千万别学英语：提高版1B

Situation 15 Back at Home

Catherine: Wow, you're home early. It's only eight forty-five.

James: Yeah, it was a strange day at the office.

Catherine: Why? Did your presentation go poorly?

James: No. Nothing like that. In fact, it went really well. It's just that I had some trouble with a colleague.

Catherine: Who?

James: Do you remember Steve Dawson?

Catherine: Let me think. Didn't I meet him at the Christmas party?

James: Yes. That's him.

Catherine: That's right [fine]. I told you to be careful when working with him. He seems so aggressive. What did he do?

James: Oh, nothing really. I just thought we were supposed to be working together, but he seemed to be working against me.

Catherine: I told you to watch out for him. I remember I said...

James: (Cutting her off.) Yes, you told me. But I don't want to [wanna] talk about it now. Tomorrow is Saturday and I just want to [wanna] rest. Besides, we haven't had much time together either. How was your day?

Catherine: The same as always. I like teaching but sometimes the children are so wild.

James: But they love you and need you, just like me.

Catherine: Oh, stop. And, anyway, I don't want to [wanna] talk about my day either. Have you eaten?

James: Not since lunch. You?

Catherine: I was waiting for you. I thought you might be home early.

James: Great. What do you want?

Catherine: Let's order some Chinese food. I feel like staying at home and watching a vedio.

James: Perfect.
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Situation 16 Getting up in the Morning

(The alarm goes off but James is already up.)

James: Catherine, are you going to sleep all day or do I get some breakfast?

Catherine: Ah... What are you doing up so early? You never get up before me!

James: I'm so excited about the deal with Wang yesterday / that I'm actually looking forward to going to work.

Catherine: James honey, It is so nice to see you happy about your job. I know how long you have been waiting for some recognition 1 from your boss. And look, now your honesty and hard work are paying off.

James: Well, are you just going to lie in bed? Why don't you make some eggs, toast and coffee while I take a shower?

Catherine: All right, all right, I'm getting up.
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Situation 17 Breakfast

Catherine: Are two eggs going to be enough?

James: Plenty [Pleny]. I wouldn't mind another cup of coffee, though.

Catherine: You should eat a little more. It looks like you are going to have a big day at the office.

James: You may be right. But I can't really think of food right now, I've got too many other things on my mind.

Catherine: I just don't want you to run out of energy today.

James: Don't worry. I'll stop off on the way to the office at Dunkin Donuts and pick up a few donuts in case I get hungry between now and lunch.

Catherine: Oh, James! Donuts? Why don't you eat a more nutritious 2 breakfast? You are not a college kid anymore.

James: You're right, but the fact is I love donuts; always have, always will. Well, I should get going. I want to get to the office a little early today, I have to figure out a way to smooth things out between Steve and Mr. Barnes.

Catherine: Okay, honey. Have a good day. Ah... What time will you be home?

James: I have a feeling Mr. Barnes is planning to take us out to dinner tonight to celebrate yesterday's deal.

Catherine: Would it do any good for me to ask you not to drink too much at the dinner tonight?

James: Probably not.

Catherine: Hn... I didn't think so, but you know I had to ask anyway.

James: Don't worry honey. If I drink tonight I'll take a texi home.

Catherine: Okay. Have a good day. I'll see you tonight.

James: See you tonight.
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Situation 18 At Dunkin Donuts


(James enters Dunkin Donuts.)

Clerk: Good morning. Welcome to Dunkin Donuts.
James: Good morning. Are the donuts fresh this morning?

Clerk: Yes sir, we made them about an hour ago.

James: Good. In that case I'd better pick up a few for the rest of guys at the office. Do you have a special if I order more than a dozen?

Clerk: As a matter of fact, we are having a September special. For every dozen donuts you order we'll give you a thirteenth donut free.

James: In that case, give me a dozen chocolate and a dozen jelly 3 filled?

Clerk: Yes sir, here you are. Will that be all?

James: Also, would you fill my thermos 4 up with coffee? We have a coffee machine at the office, but it's not as good as your coffee.

Clerk: There you are, sir. Two dozen donuts / and one thermos of coffee. That will be six dollars and seventy-five cents.

James: All I have is a fifty dollar bill. Can you make change this early in the morning?

Clerk: No problem. Here is your change. Have a nice day.

James: Thanks. You too.
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Situation 19 At the Office

(When James arrives at the office his secretary is already there.)

James: Good morning, Stacy.

Stacy: Good morning, Mr. Goddard. Mr. Barnes asked to see as soon as you got in.

James: Did he say what it is about?

Stacy: No, but he said to ask you to come up to his office as soon as you arrive. I assume it's about the Wang account.

