Question 001 through 003 refer to the following message.
Hello, this message is for Dr. Carl Sagan in the laboratory. This is Dr. Johansen from the Filtch General Hospital. My patient Juliet Crighton visited my office two weeks ago complaining of prolonged tiredness so I performed some blood tests. I'm still waiting for the results to be delivered to me. Please give me a call to let me know when you sent the results. I'm afraid they might have been misplaced. My direct number is 783-4456. Thank you.
Question 004 through 006 refer to the following talk.
This will be our last stop of the day. If you look out of the left side of our tour bus, you can see the magnificent Pacific Ocean. We will be visiting Wreck Beach, aptly named for the numerous shipwrecks that have washed ashore here over the past one hundred years. Wreck Beach is also the only beach in this city which offers a completely unobstructed view of the sunset, so it is quite a popular place for couples at sundown. Our schedule has been slightly altered for the rest of this afternoon. The local Mariners Museum has been closed for the day because of a power outrage. Thus, instead of today, we'll visit the museum tomorrow morning if the problem is solved by then. So this means we can all enjoy a sunny, leisurely afternoon on the beach!
mariner　　船乗り、船員　◆【同】sailor
Questions 007 through 009 refer to the following talk. 
Stay tuned for our interview with Reggie Wicker, author of the popular children's series "Didn't Your Parent's Tell You?" Mr. Wicker's books have been translated into seven different languages and he has received the Prescott Award for Children's Literature an unprecedented five times. On today's show Mr. Wicker will describe a typical day in the life of a famous writer and will discuss how his experience working as a telemarketer influenced his stories. Our phone line are open if you'd like to call in with questions for today's guest.
phone line　電話回線　　call in　～を呼ぶ文例、〔助け・援助などを〕求める
Question 010 through 012 refer to the following advertisement.
In your home or business looking somewhat untidy? Are you looking for a home cleaning service with a reasonable price? Then you should immediately call Jesse and Jerry's Cleaning Services. We will arrange a convenient schedule with you and send a professional and competent cleaner to your house or company to help you out immediately. Our fee starts at 30 dollars an hour which is significantly less than what is charged by other cleaning services in the area. To consult with a customer service agent and obtain a free estimate, please call 843-2222.
start at $__　　〔レストランのメニューなどが〕＿ドルからある
Question 013 through 015 refer to the following announcement.
Welcome to the 26th annual Graham Tolken Memorial Lecture. This year's guest speaker is the renowned business analyst Dravid Greber. Mr. Greber's talk tonight is entitled "The Power of Branding". Because this event is being broadcast live on the Internet we ask you all to try to refrain from making any unnecessary noise until Mr. Greber is finished with his speech. Also, just a reminder that no food and drinks are permitted within the Great North Auditorium. Refreshments will be served in the front hallway during the intermission period.
broadcast ~ live on the Internet　　～をインターネットで生放送するintermission　　休止、中断　　〈米〉〔演劇の〕幕あい◆【同】〈英〉interval
Question 016 through 018 refer to the following report.
This is Matlda MaKay with an AM800 rush hour traffic report. Expressways into the downtown area are particularly troublesome due to the heavy snow we received overnight. Also, if you are traveling eastbound on Willington Avenue, be prepared for delays around Annex Drive and Sufffolk Street. A three car accident, likely caused by icy driving conditions, is blocking traffic there. If it is at all possible, we recommend that commuters take public transit this morning to work. Stay turned for our next traffic report in fifteen minutes.
overnight　　一晩（中）、夜通し（で）、泊りがけで
Question 019 through 021 refer to the following message.
Hi, Diane. It's Paul. I hope everything's okay with you. As you probably know it is Shelly's birthday on Saturday night. She's been feeling a bit down lately since she missed out on the promotion at work so I was thinking of throwing a surprise party for her at my house. I don't know what time she gets work done on Saturday, but I'll call her to invite her to my house for a late dinner. Why don't you come by around 5 or 6 p.m. because we need to decorate my place a bit before she gets here? I've already called the others and they are all looking forward to it.
Questions 022 through 024 refer to the following news report.
In local news, the city government has decided to look into the feasibility of constructing a bridge to nearby Pender Island. Although any plans for construction are still years away, the announcement has already caused sharp divisions within the island community. Pointing out the island's magnificent coastline and beaches, the Pender Islan Tourism Board welcomes the prospect of more mainland tourists visiting the island for pleasure. However, some local residents feel that a bridge will destroy the community on the island and its cultural uniqueness. We'll have more local news after the weather.
Questions 025 through 027 refer to the following message.
Hi, Ms. Stephens. This is Phillip Webster from the Resources Department. I received your email regarding the African Cultural Event you will be hosting this weekend. I have booked the largest room in the community center and I have also notified the Equipment and Technical Services Office about your request for a film projector. However I need to know exactly how many people will be attending by this evening so that I can prepare the proper number of tables and chairs. As this event has received considerable attention in the press over the past couple of days, I expect that there will be a considerable turnout. I look forward to helping you make this inaugural event a great success. Please call me back at my office anytime this afternoon. Thank you.
Questions 028 through 030 refer to the following news report.
A recent survey by a youth marketing agency shows that the average teenager spends nearly fifty percent of his or her budget on clothing and other fashion accessories. While the overall economy has been in a recession over the past two years, this hasn't stopped the increase in teen consumption. Many marketing specialists claim that the teen market is their most lucrative demographic and thus teens are the focus of many ads. Some teenagers, however, resist this type of consumer pressure. They are getting involved in the culture movement criticizing the corporate fashion and marketing industry.
Questions 031 through 033 refer to the following announcement.
