Dear Mr. Brandshaw,
We are writing to you as Head of Bramdean school to ask if you could help us. We are members of a new football club, but we have nowhere to play. We were wondering if it would be possible for us to use one of your school's football pitches on Sundays. Also, could we possibly use a changing room? We would be prepared to pay, if necessary. Would it be possible to arrange to meet you and discuss our request?
We look forward to hearing from you.
Yours sincerely,
T. Black
2) Write to the Principal of your University asking permission to use the video room after hours, and to borrow the "Person to Person" cassette for revision. Reassure him/her about damage etc.
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1. Read the notes on the letter:
· We thank you for your letter of …
· an enquiry
· to extend one's export field to
· to enclose with
· our latest catalogue
· we should be obliged if you would …
· to confirm smth
· perhaps you would suggest a time
· to look forward to doing smth
2. Write the letter in English:
To: | José Martinez, manager, Calle Nuevo, 123. Madrid 8 |
From: | G. Heathcliffe, Sales Manager, Aston Potteries Ltd. Burston |
Date: | 27th September, 19… |
Господа!
Мы благодарим Вас за Ваш запрос от 21 сентября. Последнее время мы рассматриваем вопрос о включении Испании в сферу нашей экспортной деятельности.
Я совершу поездку по Испании в начале следующего месяца и прибуду в Мадрид примерно 10 октября. Если это удобно для Вас, я мог бы встретиться с Вами.
Для того, чтобы Вы могли лучше ознакомиться в производимой нами продукцией, я прилагаю экземпляр нашего последнего каталога.
Я буду признателен, если Вы подтвердите Ваше согласие на встречу со мной. Пожалуйста предложите удобное для Вас Время.
С нетерпением ожидаю Вашего ответа и встречи с Вами в Мадриде.
Искренне Ваш,
Aston Potteries Lts.
G. Heathcliffe
Unit 9
Intentions and Promises
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Introduction
1) Note the following sentences:
· I'm going next week
· I was thinking of going to a jass club
· I'll be with you in a moment.
· I'll see what we can do.
· If you damage my bicycle, you'll be sorry.
2) Watch the unit and decide who expresses the following intentions:
a) … will look for a different dress;
b) … won't bring the cat;
c) … is coming back to Europe after a holiday;
d) … wanted the painting left where it was;
e) … will ask people to stop making noise;
f) … threatens to get rid of the video;
g) … wanted to go to a jazz club
Scene 1
In the Department Store
(Dress department)
Decide which of the statements are wrong:
In the | - Betty isn't happy with the dress she's wearing; |
dress | - Betty decides to buy the dress she's got on; |
shop | - the shop assistant isn't happy about the condition of the dress. |
Scene 2
On the Phone
1) Decide which statements are wrong:
- at the cinema | |
Jim and Mary meet | - at Jim's |
- at seven |
2) Learn how to make a promise:
Informal: | Don't worry. I'll see to it. |
Formal: | I can assure you we'll see to it immediately. |
Scene 3
In Stephen Brookes' Office
Decide which of the statements are wrong:
Jane | - thanks Henk for promising to help her |
- promises she'll return to work for Acme Bikes |
Scene 4
In the Reception Area
1. Decide which of the statements are wrong:
In the reception area Stephen | - promises Bill Watkins something; |
- tells Carol the painting should be put in a case; | |
- warns Frank to be careful. |
2. Complete the dialogue:
In the Reception Area
(Stephen looks at the picture)
Stephen: | (to Frank) Tell me, … that painting? |
Frank: | Oh, well. … leave it on the wall there, sir. I could put it further over, but - |
Stephen: | Well, I … |
Frank: | Oh, if that's what you want, sir. |
Stephen: | … having it in my office, actually. |
Frank: | … straight away. |
Carol: | (to Stephen) Excuse me, I think Mr. Green … in here. |
Stephen: | Oh! In that case, We'll - er - leave it where it is. (Frank does not hear this and goes to move the painting. As Carol leaves, the visitor approaches Stephen) |
Visitor: | I say! Are you in charge here? |
Stephen: | Not really. I'm the Sales Manager, actually. |
Visitor: | Well, I want to complain about my bicycle there. And I … to speak to the person responsible. |
Stephen: | I'll … Mr - er-? |
Visitor: | Watkins. Bill Watkins. |
Stephen: | Well, Mr. Watkins, I can assure you we … to take every complaint - |
Visitor: | (to Frank) Hey! If …, you're … to damage my bicycle. |
Stephen: | (to Frank) I thought I told you to leave that painting alone. |
Visitor: | I'm … ! If … sorry. |
Frank: | Aargh! |
Scene 5
In FG's Office
Decide which of the statements are wrong and why:
- hears people quarrelling through the wall; | |
FG | - is dictating a letter to Carol; |
- is furious at Carol and sends her out of the office. |
Scene 6
At the Party
Decide which of the statements are wrong and why:
At | - Christine tells Stephen to stop mending the video; |
the | - Christine asks Stephen if he's mended the video; |
party | - Stephen promises to rejoin the party immediately. |
Scene 7
In the Restaurant
Decide which of the statements are wrong and why:
· Mr. Green threatens to go home; | |
· Carol is thinking of going home; | |
· Peter wants to go home. |
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A new light industry is to be brought to the sleepy country village where you live. The residents are worried about the effect of the new factory, although of course it may bring new prosperity to the area. The chairman of the company and the Public Relations Officer meet villagers to outline the plans and answer questions.
