Nói 4 - EN31 (75)
Which of the following is used to interrupt?
A. Excuse me, but could I just say…
B. Stop that. It’s ridiculous
C. Wait. I don’t accept that.
D. I want to do something.
Choose the best answer for the following situation:
You want to introduce yourself on the phone.
A. I’d like to speak to Anna.
B. My name’s Marta Anna.
C. I am calling about our appointment.
D. Could I have the sales department please?
The word “had” in “How much had the thieves taken away?” is pronounced ……………….. .
A. with a weak form
B. loudly
C. clearly
D. with a strong form
Choose the best answer for the following situation:
What do you say if you want to state a new suitcase’s uses?
A. It’s quite light. It weighs just 1.8 kilos.
B. It costs under $50.
C. It’s ideal for traveling.
D. It’s designed by one of four famous designers.
Choose the best response for the following situation:
Hello Julie. Nice to see you again.
A. Thanks. I’ll give you mine.
B. Really? That’s great. Congratulations!
C. Hi Tom. How are you?
D. I work for Softel. We’re in telecommunications.
Which “had” in the following sentence has a weak form?
A. The staff had finished the task before the deadline.
B. Peter had a big collection of stamps.
C. They had a big house when they were only 30 years old.
D. We had a wonderful sunbathe during a seaside holiday.
Choose the best answer for the following situation:
You want some more details of the new model, you say:
A. I want something in details.
B. Could you give me a few details?
C. Why do you give me details?
D. Let’s get some details.
Choose the best answer for the following situation:
You want to refer to the audience’s knowledge.
A. Let’s start with the background.
B. As you can see from the chart, we’ve expanded very fast.
C. As you know, we’re one of the top five leading companies in telecommunication.
D. Hello everyone. Welcome to my presentation today.
Choose the best answer for the following situation:
How do you reply to the question ‘Would you mind sharing an office with other people?’
A. That’s fine, as long as it’s non-smoking area.
B. Alright, I’ll do it for you.
C. Certainly, I’m free to start as soon as you like.
D. Yes, I’ll call you as soon as I hear anything.
Which of the following is not used to start a meeting?
A. Right, can we start, please?
B. Before I start, hold on a minute.
C. Shall we start now?
D. OK, let’s get down to business.
Identify the intonation pattern which is marked in the bold printed parts in the following utterances:
- What a luxury car (1)! Is that yours (2)?
- No, I’m afraid it isn’t mine (3).
- So whose car is this (4)?
- My parents lend it to me sometimes but it is theirs (5).
- Is it ve(6)ry expensive?
- Yes, it is. Drive care(7)fully!
A. (1)high falling / (2)high rising / (3)low falling / (4)high falling / (5)high falling / (6)low rising / (7) high rising
B. (1)low falling / (2)low rising / (3)low falling / (4)high falling / (5)high rising / (6)high rising / (7) high falling
C. (1)low falling / (2)high rising / (3)high falling / (4)high falling / (5)high falling / (6)high rising / (7) high rising
D. (1)high falling / (2)low rising / (3)high falling / (4)high falling / (5)high falling / (6)high rising / (7) high falling
Choose the best answer for the following situation:
When you introduce two people, you say:
A. How do you do?
B. How are you?
C. This is Lisa speaking.
D. Linda, this is Lisa from Marketing Department.
Choose the best answer for the following situation:
“ I’m ringing to complain about the DVD player which I bought from you a few weeks ago”
A. I’m sorry but could you replace the product?
B. It’s not our policy to care about customers’ complaints.
C. What’s the problem exactly?
D. I’m afraid it’s not quite right.
Which sentence do you use to play for time?
A. I’m afraid that if you can’t cover insurance, we can’t accept your offer?
B. When you said we’d get a 10% discount, did you mean on an order of 100, or more?
C. It all seems fine to me, but I’d like to get back to you about this a bit later. I need to consult my colleague.
D. Of course, if you were willing to increase your order, we’d be prepared to offer you a better price.
Choose the best answer for the following situation:
What do you say if you want to outline your presentation?
A. First, I’ll give you some basic information. Then, I’ll talk about our current activities. And last of all, you’ll know about our future plans.
B. Second, I’ll talk about our current activities. And finally, you’ll know about our future plans.
C. First, I’ll give you some basic information. Second, I’ll talk about our current activities.
D. First, I’ll give you some basic information. And last of all, you’ll know about our future plans.
Choose the best answer for the following situation:
Your Marketing Manager introduced a new marketing plan. You want to give your opinion.
A. I think the new marketing plan is unsuccessful.
B. Do you mean the old plan is inefficient?
C. Sorry, I have no idea.
D. Why do you change the marketing plan?
Choose the best answer for the following situation:
You agree with the recruitment of the local labor force, you say:
A. Excellent idea!
B. It depends.
C. Is it working?
D. How can you implement it?
Which is not used to make offers and concessions?
A. If necessary…
B. I’d like to think about it
C. If you order now, we’ll give you a discount.
D. We’d be prepared to offer you a better price if you increased your order.
Choose the best answer for the following situation:
It’s not necessary to pay all after each purchase in your store. How do you say to a customer?
A. You don’t need to pay all when you buy in our store.
B. You shouldn’t pay all when you buy in our store.
C. You should pay a little when buying in our store.
D. You mustn’t pay all after buying in our store.
Choose the best answer for the following situation:
A participant interrups you when you are speaking. You agree to let him speak out his opinion, you say:
A. I disagree.
B. What?
C. I can’t stop. I am sorry.
D. Certainly