Good afternoon shoppers. I'd like to remind you that Saturday is our end-of-the-summer sale. Doors will open at 9 a.m. The first one-hundred people to enter the store will get a free coffee mug, plus a $10 gift certificate. For great savings, just look for red tag items in home goods, fashions, and even electronics! Please keep in mind that the sale is final - no refunds or exchanges will be issued.
gift certificate　　〈米〉商品券◆【同】〈英〉gift tokenhome goods　　国内財
Questions 034 through 036 refer to the following introduction.
It is my great pleasure to introduce Sherry Thomas, who will assume the position of Library Director at the University of Colorado on September 1. Sherry graduated from Ohio State College with a master's degree in library science. She was a librarian at Kentucky State before I hired her to work here at the University of Chicago in 1999. Sherry and I have worked closely together, and I have grown to depend on her. On this happy and sad occasion, I prefer not to think about losing a staff member but rather about gaining a Director colleague. I certainly look forward to discussing library issues with her in the future.
Question 037 through 039 refer to the following information.
Good morning ladies and gentlemen. Today we'll spend the day visiting two wonderful D.C. museums. At the Metropolitan Museum of Art, we'll see American paintings. First, we'll view Alan Shuman's Decorative Arts exhibition. Then we'll tour The American Landscape with Rena Ward, longtime Museum educator and speaker. At the National Design Museum we'll visit the Unique Design and Tools of the Trade exhibits, created by Sally Ramon, Head of the Design Art Dept. You'll have plenty of time to browse in the gift shops at both places. Admission is free with a hotel voucher and lunch is on your own. We will walk the six blocks between museums, so please wear comfortable shoes.
browse　　ざっと見る、拾い読みする　　〔店で商品を〕見て回る
Question 040 through 042 refer to the following information.
As a new business owners, you should develop friendships with local shop owners. You'll find they become very supportive, rather than competitive. That's something I discovered when I opened my first sporting goods store 20 years ago. Local shop keepers offered me advice and even sent their customers to me. I met my business peers when I joined the local business association. I learned right at the start that we were all looking for the exact same thing: more business. So by banding together and offering referrals, everyone benefits. And referrals are a powerful way to increase your business.
Questions 043 through 045 refer to the following telephone message.
Hi, Brenda. This is Kate. I'm calling to let you know that I'll be a little late for the picnic tomorrow. I have to go into the office for a few hours in the morning to finish a report. It should be done sometime between twelve and one. Then I plan on stopping by Linda's house for a quick visit, since she's sick in bed and can't join us. After that, I have to go by my house to pick up some food that I prepared for the picnic. I should be there by 2:30. See you and Michael then. 
go into an office　　オフィスに入る［忍び込む］go into the doctor's office　　診察室に入る
Questions 046 through 048 refer to the following message.
Hello, this is Janet Johnson from the accounting department at City Power calling at 4 p.m. for Kevin Mitchell. According to our records, your account is two weeks overdue. To avoid an interruption in service and a disconnect service charge, your payment must be received within 48 hours of this call. To arrange for payment please call me during business hours weekdays from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. or Saturday between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. You can reach me at extension 21. Thank you.
interruption in power supply　電力供給障害
Questions 049 through 051 refer to the following business report.
Consumers are being asked to return cell-phone batteries made by Starky Corp. TM Corp., the world's largest cell-phone maker, was seeking the recall of Starky batteries installed in their cell-phones. This is the third recall in recent weeks involving Starky batteries. Last month, Bell asked customers to return 4.2 million batteries, warning they could catch fire. Last week, Tomika said it was recalling 350,000 batteries due to a problem that caused phones to run out of power. Consumers will be sent replacements immediately.
Questions 052 through 054 refer to the following announcement.
Our bank's mission statement focuses on customer satisfaction. In an attempt to meet customer expectations, I've devised a "customer-experience" plan which I believe will help us better understand the needs of our customers. Each of you will be asked to visit three of the local bank branches I've listed on today's handout. First, you will just walk in and observe customers; second, you will complete a typical customer task, such as opening an account. Next, you must ask actual customers questions, which I will discuss in detail later. To get started, I'm going to pass around these credit-card application forms for you to fill out.
list on job application　　就職申込書に列記［記載］するpass around　　順に回す、たらい回しにする
Question 055 through 057 refer to the following news report.
Mayer pharmaceutical company planned to release a new line based on an existing product by early summer. They assumed that the same manufacturing processes could be used since the same materials were used in both products. The process was successful on a small scale, but when applied to a large amount, pumps and valves malfunctioned. John Avery, President of Mayer, announced that he will form a team of chemical engineers to examine the problem. He says that it is imperative that they make formulation changes that will allow the equipment to function properly so they can release the new product on schedule.
Questions 058 through 060 refer to the following radio advertisement.
Are you looking for rental furniture that will save you money and also look great in your office? Carl's rent-to-own furniture store has brand names and top of the line furniture, computer, and other great rental items. With the right to own furniture and appliances as well as payment options, you can furnish your entire company's office. Carl's is continually beating other business sales and specials. Our unmatched purchase price policy allows us to offer the best purchase and payment terms year around. We offer great prices and affordable payment options, combined with excellent customer service, great selection, and convenient online sales. You'll find great bargains every day! Browse online at - carls.com - to find and lease everything you need.
top-of-the-line　　トップ商品（の）、最高級（品）（の）、最上位機種（の）rent to own　　レント・ツー・オウン、購入選択権付き賃貸◆不動産の場合には、将来その物件を購入することを予定して賃貸契約することで、賃貸料の一部を頭金とすることができるunmatched　　釣り合わない、そぐわない、比類ない、無比の文例year-round　　一年中の、通年の、年間を通した、年中開いている、年中使う
Questions 061 through 063 refer to the following message.
