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Speaking Card TA4
Speaking Card TA4
A: Good morning. My name is Marry. I’m a manager of Viettravel company. It’s nice
to meet you.
B: Good morning, Mrs Marry. It’s honor to meet you.
A: How are you doing?
B: I’m great/ good. Thank you. I’m very glad for this opportunity
A: Ok. Good. We will start the interview now. Are you ready?
B: Certainly
A; Could you tell me a little bit about yourself?
B: My name is John Waterman and I’m 23 years old
A: What job position did you apply for? What position are you applying for?
B: I’d like to work a tour guide
A: Can you tell me about your educational background?
B: I have got a college degree in tourism
A: How about the experience?
B: I used to be a volunteer tour guide for kids while in college. I also have good
knowledge of attractions and experience.
A: Can you tell me about your special skill?
B: I have good communication skills, presentation skills and problem-solving skills.
This skill has helped me tremendously in this field of work
A: What personalities do you have?
B: I’m a very outgoing and enthusiastic person. Moreover, I’m anal-retentive about
punctuality
A: Alright. What language do you speak?
B: I can speak English and Japanese.
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A: That’s good. Well, that’s all I want to know. Thank you for the interview. We will
call you in a few days with our decision. Goodbye
B: Thank you for having me today. I hope to have an opportunity to work with you in
the future.
Student A: You are a traveler at the airport. You have a flight to Toronto but you
don’t know how to find the departure gate to board the plane. Ask the airport officer
for the directions to get there.
Student B: You are an officer at the airport. Give the passenger the direction from
the entrance to the departure gate.
A: Excuse me, could you tell me the way to the departure gate?
B: Yes, from the entrance, go straight and go past the waiting lounge A, you’ll see the
security control area on the left. After you do the security screening, go through the
security door, go past the departure lounge B and go straight to the departure gate.
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A: Good morning!
B: Good morning! I want to check-in on your flight
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A: What is your name?
B: My name is Jony
A: Where are you flying?
B: London
A: What is your flight number?/ Could you tell me your flight number?
B: It’s VN 730
A: okay. Can I have your ticket and passport?/ Could you show me your ticket and
passport?
B: Here you are
A: Thank you. Would you like a window or an aisle seat?
B: Window seat, please
A: Okay. Your seat number is 18A. How many suitcases will you be checking in?
B: 2 suitcases
A: What about hand luggage?
B: Just this ọne. Where is my departure gate?
A: Your departure gate is 21
B: What time will be boarding?
A: We begin boarding at 12:15 pm. This is your boarding card. You can go straight
through to the departure lounge. Enjoy your flight!
B: Thank you. Goodbye
A: Good bye.
Sample conversation:
A: Airport officer B: Passengers
A: Good morning. Welcome to the Bamboo Airways. How can I help you?
B: Good morning. I want to check in on the flight.
A: Certainly, sir. Can I ask you some questions about yourself?
B: Ok.
A: What’s your name?
B: My name is Mai
A: And, what’s your surname?
B: My surname is Hong.
A: Alright. That’s correct. So, where are you going to, Mr.s Mai?
B: I’m going to Paris.
A: Paris, right. What’s your flight number?
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B: My flight number is VN 520
A: Is anybody else traveling with you?
B: No, it’s just me.
A: Ok. Can I see your ticket and passport, please?
B: Sure, here is mine.
A: Ok, I see. Would you like a window seat or an aisle seat?
B: A window seat, please.
A: Ok. Your seat number is 20A. How many bags are you checking in, today?
B: 2 checked luggage and 1 hand luggage.
A: Put your luggage on the scale, please.
B: Sure
A: Ok, everything appears to be in order.
B: How about the departure gate?
A: The departure gate is 25
B: Alright. What is boarding time?
A: The boarding time is at 11:30 a.m eleven
B: Ok
A: Ok. Just one moment. Here is your boarding pass and passport. Your flight
departs from gate 25 and your seat is 20A. Kindly pass through the security check
over there. Enjoy your flight.
B: Thank you very much. Have a nice day.
A: No problem.