1) You are the Public Relations Officer of the company. Write to the villagers to reassure them. Mention:
· no pollution - factory will use electricity;
· opening date;
· employ 40-50 people from the village;
· noise kept to a minimum - no night deliveries;
· no danger;
· lorries will not pass through village;
· villagers consulted regularly;
· meeting to discuss the new project;
· factory will not be an eyesore.
2) Think of suitable questions the villagers ask.
3) Get ready to act out the meeting (at the next lesson)
Cast: | 1. Chairperson; |
2. Chairperson of the company; | |
3. The Public Relations Officer; | |
4. School Principal; | |
5. Resident; | |
6. Local Council member; | |
7. Priest; | |
8. Greenpeace activist. |
Unit 10
Wishes and Regrets
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Introduction
Note the sentences:
· I hope you'll come here again;
· I wish I was going to America;
· I wish you'd told me earlier;
· I'm sorry, we came;
· I should've been more careful;
· Never mind.
Scene 1
In the Department Store
Decide what actually happens in the scene:
In the | - likes the dress Betty is holding; |
store, | - likes the dress Betty is wearing; |
Jane | - likes the dress Betty is wearing and the one she is holding. |
Scene 2
On the Phone
1) Decide what happens in the scene:
- apologises to Mary; | |
On the phone, Jim | - congratulates Mary; |
- invites Mary out to dinner. |
2) Complete the dialogue:
On the Phone
Mary: | Oh, before you go, I've got some good news. |
Jim: | Oh? |
Mary: | I've got a new job. |
Jim: | …! But … earlier. |
Mary: | Why? |
Jim: | … out to dinner, not just to the cinema. |
Mary: | Oh, … ! You can take me out to dinner another time. |
Jim: | That'd be great. Anyway, … to this evening. |
Mary: | … , e. |
Scene 3
In the Reception Area
1) Decide what happens in the scene:
In the | - Frank is injured, the bike is ruined and the picture is damaged; |
reception area | - Frank is OK but the picture and bike are damaged; |
- Frank is injured, the picture is OK but the bike is damaged. |
2) REGRET may be expressed in the following way:
· If only I'd been more careful;
· I wish I'd been more careful;
· I should've been more careful.
Scene 4
In FG's office
Decide what happens in the scene:
In | - FG is angry about the picture but not about the bicycle; |
GF's | - FG is angry about the bicycle but not about the picture; |
office | - FG doesn't seem worried about either the picture or the bicycle. |
Scene 5
At the Party
1) Decide what actually happens in the scene:
At the | - makes final arrangements for her sister's wedding; |
party, | - hears that her sister's wedding has been postponed; |
Betty | - hears that her sister's wedding has been cancelled |
2) Complete the dialogue:
At the Party
(Betty has just finished her telephone call.
She looks upset. Christine notices her)
Christine: | … , Betty? |
Betty: | It's my sister. |
Christine: | What's happened? |
Betty: | She's had an accident. |
Christine: | … |
Betty: | No. But she can't have the wedding this week. |
Christine: | Oh … . You … . Look, come and have a drink. |
(In another part of the room Henk is talking to a guest)
Charlotte: | You're Dutch, aren't you? |
Henk: | That's right. |
Charlotte: | Your English is fantastically good. |
Henk: | Oh! Thank you. |
Charlotte: | … Dutch. … I only speak English. (as Stephen approaches) Stephen! |
Stephen: | Everything's all right, I hope. |
Charlotte: | Yes, thanks. We're having a wonderful time. |
Henk: | Yes, Stephen. … a very good party. |
Stephen: | Thanks! (raising his glass) Cheers! |
Scene 6
In the Restaurant
Decide what happens in the scene:
In the | - Peter hears some unexpected information about FG; |
restaurant | - Peter and Carol complain about the meal; |
- FG and Mrs. Green go home together. |
Scene 7
In FG's office
Learn to react to news:
Congratulating someone | - I've just passed my exams. Congratulations! |
Expressing Sympathy | - I won't be able to go on holiday after all! What a shame! |
Expressing Pleasure | - We've just won & 1.000. That's marvellous! |
Reassuring Someone | - I've lost my old handbag! Never mind. It was worn out anyway. |
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I. Read the letter:
Dear Martin,
I was sorry to receive your letter of resignation. You have certainly been an asset to the Sales Department during your two years with us, and we shall be sorry to see you go. Nevertheless, I'd like to congratulate you on your new job and wish you every success for the future.
Yours sincerely,
Martin Jones
II. An employee in your department is leaving to get married. She has been working for you for five years and has been a good worker. You receive this letter from her:
Dear … ,
With great regret I would like to offer my resignation from my position as Chief Clerk with effect from Sept. 30th as I shall be getting married on Oct. 7th. I should like to say how much I have enjoyed working here.
Yours sincerely,
Teresa Sands
Write a letter accepting her resignation, thanking her, etc.
N. B. for marriage, the English wish "every happiness", and for careers "every success".
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