Hello, this is Clarence Ovens from Ovens and Sons Fresh on Davie St. I was wondering if you could double our order of Mcintosh Apples. They seem to be very popular with customers this season and we always seem to run out well before the next delivery comes from your orchard. Please let me know if this is possible staring with next week's order and how much extra this will cost on our bill. Thank you very much.
Questions 064 through 066 refer to the following talk.
Welcome to Algonquin Provincial Park. My name is Carl and I'll be your guide for the next five days as we canoe deep into this vast tract of pristine wilderness. As I have completed this particular route a dozen times, I am quite familiar with it and will be able to answer any questions you have along the way concerning wildlife we come across, the ecosystem of this region, the park's history and anything else. This morning we will paddle for about two hours and then we will stop for lunch at Smith's Waterfalls before heading down Bear Creek towards Willow Nest, where we will camp for the night. Okay, let's go! 
canoe　　カヌーで行く　　tract　　地域　　pristine　　本来の、自然のままconcerning　　について　　paddle　　漕ぐ　　along the way　　途中で、道中（で）、ここに至るまでに、これまでに、ついでに、この先
Questions 067 through 069 refer to the following talk.
Welcome to Matrix Laboratories. My name is Wilson Phillips and I'm the Director of the Visiting Research Program in the Human Resources Department. I'll be showing you the main laboratories today and some of the other facilities in order to help you be able to navigate your way around during your one month stay here. First I'll be talking you to the Planning Room where you can see some of the products we are in the process of developing to better combat heart disease. After that I will introduce you to one of our most esteemed scientists, Dr. Kim Gibson in the Department of Genetic Research. Please don't hesitate to ask me questions at anytime.
Questions 070 through 072 refer to the following message.
Hello, this is John Candy calling, and I'd like to know if I can reserve the main hall in the community center for the Dutton Oldtimer's Annual Bingo Championship tournament this Saturday. We would like to start the event at around 7 p.m. and it will probably last until 12 a.m. I tried to fill out the reservation form at the community center like I've done in the past but I couldn't find it and there was nobody in the office. So I just decided to try to reserve the hall over the phone. Please call me back at 555-3671. Thank you.
Questions 073 through 075 refer to the following weather report.
Good morning, Vancouver Island. This is Craig Simpson in Victoria with your 8 a.m. weather report. The island was blanketed with snow overnight and divers are busy trying to navigate their way through about 20 cm of snow. Snow trucks have not managed to clear all of the roads as yet so please be careful when driving to work as the roads quite slippery. The National Weather Center reports that another winter storm is on its way, and we should expect snow to start falling again by noon on the southern part of the island. Temperatures are likely to change early next week through. Normal weather for November should return by Sunday and temperatures will once again rise above zero. We will have the next weather report in 30 minutes, along with a traffic update.
as yet　　今（まで）のところは◆通例否定文で用います。
Questions 076 through 078 refer to the following excerpt from a speech.
I would like to welcome you all to the grand reopening of the newly renovated West Lornes County High School. After 6 months of construction, the school has been significantly expanded and modernized and we also now have a brand new sports field behind the school. I'm most proud to announce that this 100 year-old school now has wheel chair ramps which will make all the entrances and classrooms easily accessible to our disabled students. Now why don't we all head inside for a tour of the building. 
boarding ramp　　〔飛行機などの〕乗降階段、タラップramp　　斜面、傾斜台、傾斜路　　〈米〉〔高速道路への〕出入道路
Questions 079 through 081 refer to the following news report.
The Department of Transportation approved a proposal today to replace the city's aging sewer system, beginning in three weeks on the portion along Jane Ave. until Sliver Clay Line. The construction is expected to take 8 months to complete and cost the city close to 2 million dollars. Traffic will be affected along those routes where the sewer system is being replaced. Jane Ave. will be completely closed to traffic for the entire month of June so commuters are advised to plan alternative routes to and from work. Stay tuned for future updates on which roads will be affected.
closed to traffic　　通行止めになっている
Questions 082 through 084 refer to the following instructions. 
There is something that I'd like to bring up while we are holding this accounting department meeting. Recently there have been numerous violations of the company's phone policy. I would like to remind you all that the phones are only allowed to be used for business purposes. Now I do realize that there may be many times when you must make a personal call. However, our new company policy requires you to inform your supervisor each time you use the phone for a non-business related call. If this call exceeds ten minutes in duration, you will lose one hour's pay. I apologize if this seems unfair, but we need to cut down on the amount of time that is being wasted in this department.
exceed in　　～の点で勝る
Questions 085 through 087 refer to the following announcement.
Attention Arctic Air passengers. Poor visibility due to heavy snowfall is causing the delay of both incoming and outgoing flights. We apologize for this situation but we ask for everyone's patience. Flight 444 to Detroit, Michigan, has been postponed and will now leave at 5:05 p.m. Flight 163 to Whitehorse, Yukon, has also been rescheduled and will now leave at 5:45 p.m. If you are a passenger on one of these flights you will receive a free lunch coupon redeemable at the Sky Lounge Restaurant. Also feel free to visit the duty free shops near your departure gate. Please make yourself comfortable and listen for any further announcements. Thank you.
arctic　　北極（圏）の◆Arcticとも表記。　　〈話〉厳寒のbring ~ on flight　　～を機内に持ち込むredeemable〔抵当に入れた財産を〕買い［請け］戻しできる、償還できる換金できる、商品に換えられる、弁済できる文例救済できる、救い出せる、贖うことができる
Questions 088 through 090 refer to the following talk.
