1. W: That picture certainly flatters Sua.
Dont you think so?
M: No,I dont.As a matter of face.
I think it makes her look older than she really is.
Q: What does the woman think of the picture?
2. M: How many students took the exam last Saturday?
W: Well,let me see.
Fifty had registered, but everyone didint showed up.
I believe that we had twenty-five from the Middle East and fifteen from Latin America.
Q: How many students did the woman believe had taken the exam?
3. W:Are these rugs on sale too?
M: No.These are selling at the regular price, four ninety-five.
Q: Can the woman buy a rug?
4. M: Could you please tell me if the Miami flight will be arriving on time?
W: Yes,sir.It should be arriving in about 10 minutes at hall C.
Q: Where did this conversation most probably take place?
5. M: Is Paul angry?
W: I dont think so.
If he were,hed tell us.
Q: what does the man think about Paul?
6. M:Miss Brown bought some paper,paints,and brushes.
W: Ill bet shell use them at the high school.
Q: What will Miss Brown probably do at the high school?
7. M: Id like to cash a check,please.
I have an account here.
W: Fine.Just make it out to cash .
Q: Where did this conversation most probably take place?
8. M: Now,what seems to be the trouble,Mrs.Stephens?
W: Ive been very dizzy lately,and last night I had some chest pain.
Q: What is the probable relationship between the two speakers?
9. M:My briefcase is just like yours,isnt it?
W: Almost.Mine is smaller,but it doesnt have a lock.
I think Id rather have had one like yours.
Q: Why would the woman rather have had a briefcase like the one the man has?
10. W:Hello,Mr.Jacob.
This is Tim Smiths secretary.
Im calling to confirm his appointment with you today at two oclock.
M: Thank you for calling.
Ill expect Mr.Smith this afternoon.
Q: Whose secretary is calling?
Section B
Arabs consider it-{extremely} bad manner to start talking business immediately.
Even the busiest government official or -{executive} always take
-{extra} time to be polite and offer -{refreshments
No matter how busy you are, you should make time for this -{hospitality}.
Making decisions quickly is not an Arab custom.
There is a -{vagueness} in doing business in the Middle East which will puzzle a -{newcomer
Give yourself lots of time and ask lots of questions.
Patience is an important-{quality
You may have to wait two or three days to see high-level government officials as they are very bus
Give yourself enough time.
Personal relationships are very important
They are the key to do business in Arab countries
-{Try to identify the decision-maker regarding your product or services immediately and get to know him on a friendly basis.
Do your homework.
Be prepared to discuss details of your product or proposal.
Be ready to answer technical questions}.
When an Arab says yes, he may mean maybe
When he says maybe,he probably means no
You will seldom get a direct no from an Arab because it is considered impolite.
Also,he does not want to close his option.
Instead of no ,he will say inshalah which means, if God is willing
-{On the other hand, yes does not necessarily mean yes
A smile and slow nod might seem like an agreement
but in fact,your host is being polite.
An Arab considers it impolite to disagree with a guest}.
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