. I'm having an important dinner meeting today so I need an impressive bouquet. P
Well, we just got a new stock of flowers in this morning. The colors are very bright yet very sophisticated looking. P
How many do I need to buy? P
I'm guessing about a dozen. P
What's the cost of the dozen? P
It's about twenty dollars. P
All right. I'll drop by your store in the afternoon. P
Do you need anything else? P
No, thanks. See you. P
12-17 Lesson 3-4-3
Thank you for calling Sonny's Flower. How may I help you? P
Hi. I'm having a engagement ceremony today and I was wondering what kind of flowers would be good. P
You've called the right place. Since its summer I would recommend sunflowers and some daisies. They brighten up the room. P
One dozen of them will be great. P
Sure. P
Can you tell me the estimated price? P
It will come to a total of thirty dollars. P
Ok. I will come before your closing hour. P
Any further questions? P
No. I will call you before I get there. P
12-18 Lesson 3-5-1
John, how far is Chicago from here? P
Hmm, let me think... Well, that depends, because there's more than one way to get there. P
You can go by plane, train, or car. The fastest way is by plane, of course. P
Taking a plane will get you there in about six to seven hours. P
How different would taking a train be from taking a plane? P
Well, I can't be sure, but I know for a fact that it will take a lot longer than if you traveled by plane. P
How long? P
Let me see. I think it will take about two days. P
Two days! That's too long of a trip. I think I'll just take the plane. P
Good choice! I don't think I could stand sitting in a train for two days either. P
Have fun on your trip! P
12-19 Lesson 3-5-2
Jack, can you tell me how long it takes to get to Salt Lake City from here? P
Let's see. I think that depends on how you want to travel. P
There are three ways to get there. You can travel by car, train, or plane. P
The quickest travel is by air though. I think it will take five to six hours. P
Is there a significant difference between taking a train and taking a plane? P
The plane will be much faster the train would take a pretty long time. P
But, if you have the time, and want to see some of the countryside, P
I guess the train ride might not be such a bad idea. P
How many hours would it take? P
Well, I can't be sure, but I heard AMTRAK normally gets you there in three days. P
Hey! That's way too long and I can't afford to take the plane! P
I guess my trip to Salt Lake City will have to be postponed to next year. P
Well...it's up to you. Don't worry. Salt Lake City will still be there next year. P
Save up some money, and maybe I'll accompany you next year! P
12-20 Lesson 3-5-3
Hello, Michael! Do you know how long it will take me to get to New York? P
I'm not sure, but I know that it takes about 3 hours by plane from our city, depending on weather conditions. P
You know, there are other ways to get there though. P
Some people like to travel long distances by train or car. P
If I choose to take the train, will there be a big difference? P
The train might take a bit longer, but it will be much nicer trip. P
I think you will really enjoy traveling through all those wonderful cities before getting to your destination. P
Well.. how long will it take? P
Not sure. I think you should call and ask, but a friend of mine once told me that it only took him a day. P
Wow! Only one day? I think I'll take the train. P
I think that's a great choice! You'll have so much fun. Have a nice trip! P