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A Car Accident - Part 2 - LINC 3.20

Published on Friday, September 13, 2013 in

Watch the video. Listen and repeat to improve your pronunciation. Complete the exercise below.
before we do   •  all of that   •  Can you bring   •  how the accident happened   •  I don't think   •  was coming   •  at the exit   •  the other   •  will be   •  we're going to have to   •  Could I have   •  Can you give me   •  will be looking   •  brought   •  I need you to   •  before I backed out   •  do you have   •  report an accident   •  is parked   •  It happened   •  was hurt  
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At Brenda's Office
BRENDA: ICBC, ICBC ... Insurance Corporation of BC, Dial-a-Claim, 520-8222.
5-2-0-8-2-2-2.
RECEPTIONIST: Hello, ICBC. How can I help you?
BRENDA: Hello. I'd like to .
RECEPTIONIST: Okay. your name, address, and telephone number?
BRENDA: My name is Brenda Hooper, that's H-o-o-p-e-r, and my address is 1534
Pine Street, Apartment 214. And my phone number is 734-1207.
RECEPTIONIST: Okay. give me your driver's licence, your licence plate number, your registration number, and your car insurance information.
BRENDA: Yes, I think I have right here.
RECEPTIONIST: How many vehicles were in the accident?
BRENDA: Two.
RECEPTIONIST: Did you get driver's information, too?
BRENDA: Yes, I did.
RECEPTIONIST: Good. I'll need that information in a moment. But first, I'll give you your claim number.
BRENDA: Okay.
RECEPTIONIST: It's E-1-7-9-8-6-2-8
BRENDA: E-1-7-9-8-6-2-8.
RECEPTIONIST: your car in at one p.m. next Tuesday?
BRENDA: Yes, I think I can.
RECEPTIONIST: Okay. Your appointment Tuesday at one. Now when did the accident happen?
BRENDA: today, March twenty-first, at about 2:30 in the afternoon.
RECEPTIONIST: And where did it happen?
BRENDA: It happened of a parking lot on Maple Street.
RECEPTIONIST: And can you tell me ?
BRENDA: Yes, I was backing out of the parking stall ....
At ICBC
BRENDA: Hi, my name is Brenda Hooper.
ADJUSTER: Yes, yes, Ms. Hooper. your claim file, please?
BRENDA: Yes, here it is.
ADJUSTER: And all your information with you—your car insurance, your vehicle registration?
BRENDA: Yes, I everything.
ADJUSTER: Okay. An estimator at the damaged vehicle while we
double-check your claim.
BRENDA: Okay. My car right over there. And the damage is on the rear
left side.
ADJUSTER: Okay. We'll get to that later. Now, how did it happen?
BRENDA: Well, that the accident was entirely my fault. I mean, I checked for other cars . It's just, I couldn't see around that parked van. And the other truck so fast ....
ADJUSTER: Okay. Well, take a formal statement from you.
BRENDA: Fine. I'm just thankful no one .
ADJUSTER: For sure. Now, the statement, let's make sure the information in the file is correct. Could I have your documents?
BRENDA: Sure.
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Video courtesy TRU University – Open Learning Division

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At the Employment Office - Part 2 - LINC 3.19

Published on Tuesday, September 10, 2013 in ,

Watch the video. Listen and repeat to improve your pronunciation. Complete the exercise below.
to inquire   •  when I can speak   •  job listed   •  what I did   •  typing job listed   •  keep trying   •  putting it off   •  drop it off   •  who to see   •  former employer   •  job posted   •  check out   •  as a secretary   •  dropped by   •  started looking  
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At CEC Counsellor's
COUNSELLOR: Mrs. Ming?
JOYCE: Yes, that's right.
COUNSELLOR: Please have a seat.
JOYCE: Thank you.
COUNSELLOR: I'm Mrs. O'Leary, your counsellor.
JOYCE: Nice to meet you.
COUNSELLOR: So, for a secretarial job.
JOYCE: Yes. This feels kind of strange. I for work in a long time.9
COUNSELLOR: Which hours to work?
JOYCE: Well, I regular hours.
COUNSELLOR: I see here you have experience as a secretary. What are your job skills?
JOYCE: Well, bookkeeping and payroll.
COUNSELLOR: with a computer much?
JOYCE: I'm trained on the typewriter. I'm a good typist. And to improve my computer skills.
COUNSELLOR: How well can you manage a computer?
JOYCE: Well, I'm just starting.
COUNSELLOR: Well, I should let you know that the job you're interested in requires computer skills.
JOYCE: Oh, I see.
COUNSELLOR: taking a computer course?
JOYCE: Well, a refresher typing class for the past few weeks.
COUNSELLOR: It might be a good idea to consider a computer course. Most of the secretarial jobs with us require computer skills.
JOYCE: Oh, so computer skills for most jobs.
COUNSELLOR: Well, you could check the classified ads under Help Wanted. Sometimes other jobs are advertised in the newspaper. Anyway, you're registered with us, so if anything comes up, we'll let you know.
JOYCE: Thanks.
COUNSELLOR: Can you tell me working?
JOYCE: Immediately. Well, as soon as for child care.
COUNSELLOR: Good. Here's my card. And if I can be of any assistance, please make an appointment to see me.
JOYCE: Thank you for your help.
COUNSELLOR: My pleasure. Good luck.
JOYCE: Bye-bye.
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Video courtesy TRU University – Open Learning Division

