【文章內容簡介】 st need a few tips.A: But what if I say something stupid?B: Hey, you’re not giving a speech. You’re just having a conversation. So just talk about something you know they are interested in. A: That’s the problem. I don’t know what Carol’s friends are interested in. B: Let them tell you. If you let people talk about themselves, they’ll think you’re interesting.A: You mean something like, “So, tell me what you’re interested in.”B: Well, you don’t have to be that direct. For example, you can talk about the weather. A: You can’t be serious. The weather’s boring. B: It’s a good excuse to find out what they like to do. On a rainy day, you say, “What do you do in such terrible weather?”A: What if they just stayed home and read a book?B: Then ask them about the book. You can ask if it was good. Ask if they liked it and why. Then talk about a book you really liked. A: So that’s what small talk is about, is it? Well, I’ll give it a try. Thanks for the tips, Mike. B: You’re wele. Have a good time at the party. Note: Small talk means light conversations on unimportant or nonserious subjects such as the weather or TV programs you saw last night, or little pliments on what people are wearing. In a social gathering where a lot of guests are strangers to one another, small talk can be very useful to make them feel at ease. Exercise 1: c a dExercise 2: 1. At Carol’s house on Saturday 2. He’s uncertain whether he can have a good time at the party or not 3. He’s not good at small talk 4. One should talk about something other people are interested in 5. By getting them to talk about themselvesDialogue 1: 1. My American friend…weekend 2. That’s great 3. never been to a party given by a foreigner… I won’t know how to act 4. But it’s easier said than done 5. A bottle of wine or a small box of chocolates American friends. What should I say to them? 7. Why don’t you get them to talk about themselves? Won’t it be a super chance for you to practice your conversation skills with native speakers of English?8. I guess you’re right. Thanks.Dialogue 2: beautiful song they are playing music , yeah ’s all right, but I’m not really cray about it 7. Do you often go to those big concerts …listening to CDs… I can’t stand crowds of pushing people 9. I know what you meanPart CTapescript Are you Calling about the Party?Laura: Hello. This is Laura Davis speaking.Simon: Oh, hello, Laura. This is Simon here. Simon Williams.Laura: Oh, Simon. How nice to hear you. Are you calling about the party? You did get the invitation, didn’t you?Simon: Yes, thanks, I did. That’s just it. I’m afraid. You see, I’m already tied up that evening. Laura: Oh, really? That is a pity.Simon: Yes. I’m afraid it’s been planned for ages. You see, some friends of mine are ing to see me. I haven’t seen them for a long time, and you know … well…I managed to get some tickets for the opera, and I promised to take them out to dinner afterwards. I can’t get out of it, unfortunately. I wish I could. Laura: Oh, what a shame! We are looking forward to seeing you. Still, if you can drop in later with your friends, we’d love to see you. Simon: Thanks. Well, I’ll certainly try, but I don’t think there’s much chance. Actually I’ve sent you an to say I can’t e.Laura: Oh, have you? That’s very kind, thanks. Well, keep in touch, Simon.Simon: I will. Regards to James. And I hope the party goes well. Bye!Laura: Thanks. Bye.Note: for ages: for a long timeExercise:1. Simon is calling because he hasn’t got the invitation. (F)2. Simon will take his friends out to dinner after going to the opera. (T)3. Laura has made a promise to her friends and will not beak her promise. (F)4. Both Laura and Simon will be rather busy that evening. (T)5. Laura and Simon agree to meet daily. (F) Unit 5Part A1. Call back David Johnson this afternoon.2. Call Bill Green at 4153891074 this evening. It’s important.3. Meet Judy outside the Art Museum at ten tomorrow morning.4. Don’t forget to go to Tom’s party this evening.1. 62472255 2. 64172817 3. 6129309608Part BTapescriptA Business CallA: Good afternoon. ABC Imports. May I help you?B: Yes, may I speak to Mr. James Johnson, please?A: I’m afraid Mr. Johnson isn’t available right now. Would you like to leave a message?B: This is Richard Alexander with Star Electronics. It’s very important that he returns my call this afternoon.A: Does he have your office number and your mobile phone number?B: I thinks so, but let me give them to you again.A: Okay.B: My office number is 7145552000。 my cell phone number is 9095552308. He can reach me at my office number before 6 . or anytime today on my mobile.A: Very well, I’ll give him your message as soon as he returns to the office.Exercise 1: b aExercise 2: 1) James Johnson 2) ABC Imports 3) Richard Alexander 4) Star Electronics 5) 9095552308 6) 7145552000 7) Call Richard Alexander 8) 6 .Dialogue 1: 1) Frank Qian’s 2) Frank 3) Well 4) I’m afraid Mr. Qian’s not in the office at the moment 5) try his mobile 6) give me the number 7) 9093652781 8) Just let me check that. 9)9093652781 10)That’s it.Dialogue 2: 1) Can I help you? 2) I’d like to 3) Mr. Paul Osman 4) I’m afraid Mr. Osman is at a meeting right now. 5)Can I take a message 6) Brian Gray 7) “The Bike Shop” 8) urgent 9) Mr. Osman 10) Mr. Gray 11) my phone number 12) I’ll give your message to Mr. Osman as soon as possiblePart CTapescript Good Luck