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Pre-listening Exercises
There are many types of phone services today to choose from, including cellular,
satellite, and even voice over IP phone services, and to make such calls, many
phone cards are available. However, no matter what service you use, learning
how to leave and understand phone messages is important. What questions or
requests might you hear in a telephone message (e.g., “Please call me tomor-
row.”)

HELPFUL TIP: Having an answering machine with a clear message can help
your caller know exactly what information they should record (e.g., their name,
the time they called, and a short message).

Listening Exercises
Listen to the phone message and answer the questions.

1. What will take place at Bill’s house tomorrow?

A. a party
B. a game
C. a dance

2. Why does Hank have to work late?

A. He has to attend a meeting.

B. He has to write a report.
C. He has to close the office.

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3. Why is Hank going to visit Lisa after work?

A. because she is sick in bed

B. because he has to return something
C. because he is going to take her to Bill’s house

4. Where is Hank going to get the snacks to take to Bill’s house?

A. from his house

B. from the store
C. from his work

5. What time will Hank most likely arrive at Bill’s house?

A. 7:00 PM
B. 8:00 PM
C. 9:00 PM

Post-listening Exercises
Practice leaving a message for a friend for these situations. Use the additional
words to add information to the message:

- You’re sick, and you can’t go to school today. (homework)

- You want your friend to pick you up after school. (5:30 P.M.)
- You have to study for a test and play tennis today. (reschedule)

In what ways has the Internet and technology helped us stay in contact with
other people, particularly through the use of mobile phones an online phone
answering services. Review two phone companies that offer products or servi-
ces such as voice mail and call forwarding designed help people communicate
better with each other. Then, determine the benefits of such products in terms
of cost, effectiveness, and convenience.

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Key Vocabulary
wrap up (phrasal verb): to finish
- We need to wrap up this project by the end of the day.

drop by (phrasal verb): to visit

- Please drop by my place on your way home from work.

swing by (phrasal verb): drop by, stop by

- I need to swing by the store and pick up some food for dinner.

Quiz Script
[Phone ringing . . .]

Bill: Hey, this is Bill. I’m sorry I’m not in. Just leave a message.

[Beep]

Hank: Hey Bill. This is Hank. I’m just calling to let you know that I’ll be a little
late to the game tomorrow night. I have to work a few extra hours to finish a
report. I should wrap things up sometime between seven and eight though.
Oh, then I’m planning on dropping by Lisa’s house for about an hour since she’s
been sick recently. And, uh, one more thing. I’ll swing by my house to pick up
some food for the game. See you then.

Correct Answers
1. (B) a game
2. (B) He has to write a report.
3. (A) because she is sick in bed
4. (A) from his house
5. (C) 9:00 PM

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