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A Plumbing Problem - Part 2 - LINC 3.18

Published on Monday, September 9, 2013 in ,

Watch the video. Listen and repeat to improve your pronunciation. Complete the exercise below.
have to fix   •  have to shower   •  need the pipe fixed   •  would call   •  you'll have to be   •  have it repaired   •  he'll be obliged   •  get some repairs done   •  fill it out   •  If you win   •  long enough  
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Two Days Later
ESTER: Mr. Carmichael! I need to talk to you.
MANAGER: Sure. What can I do for you?
ESTER: It's been four days now, and I still don't have any hot water. I at my friend's.
MANAGER: Well, don't worry. I'll by tomorrow.
ESTER: You said that two days ago! You've been saying that since the pipe broke.
MANAGER: Well, patient. Plumbers take their time.
ESTER: I've been patient . I want hot water by tomorrow.
MANAGER: No problem.
Six Days Later
RECEPTIONIST: Yes?
ESTER: I'm a tenant. Can you help me in my apartment?
RECEPTIONIST: What's the problem?
ESTER: Well, a pipe started to leak underneath the kitchen sink. I called my landlord and he tried to fix it. Then he said he a plumber.
RECEPTIONIST: Well, how long has this been?
ESTER: About six days. I have no hot water. I have to take shower at a friend's. Doesn't the landlord it?
RECEPTIONIST: Yes, he does. Now what was your name?
ESTER: Ester Gueverra.
RECEPTIONIST: Miss Gueverra, if you'd just like to have a seat, I'll have an information officer speak to you right away.
ESTER: Thanks.
INFORMATION OFFICER: Ms. Gueverra?
ESTER: Yes?
INFORMATION OFFICER: Hi, I'm George Simpson. So, how long have you been without hot water?
ESTER: It's been about six days now.
INFORMATION OFFICER: Have you informed the landlord in writing that you ?
ESTER: No, but I've told him over and over again. He keeps promising to get it fixed, then he doesn't.
INFORMATION OFFICER: Okay. You can make an application under section nine to bring the case to arbitration. , then he'll have to fix the leak immediately…
ESTER: Okay, how do I make an application?
INFORMATION OFFICER: Fill out this form. Leave one with me and take two for yourself. Give one to the manager. Then by law to come to the hearing.
ESTER: Okay. Can I fill it out here?
INFORMATION OFFICER: Sure. This paper here has the time and place of the hearing, so just come back at the time on that paper.
ESTER: Okay, I'll right away.
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Video courtesy TRU University – Open Learning Division

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LINC 3.01 - Reporting a Stolen Bicycle

