Short Conversations Analysis (Part 3) Questions and Answers Flashcards
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You hear two colleagues talking. Woman: 'Have you finished the report for tomorrow's meeting?' Man: 'Not yet. I still need to check the final figures.' What is the man's current situation?
Answer: He has not completed the report yet
'Not yet' clearly indicates the report is unfinished. He still needs to check the final figures before it can be completed.
A manager and employee are speaking. Manager: 'I'd like you to lead the project kickoff meeting on Thursday.' Employee: 'I'd be glad to. Should I prepare a presentation?' What does the employee agree to do?
Answer: Lead the project kickoff meeting
The employee says 'I'd be glad to,' which accepts the manager's request to lead the kickoff meeting. The question about a presentation is an additional offer.
Two colleagues talk: Man: 'Is the new printer set up in the supply room?' Woman: 'Yes, but it's been jamming frequently. IT is coming to look at it this afternoon.' What problem does the printer have?
Answer: It jams frequently
The woman explicitly states the printer 'has been jamming frequently,' which identifies the current technical problem.
Listen to this exchange at a reception desk. Visitor: 'I have a three o'clock appointment with Mr. Tanaka.' Receptionist: 'Certainly. Could you please sign the visitor log and take a seat? I'll let him know you've arrived.' What is the visitor asked to do first?
Answer: Sign the visitor log
The receptionist asks the visitor to 'sign the visitor log and take a seat.' Signing is listed first, making it the first action requested.
Two employees discuss: Woman: 'Have you heard? The company is opening a new branch in Toronto.' Man: 'Yes, I heard they're looking for volunteers to transfer there.' What opportunity does the man mention?
Answer: Employees can volunteer to transfer to Toronto
The man says they are 'looking for volunteers to transfer there,' meaning employees can choose to move to Toronto voluntarily.
A phone conversation: Caller: 'Hello, I'm calling to confirm my reservation for Friday evening.' Receptionist: 'Of course. May I have your last name, please?' What does the receptionist need from the caller?
Answer: The caller's last name
The receptionist explicitly asks 'May I have your last name, please?' to locate the reservation — the last name is what is needed.