We are here tonight to celebrate the many great things we have achieved over the past year. When I started "The Sicilian Sun" with my husband, Mario, last year, I never suspected that it would be such an instant success. I have you, my wonderful staff, to thank largely for this. Without any advertising, people came here because they heard from their friends that this was the best Italian restaurant in town. But while the food kept our customers coming back, I have repeatedly been told that it is the service of the wait staff which makes our patrons feel like they really are part of a young and growing family here. That's why "The Daily Observer" referred to us in their restaurant review section as "the place where everyone smiles". Keep up the good work everyone!
wait staff　　給仕スタッフ［係り］
Questions 091 through 093 refer to the following announcement.
Good morning everyone! I know you're all anxious to see the cathedral, but that's further into the city, and we're going to be staying near the coast today. I'll give each of you a map before we get off the bus. It shows where the cathedral is located. Well, here we are! I forgot to mention that taking photographs inside the art gallery is prohibited. However, you can take pictures of the grounds and the outside of the building. We'll break around noon for lunch and meet back at the bus at 12:45 sharp and go to the shopping district.
Questions 094 through 096 refer to the following weather report.
Good afternoon. Enjoy the sunshine and warm weather today, as a cooler airmass will move in along the coastline tomorrow. Grab a jacket or sweater if you're headed outdoors. Temperatures will be on the cool side in the low 50s by midnight and into tomorrow. The cooler air will remain for the rest of the week, but it will be sunny and pleasant with only a slight chance of rain on Friday and into the weekend. I'll have more on that in the next couple of days. Now let's hear what Darren Ward has to say about last night's fame between the Hawks and the Avengers.
move in　　近寄る、近くに来るhave more on　　～についてさらなる情報を持つ
Question 097 through 099 refer to the following talk.
Welcome to the Oleander Perfumery, where you'll see the art of perfumery in the making. Today we'll go behind the scenes of a business that has been creating fine fragances by hand for over 40 years. Before going into laboratory, let's first visit the perfume garden. It showcases plants, like roses and lavender, which have been used for making perfumes since time began. Decide which one is your favorite because you'll have a chance to create your own scents and then package them in the packing area.
Questions 100 through 102 refer to the following announcement.
Good morning shoppers! Weclome to a family-friendly store that is filled with smart and affordable merchandise to furnish your home. The Grandmart sale is now on, with hundreds of already low-priced items reduced even further throughout the store. You'll find amazing products that will brighten up any room from the kitchen to the bedroom. Also, while you're here, why not check out our brand new extended restaurant. We now have 50 addtional seats, quicker service and more choices on the menu. So now the whole family can relax and eat together comfortably. I'd also like to announce that we'll be kicking off the spring season with new online shopping service. We've been working for quite some time and we've finally launched the pilot of Grandmart Online. We'll be advertsing all the items you'll see today, plus special sales and events. So check it out at www.grandmart.com. Once again, have a great shopping day and thanks for visiting Grandmart.
Question 103 through 105 refer to the following excerpt from a speech.
Good afternoon everyone. I'll be today's facilitator for the upcoming 25th Annual Trade Show meeting. Our goal is to make this event a successful one for you and your company. This manual contains all the information necessary to assist you in the operation of your exhibit. Take special notice of the deadline dates on the forms, as well as the items taht you need to order. This year we will be asking each of you to submit a certificate of insurance. It will cover costs, and expenses resulting from claims against the exhibitor regarding use of the display space.
Question 106 through 108 refer to the following radio advertisement.
Looking to get into shape? Try a free workout during next week's opening of River's Edge Fitness Center, located on Falcon Street next to Sam's Music store. River Edge's members will have full access to a variety of fitness classes and the biggest weight room in town for only $30 a month! The club is equipped with state-of-the-art treadmill, stationary bicycles and weight machines. Other features include massage therapy and child care services. So drop by any time between 8 a.m. and 10 p.m. on Saturday, April 8, and enjoy a free workout at River's Edge.
look to　～を当てにする、～に頼る、～を頼みにする、～に傾く、～を期待する、～に期待を寄せる、～を待つ　　get into shape　引き締まるworkout　運動、トレーニング　　located on　に位置する　　treadmill　ランニングマシーン　　child care　託児　　parlor　販売店　　stationary bicycle　自転車機具
Question 109 through 111 refer to the following announcement.　
Hello listeners. Tomorrow our special guest will be Richard Beck of the TV series Ocean Journeys, who will be here to promote the "Safe Boating" campaign. The former U.S. Coast Guard joined the campaign because of his personal feeling about the importance of safety on the water. Richard will be talking about boating safety courses, vessel-safety checks, and an exciting national summer-long contest, which will be hosted by the National Boating Council. So those of you out there who enjoy recreational boating, tune in tomorrow at 9 a.m. for all the details on the event and how you can have the opportunity to win a life jacket just by calling in and sharing your boating stories.
connecting　　連結［接続］する、〔交通機関の〕乗り継ぎの
Questions 112 through 114 refer to the following speech.
Thank you for coming to the meeting. Well, it looks like there's some hope that the decrease in home price that has occurred this year may stop. Although our sales of homes have been slow over the past several months, I'm happy to report that they started to increase in October. As you know, the price of homes we've sold fell for a record fourth consecutive month. I expect that they'll probably continue declining for a few more months, which means more people will be buying. We may be getting busy, so I placed an ad for a new agent to join our team. I've already received several responses and I'd like your opinions on the three top candidates I've chosen.
Questions 115 through 117 refer to the following speech.
