Tapescripts

Section 1
The man's name is Freddie Lee. So Freddie Lee has been written in this space. Now we shall
begin.
You should answer the questions as you listen because you will not hear the recording a second
time.
Listen carefully and answer questions 1 to 5.

Good afternoon. Palm resort.

Good afternoon. I am ringing about the job I understand you have vacant. Oh yes. I'd like to find
out some more information if I may.

Yes of course. Can I take your name?

It's Freddie Lee.

Okay, Freddie. What would you like to know?

First of all I'd like to know where your resort is located.

It's near the city center on Jamieson island. That's J A M I E S O N.

Brilliant. That's only five minutes from me. I finish at my college on the 12th of May, so I'll be
available for work from that date.
Will there be any vacancies at that time?

Well summer is our busiest season, beginning on the 11th July (1), so that's when you will be
starting.

Sounds good. And are there any age limitations?

That would depend on the place you're applying for. How old are you?
I'm 17.

Well we require our bartenders to be 18 or older, which means you would be working as a waiter
(3).
There are four vacancies. They were originally six. However we have since two of these.

Okay great. Could I ask about the pay?

We're offering five pounds fifty two pence an hour.

That's very good. My last job was four pounds forty five an hour. And can I also ask about what
qualities you're looking for. Like any particular skills or experience?

We don't normally require applicants to have any past experience. However during the summer
season we have weekly shows in which our waiters are asked to perform routines that are very
simple.

So no dancing skills are needed however you will need to be able to sing (4).
I have never sung professionally but I am keen on it and have been told that I'm talented. So I
think this will be a good fit. Are there any other duties that I'd be responsible for?

As a waiter, you'll have a few different duties. We offer a table service so you'll have to take
food
orders from customers and carry the food from the kitchen to their tables. We like to give our
customers a relaxed experience, so we'll also need you to supervise and take care of their
children (5).

I have a babysitter so I'm very comfortable doing that. Is there a play area for them in the resort?

Unfortunately, there is no facility for children here at the resort. But there is a large playground
just down the road.

Before you hear the rest of the conversation, you have some time to look at questions 6 to 10.

Now listen and answer questions 6 to 10.

