Audio Samples and Questions - Making Arrangements

Audio Samples and Questions

A: Grist Clothing.

B: This is Pat Jones from Hope Industries. May I speak to George Grist, please?

A: Oh, Ms. Jones! This is George Grist speaking. How are you?

B: I'm fine, thanks. The reason why I called is to ask if I can come and show you our new swimwear catalogue.

A: I'd like that. Say, I'm free after lunch. So, how about this afternoon, say 1:00?

B: I'm afraid I can't, Mr. Grist. I'll be in a meeting all afternoon. I wish I could get out of it but . . .

A: I understand. Is Thursday at 3:00 okay? Are you free then?

B: Hmmm ... I think I am, but let me check. Uh, yes, 3:00 is fine.

A: Great. I'll see you then, Ms Jones.

B: Thank you, Mr. Grist. Bye.

1. When does the conversation take place?
A In the morning
B At 1:00 pm
C At 3:00 pm
D In the evening

2. The man uses the expression "say 1:00" What does this mean?
A It's 1:00, isn't it?
B You told me 1:00.
C It was around 1:00
D How does 1:00 sound?

3. What does the woman want to get out of?
A A show
B A meeting
C A swimsuit
D A catalogue

4. What does the woman probably look at when she agrees to the meeting time?
A A ticket
B A schedule or diary
C A checkbook
D A stopwatch

5. On what day will the man and woman meet?
A Tuesday
B Wednesday
C Thursday
D Friday

1. = "A";
2. = "D";
3. = "B";
4. = "B";
5. = "C";