It has been suggested by the HSC that a lot of highway congestion could be relieved by enhancing traffic management on streets connecting with the Southeast Freeway. This might involve limiting access to the connecting streets and changing signals on them to give priority to rush hour traffic entering and exiting the freeway. Today I'd like to talk about how to solve some of the problems that have been identified. In particular, I want to know what you perceive to be the major safety problems with using the Southeast Freeway and how you think they might be solved. I'll present your ideas to the Highway Safety Commission when I meet with them on Friday.
Questions 118 through 120 refer to the following speech.
Hi! My name is Kelly and I'll be your guide today. First of all, welcome to Lincoln Amusement Park. Before we begin I'd like to remind you of a few rules we'd like you to follow while in the park today. First, there is no smoking on the rides. So before we get on the first ride, those of you who are smoking, please extinguish all smoking materials on the ground. Second, please keep children under 40 pounds on the inside seats of the tram because some animations along the way can be intense. Keep your arms and legs inside the tram at all times, and do not stand up while the tram is in motion. If you should require assistance at any time during the ride, just pull the cord located above the window on either side of the car.
Questions 121 through 123 refer to the following advertisement.
The Christmas holidays are a time when families and friends get together, and new memories are made. There is no better way to safeguard the warm memories we cherish than with a digital camcorder. Pictures can only capture a frozen moment, but camcorders bring the whole event back to life. You can hear the voices and stories from your loved ones. Jimmy's Electronics is currently having a massive sale on video equipment. We have all the best brands at the best prices. We are located in the Northridge Mall, right next to the Walton Department store. Come and visit us now! The holidays are almost here!
Questions 124 through 126 refer to the following excerpt from a talk.
Welcome to the volunteer informational session at the Burnaby Mountain Zoo. The Burnaby Mountain Zoo has been a mainstay in our community for 23 years and we offer many different positions for volunteers throughout the zoo. While you may not have direct contact with the animals during your first year, if you return for a second year you will have many more opportunities. When you finish reading the pamphlet I gave you, please fill in the registration form. Don't forget to write you name on the top. Before I continue, I would like you all to hand in your letter of confirmation from your doctors that say you are able to work here. 
Questions 127 through 129 refer to the following instructions.
Attention all conference participants. Please sign in at the front desk and pick up your name tag and conference badge. Also, please check the signs at the entrance to the ballroom to see our schedule of presentations. The keynote address will take place tonight, at 5 p.m. in the Duckworth Theather. This will be followed by dinner and then a short video entitled "Remaking the Media", produced by Bob Hackworth. A question and answer session will follow this screening. If you have any questions, please go to our information booth in the lobby. Thank you for coming and I hope everyone has a fabulous time.
Questions 130 through 132 refer to the following talk.
Welcome to River View Condominiums. We have invited you here because you were the initial group of investors that allowed this project to get off the ground. As of today, we have 75 percent of all the properties sold or rented and I must say this is very impressive. Let me first take you on a tour of some model apartments. I hope this tour will give you a sense of the unique design and construction techniques that went into this landmark condominium. After our tour, a five-course dinner will be served on our balcony. Once again, thank you for the support you have all given this project.
Questions 133 through 135 refer to the following telephone message.
You have reached the renewal division of the Department of Motor Vehicles. The office is closed now. On weekdays, we are open from eight in the morning until eight at night. Schedule a renewal appointment between those times or come to the office without an appointment and wait for an opening. Please bring your driver's license and one other piece of photo identification. The cost of the renewal is $50. It takes about twenty minutes and if approved you can get your renewed license then. If you are not approved, you will have to make another appointment with our driving examination division to take a driving test. Thank you for calling the Department of Motor Vehicles.
Questions 136 through 138 refer to the following introduction.
Ladies and Gentlemen, it is my distinct pleasure to introduce Doctor Jana Martin. Doctor Martin is the head of the research department at the Crystal Medical Research Group, a world leader in cancer treatment technology. Over the last 5 years, they have been responsible for some of the greatest advances in cancer treatment. Doctor Martin is here today to talk about her group's recent development of a combined treatment for stomach cancer. Experts believe that this new technology could eventually make cancer a non-terminal illness. After her talk, Dr. Martin will answer any questions you might have. Let's give a warm round of applause for Doctor Jana Martin.
Questions 139 through 141 refer to the following telephone message.
Good morning Mr. Fishman. This is Jennifer McConnel from Downtown Music. I received your message about hte amplifier and the mixing board. Unfortunately, that model of amplifier is not in stock at this time, and cannot be delivered for another month. However, we have another very similar amplifier so if you want, you can get this amplifier and return it when the one you ordered comes back in stock. There is no problem with the mixing board. We will have it delivered to you by Friday morning. Please let us know what we can do for you regarding the amplifier. Thank you and talk to you soon.
Questions 142 through 144 refer to the following introduction.
Welcome to the grand opening of the Royal Albert Theater. It is a great pleasure for me to see you all here tonight. The opening play, "Twain Time", is the first in our series of five American history-related cultural events that are scheduled to take place here in the next six months. We are certain that these events, and the Royal Albert Theater in general, will greatly contribute to the cultural life of our community. We are now about to begin our opening play. Please turn off your cell phones. Should you need to use them, there will be a fifteen minute intermission after the first act. Thank you, and enjoy the show.
Questions 145 through 147 refer to the following news report.
Today Mills Cola announced that it will be expanding its product base into Canada. Mills Cola has been the top selling cola product in the northwestern United States for the past five years and they now plan to introduce their products into western Canada. With this decision, Mills Cola will expand their factory here in Portland and will build another one in Richmond. Moreover, they will be creating 140 new full-time factory jobs and another 75 part-time positions. Industry experts predict that because of this expansion, the company's stock should rise sharply.
Questions 148 through  150 refer to the following talk.
