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"Before I took Will B. Happy's course, my work was always late because I
………….(follow) a schedule. I also had big piles on my desk because I
…………..(decide) what was important. Now I ……………….(manage) my time effectively. Next month, when my workload gets heavy, I
……………..(organize) it and do the important things first."
-Scott Mathis, student
"I didn't use to …………….. (speak) in front of groups. Now I can!"
-Mary Zhang, sales manager
22.Read this student's journal. Find and correct seven mistakes in the use of modals.
Today in my Will. B. Happy Teamwork course, I learned about work styles – "Drivers" and "Enthusiasts." I'm a Driver, so I can make decisions, but I'm not able listen to other people's ideas. The Enthusiast in our group can communicates well, but you can't depend on her. Now I understand what was happening in my business class last year, when I couldn't felt comfortable with my team. I thought that they all talked too much and didn't able to work efficiently. I could get an A for the course, but it was hard. I can do a lot more alone, but some jobs are too big for that. Our instructor says that soon Drivers will able to listen, and the Enthusiasts could be more dependable.
23.Work in a small group. Imagine you are planning a class presentation. Look at the list of skills and tell each other what you can and can't do. Add to the list. Then assign tasks to the group members.
do library research do research online type on a computer
make charts and graphs photocopy handouts take photographs interview people make the presentation Example:
A: Can you do library research?
B: Yes, but I can't do research online yet.
24.What do you know about the TOEFL® test? What's opinion about this test? Read this excerpt from a booklet about the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL®).
Some Frequently Asked Questions About The TOEFL® Test Q: Can I take the TOEFL test more than once?
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A: Yes. You can take the TOEFL test as many times as you want, but you may only take it one time per calendar month.
Q: May I register for the test on the same day as the test? A: No, you may not. You must register before the test. Q: I'm a doctor. Could I wear my beeper during the test?
A: Sorry, but no cell phones, beepers, pagers, or watch alarms are permitted. Q: My students are going to take the test for the first time. They don't want schools to see bad test scores. Can they cancel their scores after the test?
A: Immediately following the test, they may choose to see their scores on the screen or they may cancel them. Once they see their scores, they cannot cancel them. However, they may always choose not to send them to any schools.
25.Mr. Hamad is supervising a test. Complete each conversation with the word in parentheses and the correct pronouns.
1.(can)
Mr. Hamad: It's 9:00. You………...come into the room now. Please show me your registration forms as you come in.
Sofia: My brother isn't taking the test. ……………. come in with me?
Mr. Hamad: No, I'm sorry, ……………… (negative). Only people with tickets are permitted in the exam room.
2.(may)
Mr. Hamad: I'm going to hand out the tests now. Write your name on the front in pencil, but don't start the test yet. Remember, ……………. (negative) start the test until I tell you to.
Ahmed: I'm sorry I'm late. ………………… come in?
Mr. Hamad: Yes, …………….. We haven't started the test yet.
3.(could)
Rosa: ……………. use a pen to write my name? Mr. Hamad: No, you have to use a pencil.
Rosa: Jamie, ……………. borrow this pencil, please? I only brought a pen. Jamie: Sure, take it. I brought a few.
4.(can)
Mr. Hamad: OK. We're ready to start. Open your test booklets and read the instructions.
Jean: Excuse me. We're late because our train broke down. …………..still come in?
Mr. Hamad: I'm sorry, ……………. (negative). We've already started the test.
26.Read the directions to this section of a test similar to part of the TOEFL®. Then complete the test questions.
Directions: These conversations take place on a train. Each conversation has four underlined words or phrases. They are marked (A), (B), (C), and (D). Find
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Sure we can. Let's go find the club car.
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27.Work in small groups. Read the following situations and decide what to say. Think of as many things to say as possible.
1.You're visiting some good friends. The weather is very cold, but they don't seem mind. Their windows are open, and the heat is off. You're freezing. Examples:
Do you mind if I close the windows? May I borrow that sweater?
Can I turn on the heat? Could I make some hot tea?
2.Your teacher is explaining something to the group, and you're getting completely confused. The teacher is very friendly, and he has office hours several times a week. He also spends a lot of time talking to students after class.
3.You have a small apartment. Two friends are coming to visit your town for a week, and they want to stay with you. What can you say to your roommate?
4.You're at a concert with some friends. You like the performer very much. You have your tape recorder and your camera with you. Sometimes this performer
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talks to fans and signs programs after the concert.
5. You have formed a TOEFL® study group with some groupmates. You want to use a classroom on Thursday evenings to study. You would like to use your school’s large cassette player for listening practice. Some of your groupmates come directly from work. They would like permission to eat a sandwich in the classroom. Write a note to your teacher and ask for permission.
28. Read the following situations. Take turns being Student A and student B.
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A:May I copy your notes from class yesterday?
B:Sure. Here they are.
A:And could you tell me the assignment?
B:It’s pages 20 through 25 in the textbook.
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friend want to travel to another city to |
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see a concert. You want to borrow |
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your family's car. Your friend has a |
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4. B has invited you to a small party. At the last minute, your two cousins show up. They have nothing to do the night of the party.
4. Your party is at a restaurant, and you have already arranged for a certain number of people to attend. Besides, this is supposed to be a small party for a few of your close friends.
29. Read Marcia Jones's e-mail messages.
From: John Sanchez@dataline.com
To: Marciajones@dataline.com Marcia:
I'll be out of town until Thursday. Would you please photocopy the monthly sales report for me? Thanks a lot!
John
From: MarciaJones@dataline.com
To: AnnChen@dataline.com
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Hi, Ann –
I'm sending you a copy of our sales report. Could you make 25 copies? And would you mind delivering them to me when you're finished? It's a rush! Thanks.
Marcia
From: RheaJones@island.net
To: MarciaJones@dataline.com Marcia, dear –
Can you drive me to the Burtons after work today? They've invited me for dinner. Oh, and will you pick up something special at the bakery before you come? I told them I'd bring dessert.
Thanks, honey. – Mom
From: MarciaJones@dataline.com To: RheaJones@island.net Mom,
I'm sorry, but tonight I can't. I have to work late. Should I ask your favorite son- in-law if he can drive you? Let me know.
M.
30. Marcia has a new co-worker. Read their conversations. Underline all the polite requests.
1.Marcia: Hi. You must be the new secretary. I'm Marcia Jones. Let me know if you need anything.
Lorna: Thanks, Marcia. Could you show me the coat closet? Marcia: Certainly. It’s right over here.
2.Lorna: Marcia, would you explain these instructions for the fax machine? I don't understand them.
Marcia: Sure. Just put your letter in here and dial the number.
3.Marcia: I'm leaving for lunch. Would you like to come?
Lorna: Thanks, but I can't right now. I'm really busy. Marcia: Do you want a sandwich from the coffee shop?
Lorna: That would be great. Can you get me a tuna sandwich and a soda? Marcia: Sure. Will you answer my phone until I get back?
Lorna: Certainly.
4. Marcia: Lorna, would you mind making a pot of coffee? Some clients are coming in a few minutes, and I make terrible coffee.
Lorna: I'm sorry, but I can't do it now. I've got to finish this letter before 2:00. Marcia: That's OK. Thanks anyway.
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