UNIT 4:PROBLEMS AT THE AIRPORT
Student A: You are a traveler going on flight VN765 to New York. Ask the gate attendant
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to find out:
- Why the flight is delayed
- How to know the time to board
Student B: You work for Vietnam Airline. Answer the passenger’s questions about a flight
delay
A: Excuse me, when does the flight VN 765 leave? It’s going to New York
B: I’m very sorry. it has been delayed until further notice.
A: Flight VN 765 has been delayed? I don’t believe it.
B: That’s correct ma’am. /I made an announcement 20 minutes ago.
A: Oh gosh. Why has it been delayed?
B: There are several mechanical problems with the airplane.
A: Oh my. What kind of mechanical problems?
B: The landing gear is slightly damaged. Also, there’s some minor engine trouble
A: How long will it be delayed?
B: A few hours. In the meantime, you can wait in the airport terminal.
A: OK. How can I know it’s time to board.
B: You can check the flight board, or we’ll make an announcement. /əˈnaʊnsmənt/
A: I got it. Thank you.
Situation 1:
Situation 2:
2. Fitness centre
B: Good morning! Thank you for calling the Pacific Hotel. My name is…How can I
help you?
A: Good morning! My name is Jason Cole. I made a reservation at your hotel
yesterday and I want to change it. How do I change it?
B: Okay. I got it. I will check on the system now. Do you have the reservation
number?
A: Yes. It’s TW856YG
B: One moment, please! Your reservation is for 1 single room for 3 nights, arriving on
Monday, April 21st. Is that correct?
A: Yes. That’s correct. But now I want to stay for only 2 nights
B: Okay! I have changed for you. Will there be any change in your room type?
A: Yes. I’d forget to tell you that if possible. I’d like to change the single room to a
double room. Because my wife is coming with me.
B: Okay. Your room type has been changed. A double room for 2 nights, right?
A: That’s right
B: Is there anything else? I can help you with, Mr Jason?
A: No, that’s at all. Thanks
B: It’s my pleasure, sir! I look forward to welcoming you to the hotel.
A Goodbye!
B: Bye
Cancelling
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Suggested answer 1:
A: White Sand Hotel, how may I help you?
B: Yes. I’m going to arrange a banquet for the 10th foundation anniversary of our
company. I’m thinking about having a banquet at your hotel. What types of venues
do you offer?
A: Certainly, sir/madam. We offer a number of venues that are ideal for hosting
special events like wedding and anniversary parties. How many guests are you
expecting?
B: About 70.
A: We have adjoining garden, which can seat 80 guests and that are perfect for
small parties.
B: Sounds good. How about the menu?
A: We offer you the options of using our catering service at the discounted fee.
You can choose between a cash bar or open bar for your event. If you’re
providing your wine, we’ll charge 10% cork fee per bottle.
B: OK. If we have the banquet in the garden, what if it rains on that day?
A: Don’t worry. We have some contingency plans to make sure that your party
does not get interrupted. In case it rains, maybe we’ll move you inside.
B: Great. Can I meet your banquet manager to discuss in details?
A: Certainly. I’ll make an appointment for you.
Suggested answer 2:
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A: White Sand Hotel, how may I help you?
B: Yes. I’m going to arrange a banquet for the 10th foundation anniversary of our
company. I’m thinking about having a banquet at your hotel. What types of
venues do you offer?
A: Certainly, sir/madam. We offer a number of venues that are ideal for hosting
special events like wedding and anniversary parties. How many guests are you
expecting?
B: About 300.
A: We have Platinum Ballroom, which can seat up to 500 guests and that are
suitable for your banquet.
B: Sounds good. How about the menu?
A: We offer you the options of using our catering service at the discounted fee.
You can choose between a cash bar or open bar for your event. If you’re
providing your wine, we’ll charge 10% cork fee per bottle.
B: OK. Do you have residential package for our guests?
A: Yes, we will reserve a block of rooms for your guests. Our booking agent will
help you with the group sales.
B: Great. Can I meet your banquet manager to discuss in details?
A: Certainly. I’ll make an appointment for you.
B: Here’s your dish. Enjoy your meal / Get your laughing gear round this!