I am thrilled to see such a great turnout for an event like this. Many of you have heard about today's workshop and discussion from our flyers which were distributed throughout the downtown area. We are here today to take a look at "Modern Oral Tradition Through Music." We'll be studying some popular and some obscure folk songs, and discussing the cultural context of those pieces. Joining us today to help us with the music is folk guitarist, Carmen Sandoval.
Questions 151 through 153 refer to the following speech.
Hi there. Before I begin today, let me take a minute to briefly introduce myself. My name is Bob Delmore and I've been painting professionally and as a hobby for more than twenty years. I'm happy to be here to share my passion with you today. For today's demonstration, l'll start by going over what supplies are necessary to get started painting and how to choose the style that is best for you. I'll also show you how to find additional supplies, like brushes, canvases and easels. Then, you'll know it's all easy to find. After that, l'll pass out a handbook listing local shops and websites that'll help you get started
Questions 154 through 156 refer to the following telephone message.
Hello, Mr. Borne. This is Carrie from Aurora Travel calling to let you know what's going on with your travel reservations. I've already booked a flight for you and your wife to Fiji, leaving on June 5th. With the frequent flyer miles you have accrued, we were able to knock $199 off the starting fare. Your seats are in first class as you requested. I have also secured you a luxury suite for four nights at a new beachfront resort and arranged for a complimentary taxi to take you there when you arrive. Just to remind you, once your tickets are in the mail, they cannot be refunded. Call me if you have any questions at all. Thanks for choosing Aurora Travel; enjoy your trip and send us a postcard!
Questions 157 through 159 refer to the following lecture. 
Good morning, and thank you for attending.Could you a‖ please try to move down to the front of the room because the micЮ phone does not appear to be working. Now, you'll learn about the Domino marketing strategy which is a very new but increasingly popular system. With this new system you don't need any prior investment experience, or specialized knowledge to make money. The information and tips contained in this presentation will no doubt amaze you.So let's open up our books to the flowchart on page five,and take a look at the basic plan that l will be teaching today. After we complete this first chapter, I will be giving a quick quiz to test you on the material we covered today.
Questions 160 through 162 refer to the following announcement. 
Welcome ladies and gentlemen. If you are at today's Health Products Expo, then that means you are looking for ways to facilitate your healthy lifestyle.You can maintain good health by having a nutritious breakfast That's why I, Ron Santino, invented the new Juice Extractor. My machine extracts the vital juices, vitamins, and minerals from whatever you put into it, and gives it back to you all in one glass. And the whole process takes only two minutes! Up until now,this and other products of mine have been only available online but you can take one home today for only $59.95 Don't forget to grab a copy of the Santino Co. catalogue, featuring the Juice Extractor, and other items. If you are dissatisfied with any of our products,you get your money back. 
Questions 163 through 165 refer to the following voice mail message.
Good morning, Mr. Johansen. This is Michael Davis from Davis Construction Company and today is Monday, August 1st. I'm calling back with details about the project that our companies are undertaking. I will be out at the First Street site tomorrow with my construction team and we would like you to join us. We were recently informed by City Hall that our initial plan to add two more floors to the building has not been approved so this w‖ !require some significant changes. It will be necessary for us to make a decision tomorrow to maintain the schedule that we have set.
Questions 166 through 168 refer to the following short talk.
Thank you a‖ so much for presenting me with this award and l cannot express how happy I am. When I started my small Sievers Shipping company in my garage five years ago, l never thought that it would grow to what it is today. However, this business success cannot compare to the sort of satisfaction that I feel from the good that has come out of my humble charity efforts. This humanitarian award for helpingtransfer medical supplies throughout the world is much more important to me than the largest shipping contract. I always want to help people as much as possible and l hope that this aspect of my business will be able to expand and develop more in the future. 
Questions 169 through 171 refer to the following instructions.
Welcome everybody to the teen help hotline First of all, since this is everybody's first shift, I will be going over the nightly procedure.When you first arrive here to begin a shift, please sign in using the blue binder on the table at the entrance.When you get to your station, immediately turn your phone on as we cannot afford to miss any calls. Every newcomer will be paired with an experienced telephone aid worker for the first month Your partner will be able to answer many of your questions. If you are having trouble with a caller and your partner is on another line, please refer to the red binder for a list of common ways to help people with their problems.
Questions 172 through 174 refer to the following talk. 
Good afternoon,and welcome to the Martinson Agricultural Museum.My name is Jason and I will be leading your tour today Here we are cultivating about one million plants, and seventy different varieties in all. In total, the museum covers an area of 10 hectares. The soil types are quite varied across the site. This museum is a very important research site for the City University Department of Agriculture. As apublicly owned institution, these plants and the knowledge from the research conducted here, belongs to the entire community. After exploring the site and learning about various plants here, we will then go to the gift shop so you can purchase gifts for friends
Questions 175 through 177 refer to the following instructions.
I called this meeting to inform you all of our new filing system. Many of you have complained about the enormous space in our office that is being taken up by the storage of paper documents. Thus, while we have previously held both paper and electronic copies of all documents, from now on we will only be storing electronic copies. Beginning today, as soon as a file is saved to your computer, it will also besaved to a hard drive on the network. This will be a secure and more efficient way to handle our documents. A manual has been left on your desks detailing how you should change your day-to-day activities. Please look it over immediately. If you have any questions about the new procedures, please contact Wendy in Computer Services.
Questions 178 through 180 refer to the following advertisement.