So I would just walk the children down to the playground each day?
No, the road is very busy and the pavements are so narrow that it's unsafe to take the children for
walks there.
It would be very advantageous if you could drive (6), so that you can safely strap the children
into the back seat and transport them back and forth.
I'm currently taking driving lessons. So if all goes well I should have my permit by the time I
begin work.
We feel it's pretty good and we also offer some good fringe benefits for our employees.
Really?
Well, because of the difficulties of getting public transport. If you're working after 10 o'clock, we
drive you home (7).
Okay, that sounds fine.
Do you have a staff room where I would be able to eat my pack lunches?
All of our employees eat in the dining hall once our customers have finished eating their lunch.
We like to make sure that our employees are well nourished, so we would provide you with a
meal every lunchtime (8). There is no need to bring in a pack lunch.
Wow, that's good to know. I think that's all of the information that I needed. I'll be sure to post
my application to you later today.
Okay, sure. Once we have looked over your application, we may ask you to come for an
interview.
We normally hold our interviews on Fridays. However, the manager is taking a long weekend
this week.
So the interview would be on Thursday (9). Is that okay for you?
That's good for me. Fine. Ten thirty a.m. Yes, fine. Would 10 o'clock be okay?
Perfect. And could you bring along a reference letter from your employer?
Yes. That's fine. No problem. Could you tell me what else I have to do?
Well, you need to come into the desk and fill out some forms. We need a document for ID, so a
bank statement would be fine.
I've got that. And what else?
Well, you need to bring a photo with you (10). Having said that, it will also be a good idea for
you to attach it to your application.
This will help us distinguish your application from the others.
Okay. No problem. I have a couple of spares from when I renewed my passport.
We look forward to seeing you.
Section 2
Before you hear the rest of the tool, you have some time to look at questions 11 to 15.
Now listen and answer question sixteen to twenty.
Speaker 0: As the final matter for today's meeting, I am delighted to show you the plans for our
proposed new extension to the reception area.
Speaker 0: Please turn your attention to the plan in front of you.
If you enter through the entrance doors and go around the shop corner, you will find on your left
the new box office (11).
From this position, the box office manager can both sell tickets and ensure that no visitors are
able to enter the museum without paying.
Speaker 0: From here, if you walk towards the door on the far left wall, you will come across
our new children's room where visitors can leave their children to play while they're discovering
our display (12).
Speaker 0: Directly to the right of the children's room is where we originally intended to locate
the café.
Speaker 0: But we felt that it would be better placed in the bottom right corner of the plan so we
can create a more intimate atmosphere (13).
Speaker 0: Due to generous donations, we now have the available funds to build a fantastic new
multimedia room where visitors will have access to computers, cameras, and TVs (14).
Speaker 0: This exciting new space will be in the top right corner, but it is safely away from the
entrance doors.
Speaker 0: Finally, the showroom will be built in the top left corner directly opposite the new
multimedia room (15).
Speaker 0: I hope that you are all as excited about this new space as I am.
Speaker 0: Another time finished, I would be happy to answer any questions.
That is the end of section two. Now have half a minute to check your answers.
section 3
You will hear a conversation between two students James and Kate talking about their studies
and part-time jobs. First, you'll have some time to look at questions 16 to 20. Now listen
carefully and answer questions 16 to 20.
Kate, I'm really busy at the moment trying to manage both my schoolwork and part-time job.
Oh James, that sounds like a lot to handle. Where do you work?
I managed to get a job working in the local bakery, learning how to make bread and cakes. Since
I'm studying business, it's really useful to experience firsthand how a shop is run and interact
with the customers.
Wow, it sounds really interesting. I'd love to come in and try to produce one day. Is it nearby?
It's about 15 minutes away, which is frustrating because it's too far to walk from my house and I
have to drive there.
Despite the commute, my tutor recommended it to me as it's renowned in certain circles for
being a very well-run and successful business (16).
Is it a part of the Kingfisher bakers chain?
No, it's an independent family-run store, which is good because they're really supportive and
eager to help me with the information I need.
How do you find the theoretical aspect of the schoolwork?
I find the practical work far more interesting, but my tutors are really enthusiastic, and I get on
well with my classmates, which makes the lessons a lot more enjoyable. Also, I recently found
out that I can complete the theoretical aspects of the course within one year (17), because of the
practical experience I'm getting.
Wow, that's great.
I know, I was so relieved. I find the theory pretty hard to understand, so I was really worried
about taking it for another year.
Do you get assessed every term or just once at the end of each academic year?
No. There's an assessment every term, which is great because it really takes the pressure off. In
the first term, it's really relaxed. You conduct your own experiments on your topic of choice, and
then everyone in your class assesses each other as a practical exercise (18). It's just a shame that
practical experience doesn't count towards the grades.
Yes, that's true. Anyway, enough about me. What are you studying?
Oh, I'm not sure what I want to study yet, but I've been making inquiries about the English
language course.
Do you know what career path you're interested in following?
Since Spanish is my first language, I thought that studying English would be really beneficial if I
decided to apply for a job in England. I really enjoy art and I'm very creative, but I don't think
that becoming an artist is a very practical choice. I was thinking of using my passion for art in a
different way. Like working as a curator in an art exhibition, for example (19).
Wow, that sounds really interesting. I think you'd be good at that.
The problem is that the course is very expensive, as you have to buy materials yourself, and they
don't offer any scholarships to cover expenses. I need to order a catalogue of the courses (20) on
offer, so I can see if there are any other modules that might perhaps be cheaper to study.
Luckily, the courses don't start until September, so at least you have plenty of time to get
organized.
I can't believe I have to wait until September. I'm already so excited about starting.

Section 4
1.
A: We're so glad you got here in time for our New Year’s Eve party. When did you arrive?
B: | arrived late last night.
A: And how long will you be staying?
B;: Just a few days. I have to leave on January 3rd to get back to work.
2.
A: Did you just get here?
B: No, we've been here a week already. We flew into Paris on August 22nd and we teave on the
31st. I can’t believe how time flies!
3.
A: When did you arrive in Moscow, madam
B: Just today. I left Chicago on the 2nd and arrived here on the 3rd.
A: And how long will you stay?
B: I leave a week from today, on the 10th.
4.
A: I don’t know about you, but I’m sick of Orlando!
B: Really, when did you arrive?
A: Just a day ago, on the 13th...and I can’t wait for tomorrow, the 15th, when we leave!
5.
A: When did you arrive on the island?
B: June 2nd - and we are having so much fun!
A: I'm glad to hear that. How long are you staying?