Published on Tuesday, July 31, 2012 in , ,

Watch the video. Listen and repeat to improve your pronunciation. Complete the exercise below.
I think   •  was locked   •  taken   •  Do you think   •  send an officer out   •  another   •  was the bicycle stolen   •  how much you loved   •  what we need   •  I think   •  Can you give me   •  we'd better   •  I know   •  could you get  
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LISA: Oh, no! Mom! Mom!
TASHA: What's wrong?
LISA: Somebody stole my bicycle!
TASHA: Stolen?! Right out of the back yard?!
LISA: And it .
TASHA: Look at the lock. They just cut right through it.
LISA: Those rotten thieves!
TASHA: Ah, I'm so sorry, sweetheart. that bike.
LISA: we'll ever get it back?
TASHA: I don't know, but report the robbery to the police. Let's go in the house and call right away.
LISA: Okay.
TASHA: Sweetheart, the telephone?
LISA: Shall I dial 911 (nine one one)?
TASHA: No, 911 is only for emergencies.
LISA: But this is an emergency!
TASHA: Well, the police might not think so. Let's look for number.
LISA: Okay.
TASHA: This is . Non-Emergency Calls. 6-6-5-3-3-2-l. Hello!
POLICE CLERK: Police. Crime Reports.
TASHA: Yes, I'd like to report a stolen bicycle.
POLICE CLERK: your name, address, and telephone number, please?
TASHA: Yes, my name is Tasha Starski, S-t-a-r-s-k-i. My address is 189 Rosemary Avenue. And my telephone number is 662-3894.
POLICE CLERK: And when ?
TASHA: it was sometime last night.
POLICE CLERK: Was anything else ?
TASHA: I don't think so—well, I didn't check.
POLICE CLERK: Okay. We'll to get the details. If there's anything else missing, you can report it then.
TASHA: Okay. Thanks. I appreciate that.
POLICE CLERK: You're very welcome.
TASHA: Goodbye.
POLICE CLERK: Bye now.
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Returning a Faulty Product - LINC 3.02

Published on Monday, July 30, 2012 in , ,

Watch the video. Listen and repeat to improve your pronunciation. Complete the exercise below.
go over   •  seems to be   •  Let's check   •  to be   •  cutting the messages off   •  if we just reverse   •  can only get   •  I guess   •  should be   •  be okay   •  I don't think   •  only records   •  be   •  If you have   •  if you need them   •  check it out   •  everything should  
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CLERK: Yes, okay. Thank you. Right. Bye-bye. Hi. How can I help you?
ANTHONY: Hi. I'd like to return this answering machine.
CLERK: I see. And do you have a receipt?
ANTHONY: Yes, here. I bought it last week.
CLERK: And what the problem?
ANTHONY: It doesn't work.
CLERK: It doesn't play your messages?
ANTHONY: No. I mean, yes. There seems something wrong with the recording mechanism.
CLERK: And how is that?
ANTHONY: It one or two messages, and then it cuts off. I two messages.
CLERK: Hmm, let's . Power plug goes in here. Telephone goes in here. And this goes to the phone outlet.
ANTHONY: That's the way I had it.
CLERK: Good. the outgoing message.
ANSWERING MACHILNE-ANTHONY: You have reached 278-5534. Please leave a message and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.
ANTHONY: That part works well. It's the incoming messages that get cut off.
CLERK: Hmm. Are there any messages on the machine now?
ANTHONY: Yes. But it only recorded one and half messages.
CLERK: Right. Let's look at the incoming message tape .... Outgoing message, incoming message. Ahhh! Here's the problem.
ANTHONY: What is it?
CLERK: The tapes are in the wrong places.
ANTHONY: Wrong places?
CLERK: That's right. The outgoing message tape is very short. And it on this side. The longer tape should on this side.
ANTHONY: Oh, I understand. So, the shorter tape is ?
CLERK: Right. So the tapes, everything should be okay.
ANTHONY: Oh, great!
CLERK: Would you like me to the operating instructions?
ANTHONY: No, it's necessary now. The tapes are in the right place. So, be okay.
CLERK: I think you're right. Anyway, the instructions are in the manual .
ANTHONY: Okay, great. I don't have to return it now.
CLERK: It should .
ANTHONY: Thanks for your help.
CLERK: Oh, you're welcome. any other problems, just let me know.
ANTHONY: I will. Bye!
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Buying Airline Tickets - LINC 3.03