Are you getting tired of a regular workout routine? Are you too busy to spend any more hours in the gym? Would you like to exercise more effectively? well, now you can. The new Extra Pill increases your muscle tone by adding a special combination of proteins to your body. It also increases your fat burning rate with its special metabolism-enhancing herb combination. Scientists and doctors agree that there isno safer and more effective way to increase muscle mass and to lower ones percentage of body fat. So, go out and get Extra Pill today and you will receive twenty percent off the purchase price. Hurry though, this limited time offer is only good until the end of the month at local drug stores.
Questions 181 through 183 refer to the following announcement'
Ladies and Gentlemen, may I have your attention, please? I want to take this chance to welcome you all on the night of the grand opening of Buona Notte. I hope you will enjoy our food, service, and atmosphere as much as we enjoy your being here. Our chef, Andre Longetti, has prepared an excellent menu that I hope you all will find pleasing and delicious. I suggest the capellini pomodoro. It's angel hair pasta tossed with fresh roma tomatoes, garlic, fresh basil and extra virgin olive oil. I hope you all have a lovely night and that we see you here again. Buon appetito!
Questions 184 through 186 refer to the following report
Good morning drivers on this foggy rainy day! 丁his is Don Crates with your 7:30 traffic report Already this morning, there have been three accidents on 2 of the main highways.On 35 West two minor accidents have occurred.One is west of Camden St.and the other is on the exit to 35 East Police and ambulances are on the scene and working on cleaning up the accident,and traffic is moving slowly On 694 going north,a semi‐truck has turned on its side and traffic is completely blocked back to County Road C. We'll keep you updated on the situation every 15 minutes, so stay tuned and drive safely.
Questions 187 through 189 refer to the following talk. 
Hello and welcome to the Hoover Dam Visitor Center on the site of the historic Hoover Dam. The dam was constructed between 1931 and 1936.The dam was named after Herbert Hoover,who played a large part in the construction of the dam, first as the secretary of commerce and later as President of the US. Currenty the dam helps provide hydro‐electric power to cities as far away as Los Angeles, California. The Hoover Dam has been designated as a national landmark since 1985 and has been functioning since it's construction was completed. If you follow me, I'll be pleased to give you a free tour of this marvelous structure.
Questions 190 through 192 refer to the following announcement. 
May l have your attention please! Thank you all for coming to the grand opening of the Mega Mall on this gloriously sunny June morning unlike a typical mall, inside you will find 1,000 stores to meet your every shopping need, as we‖ as an indoor amusement park complete with a roller coaster and water park. In the eastern part of the mall, you'll find many kinds Of technology stores, gift shops, sporting goods stores, and arts stores. In the western part, you'll find many different clothing stores, for everyone from children to big and tall folks. In the northern section, you'll find one giant food court along with music stores,video shops,as we‖ as a cinema with 16 theaters. In the southern part of the mall, you'll find a variety of toy stores, video game stores, entertainment stores, as we‖ as arcades, batting cages, and a bowling alley. Many stores are holding huge sales today, so take advantage of the savings. Welcome to the Mega Mall and enjoy your shopping!
Questions 193 through 195 refer to the following excerpt from a speech.
Greetings and welcome, ladies and gentlemen, to the 10th Semi‐Annual Writers' Convention We have brought together many of the best writers from all over the world !n our main auditorium, we will have speeches from best‐selling authors every hour to advise you on your writing. For genre writers, we have many rooms where top‐selling authors will be giving lectures on their specific genres and answer questions from attendees. Please check the schedules listed for these lectures.The genres have been separated into sections and they are a‖ marked by signs. We have also added brainstorming rooms where you can meet with other writers and discuss ideas.
Questions 196 through 198 refer to the following radio advertisement.
Tired of pizza and fast food for dinner? Then come on down to Gino's Authentic Italian Bistro in historic downtown Anoka at Main Street and 7th Avenue We offer real Italian dining at affordable prices in a friendly family atmosphere.We also have great lunch specials, student discounts, and the best lasagna in town. Since we opened five years ago, we've been judged the best Italian restaurant in RamseyCounty for three years So if you want a great ltalian dining experience,come on down to Gino's Authentic Italian Bistro in downtown Anoka at 7th and Main.
Questions 199 through 201 refer to the following talk.
Attention Lightspeed City customers! At 1:30 in our Computer Department, we will be offering a free demonstration of the new Dell XPS23 laptop. This innovative new notebook computer offers the best technology which is in a compact size to make your home and office life more efficient. You'll be able to burn your own DVDs and view them on an ultra-sharp, glossy 17-inch wide screen display. This computer also offers the best graphics around and many other features in a portable size and weight. Come see how this machine can change your life at 1:30 p.m. in the Computer Department. If you purchase this machine today, we'll also throw in a free Nvidia Turbo Graphics Card.
Questions 202 through 204 refer to the following talk.
Good morning everyone and welcome to our annual sales meeting.Thank you for arriving on time, those of you that are here. I see we have a few latecomers, which is understandable because of last night's heavy snowfall. To begin, l'm sure you've all heard that our sales are down from last year. This is largely because we had our best sales ranking in the history of our company last year and I admit that last yearwould be hard to top The purpose of today's meeting is to brainstorm for ideas on how to make our cereals and breakfast foods best sellers again. I'm sure you all have some ideas,so let's get started.
Questions 205 through 207 refer to the following talk.
Excuse rne everyone!l have an update on our new ca‖ center across the street. As you know, the new building has been under construction for the past 5 months. After next weekend, construction will finally be complete and we will start moving people into the building. Many of you have already made reservations for your work space to be moved to the new building and there are still a few spaces open if you would like to reserve them The new building will have state of the art technology for you to use as we‖ as a new air‐conditioning system. If you'd like to go to the new ca‖ center, please ask your supervisor for a reservation form and return it as soon as it's completed.
Questions 208 through 210 refer to the following talk. 
Good afternoon and welcome all to the new Museum of Film Art and History. First, our thanks and appreciation go to the Metropolitan Council of Arts for the their financial support and for allowing us to renew this incredible building. I would also like to show gratitude to Paulson & Co. Renovation for the excellent work they've already done here. In this wondrous new museum, we have galleries relating to different genres of film, as well as our screening room, where you can view many film masterpieces. Tonight, we will be showing our inaugural film, Gone With the Wind, free of charge to a‖ attendees. The starting time for the film will be in one hour. After the showing, you are a‖ welcome to visit our dining area for free snacks and drinks. For the time being, please feel free to explore the sections of this great new museum.
Questions 211 through 213 refer to the following report. 
And in today's news: improvements have been made in some hospitals since the Institute of Medicine re!eased a report last year that revealed thousands of people die each year because of medical mistakes. But, according to a recent nationwide study, the pace of change is so slow that the death rate has not changed much. Researchers blame the complexity of health care systems, a lack of leadership, and the reluctance of doctors to admit errors. Tune in tomorrow when the Secretary of Health and Human Services will talk more about this serious issue.This is Manny Rodriguez reporting from Washington,D.C. 
Questions 214 through 216 refer to the following announcement. 
Attention please. It is now 6:40 and the galleries will be closing in ten minutes.The museum will close promptly at 7:00 p.m. Officers are on duty and will direct visitors to the exit doors. We ask all guides to gather their groups together at this time. If you are in the gift shop, please bring your purchases to the register now. The museum has elevators for the convenience of disabled persons, and staff is on hand to assist you. The museum opens every day at 10 a.m. Thank you for your patronage.
Questions 217 through 219 refer to the following talk.
If you would please follow me into the stockroom, I'll show you how I want the inventory done Start on the top shelves and work your way down. One of you checks inside each box lo see how many items are left and the other person will record the information on an inventory sheet, which l will get for you in a minute. When you're done,please bring the inventory sheet into the front office and give it to Ms Greene, who places the merchandise orders.
Questions 220 through 222 refer to the following telephone message.
Hello Mr. Broderick. This is Dana Marcus from Purchasing at the Fashion Boutique. We just received your catalogue and are very impressed with your line of merchandise.There are many clothing items we're interested in buying. If possible, |'d like to meet with you tomorrow, sometime between 10 a.m.and noontime. I want to place an order and also discuss setting up a business account. Please call me back to let me know what time you're available. l'll be out of the office from 11:00 to 1:00 today, so if I'm not here when you call, please leave a message. Thanks. 
Questions 223 through 225 refer to the following talk.
I called this meeting to let you know that beginning September 18, we will need volunteers for a number of different moving projects. To complete a move of this size will take long hours, but the more of us working the shorter the time.Our goal is to have everything moved and the new office spaces assembled in two weeks. We need to be completely operational by Monday, October 8, when our overseas partners arrive. It will be a great opportunity to show them the new layout. If you can provide assistance, please let Dawn Madison know. She'll be our staffing coordinator.
Questions 226 through 228 refer to the following announcement.
Please be informed that the after - hours parking garage is finally completed and will be ready for use starting on Wednesday. The facility is well-lighted and is equipped with security cameras. For after‐hours access to the new garage,a‖ employees must obtain an ID badge for a monthly fee of $10.00. Please be aware that the after‐hours badge is not to be used for access during daytime hours because these spaces are needed for visitors during that time. It is only to be used between 5:30 p.m. and 9:00a.m. Anyone who would like to obtain a badge can do so at the Parking Facilities office, Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 12 p.m.
Questions 229 through 231 refer to the following recorded message.
Welcome to Blue Sky's automated reservation and flight status information line. If you would like to make a reservation, please press 1. To make a change to an existing reservation, press 2. To check the status of a flight, press 3. Blue Sky now offers an automatic notification system to electronically let you know if your flight is delayed or cancelled. You can receive notification voice or text messages that aresent directly to your mobile phone with current information on changes of flight departures, arrivals and gate numbers. For more information, log on to bluesky.com. Thank you for calling.
Questions 232 through 234 refer to the following talk. Primo Carpet Cleaning and I would like to take this time to tell you about our services. We have several different methods of cleaning that we have trained our expert technicians to use. They have learned to recognize the different types of fabrics, and they know how to match up the right cleaning method with the item that needs to be cleaned. We understand that your time is important to you and we do whatever it takes to be on time. That's what makes us different from the rest. Call for an appointment today and receive a free bottle of our special spot remover.
Questions 235 through 237 reｆer to the following message.
Hello, Fred. This is Karen Miller from Diamond Appliances. It's about eleven thirty. l'm calling about a shipment of lamps that went out on your truck this morning. It seems that the worker in shipping and receiving made a mistake on the delivery slip. She wrote down the customer's home address instead of her office address. I wanted to catch you before you go over there. The customer just called asking about the shipment, and I told her it's on the way. I'd like you to take them over to her office building downtown as soon as possible. Please call me back when you get this message so I can give you the address. Thanks
Questions 238 through 240 refer to the following talk.
Hello. My name is Judy Parker. It's a pleasure to be here on Talk Radio 103 FM. I've been a fitness consultant for 25 years and l'm here today to talk about work related stress. Workplace stress is usually caused by the combination of high demands in a job and a low amount of control over the situation, which often leads to poor performance or serious health problems.One of the best ways to reduce stress is to use your time more effectively. Simple techniques such as making checklists and delegating work can help to reduce your stress levels. Also, completing each high priority task before starting on the next one will give you a greater feeling of achievement and control of your work. Following this technique may help you feel less stressful and make it easier for you to get through the work day.
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