Published on Sunday, July 29, 2012 in , ,

Watch the video. Listen and repeat to improve your pronunciation. Complete the exercise below.
want to fly   •  with tax   •  at five o'clock   •  There is   •  Can you book   •  The earliest flight   •  I'll take   •  an aisle seat   •  like to pay   •  arrives   •  on the eighteenth   •  like to rent   •  have to be   •  Can I   •  departures   •  make the reservation   •  too late   •  want to go   •  would you prefer   •  want to return   •  in the evening   •  is there   •  by cheque   •  in the morning   •  to confirm  
CLERK: Hello. help you?
MANUEL: Yes, I to Prince George.
CLERK: Certainly, when do you ?
MANUEL: I there for a meeting on the morning of the nineteenth.
CLERK: on the nineteenth arrives at 9:30 (nine-thirty) .
MANUEL: Oh, that's . I have to be there for a flower show competition at nine. What flights do you have on the eighteenth?
CLERK: What time?
MANUEL: The afternoon's fine.
CLERK: Okay. I have a flight that arrives in Prince George at eight o'clock .
MANUEL: That's perfect. that for me, please?
CLERK: Yes, of course.
MANUEL: And a meal on that flight?
CLERK: Yes, there is.
MANUEL: Is there a selection?
CLERK: Yes. a regular meal or a vegetarian dish. Which ?
MANUEL: the vegetarian, please.
CLERK: Certainly.
MANUEL: And I'd like , please.
CLERK: An aisle seat? Yes. Learning English in the Community VIDEO SCRIPT Page 2, LlNC 3.03
MANUEL: Good. And, I'd a car at the airport. Could you arrange that for me?
CLERK: No, I'm sorry. But you can use the courtesy phone in the lobby to .
MANUEL: That's okay. I'll call from work.
CLERK: And when do you from Prince George?
MANUEL: I have to be back on the nineteenth, after the competition. Do you have any late-afternoon ?
CLERK: Yes, I have a flight that leaves Prince George at five o'clock and here at 7:30 (seven-thirty).
MANUEL: That's fine.
CLERK: So, departing for Prince George at 5:30 (five thirty) ... and returning from Prince George on the nineteenth .
MANUEL: Yes, that's good.
CLERK: Please call this number your flight. The confirmation should be made a few days prior to travel.
MANUEL: Yes, of course.
CLERK: So, that comes to $525.00 (five hundred and twenty-five dollars), . How would you for that?
MANUEL: I'll pay .
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Invitation to a Party - LINC 3.04

Published on Saturday, July 28, 2012 in , ,

Watch the video. Listen and repeat to improve your pronunciation. Complete the exercise below.
this time of year   •  I'll call   •  like to check   •  I've got to   •  to babysit   •  some other time   •  can we bring   •  I'd appreciate that   •  See you around   •  I'm having   •  that's too bad   •  to go   •  to see you   •  thanks for   •  sounds good   •  I'd like that   •  I can't right now   •  hope so   •  I'll check with   •  got to go   •  I hope   •  be happy to   •  How about   •  getting   •  I'll let you know   •  a great workout   •  are you feeling   •  We'd love to  
MANSOUREH: Good shot, Wendy! You win again!
WENDY: Okay. Well, the game, Mansoureh. Oh, I've .
MANSOUREH: Okay. I'll see you next week?
WENDY: Sure. Monday?
MANSOUREH: I can't, Monday. take my niece to her dance lesson. How about Tuesday?
WENDY: Tuesday. Tuesday I'm working. I think Wednesday's okay.
MANSOUREH: Wednesday . But I'd my calendar.
WENDY: Sure. Okay, you later.
MANSOUREH: Okay. .
WENDY: Okay.
MANUEL: Hi, Wendy.
WENDY: Hi, Manuel.
MANUEL: Hi, Mansoureh.
MANSOUREH: Hi, Manuel.
MANUEL: How was your game?
MANSOUREH: It was good. Wendy gave me .
MANUEL: Yeah!
MANSOUREH: How about you?
MANUEL: I think I'm a cold.
MANSOUREH: Oh, .
MANUEL: Yeah, I always get one .
MANSOUREH: Maybe it's allergies.
MANUEL: Maybe. It's hard to tell. Otherwise, I'm okay.O SCRIPT Page 2, LINC 3.04
MANSOUREH: Well, well enough to play another game of tennis?
MANUEL: I am. But . I have to work at three o'clock.
MANSOUREH: Well, maybe .
MANUEL: Yeah, sure, . Oh, by the way. a party. Would you and Ali like to come?
MANSOUREH: A party? When?
MANUEL: Saturday night. Around eight o'clock.
MANSOUREH: come. But we promised my sister's son.
MANUEL: Oh, children are invited, too.
MANSOUREH: Well, my sister. Will other children be there?
MANUEL: No. I don't think so.
MANSOUREH: Yeah, I think he might be bored if there aren't any other children there.
MANUEL: Yeah, I think you're right.
MANSOUREH: Well, I'll check with my sister, and if she can get someone else, we'd love to come. .
MANUEL: Sure thing. you can come.
MANSOUREH: Me, too. Oh, anything?
MANUEL: Yeah, . Could you bring a dessert?
MANSOUREH: I'd .
MANUEL: Okay. Well, ah ... thanks, Mansoureh. And I hope Saturday night, then.
MANSOUREH: I , too.
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