James: I'm sure you are right. Thank you, Stacy. By the way, I brought some donuts. Feel free to help yourself.

Stacy: Mr. Goddard! You know I'm trying to watch my weight.

James: I forgot. Anyway, why don't you put them out so everyone in the office can help themselves.

Stacy: What's the special occasion? I don't recall you ever bringing donuts for everyone before.

James: Let's just say that I'm in a good mood today. Well, I'd better get up to Mr. Barnes' office. Wish me luck.

Stacy: Good luck!
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Situation 20 Mr. Barnes' Office

(James knocks on Mr. Barnes' door and enters his office.)

James: You asked for me, sir?

Mr. Barnes: Ah, Goddard. Good, come right in. Listen, I want to ask your opinion about a few things. First, let me tell you again how pleased I am at the way you handled the Wang account. As you know this is a huge account / and it's going to require its own management team.

James: Thank you, sir.

Mr. Barnes: Wang computers wants us to not only develop a new set of software for the new operating system we are designing for them, but they also wants us to develop new marketing 5 strategies for this system. Something similar to what Apple did with their new line of Macintosh computers. That was a brilliant marketing idea to build the processor right into the monitor. And you know how successful they were in developing great advertising 6 for their new products.

James: Yes sir. Apple was able to regain 7 their share of the market with the combination of a great product and good advertising.

Mr. Barnes: Well, Goddard. I need the team that can do the same thing for us and Wang computers. I am thinking of making you the man in charge of putting this team together and managing it. Do you think you could handle an assignment like that?

James: Do you mean that I could choose my own team?

Mr. Barnes: With my approval of course.

James: Yes sir. I think with the right people working with me, that I can make the most of our partnership 8 with Wang computers.

Mr. Barnes: Good. That's what I wanted to hear. I am promoting you to the Executive 9 Director in charge of the Wang account. Now, you are going to need a good assistant. Do you have anyone in mind?

James: Yes sir, I do. Steve Dawson.

Mr. Barnes: Dawson!? From what I saw at the meeting yesterday, he didn't seem to be a team player. He was looking out for his own interest.

James: Well, yes. It did seem that way, but there are a few things you should know about Steve Dawson, sir. First, he has been with the company much longer than I have without a promotion 10 / and the Wang account was his big chance. That is why he was so aggressive. Second, when I came into the company, there were so many things that I didn't know. Steve was never selfish with his time and he taught me a lot. Third, I think if he is given a chance, he can develop a great advertising package for the new system we are developing for our partnership with Wang computers. Last but not least, Steve and I really work well together.

Mr. Barnes: I must say, I am impressed with your loyalty 11. All right then, I want you to take Dawson to lunch today / and inform him of his promotion / to Assistant Executive Director in charge of the Wang deal.

James: Thank you, sir. I can assure you that you won't regret your decision.

Mr. Barnes: All right, Goddard. That's all. You can go.

James: Yes, sir.

Mr. Barnes: Oh, Goddard, one more thing.

James: Sir?

Mr. Barnes: You can put the lunch bill on your new executive expense account.

James: Yes, sir!
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Situation 21 James' Office

James: Stacy, would you get Steve Dawson on the line for me, please?

Stacy: Right away, Mr. Goddard. (Dials Steve's extension) Mr. Dawson, this is Mr. Goddard's office, please hold for Mr. Goddard.

James: (Speaking on the phone) Good morning Steve, how's it going?

Steve: James! Yeah... I'm okay. How are you?

James: I'm doing pretty well this morning. But you don't sound so good. Is something wrong?

Steve: Well, it's just that I've been worrying all night about what happened yesterday. I still feel terrible about the way I acted in the meeting.

James: Listen, I told you last night to forget about it.

Steve: I know you did. But I can't get over it so easily. I really feel like I let you down yesterday.

James: Look, do you have any plans for lunch today?

Steve: Nothing special, why?

James: Then why don't you let me buy you lunch today?

Steve: Actually, I feel like I should buy you lunch.

James: No, today lunch will be on me. Should we meet at twelve o'clock, then?

Steve: All right, I'll see you at noon.

James: See you then, Bye.

Steve: Bye.
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Situation 22 At the Restaurant

Steve: Wow, this is a really expensive place. Are you sure you want to eat here? Why don't we just go get a couple of sandwiches?

James: Don't worry about that.

(The waitress greets them.)

Waitress: Good afternoon. How many people today?

James: Just the two of us.

Waitress: Would you like a booth?

James: That will be fine, thank you.

Waitress: All right, follow me please.

(James and Steve are seated.)

Waitress: Here is our lunch menu with the specials listed on the right. I would especially like to recommend the steak and lobster 12 combination. The lobster is very fresh.

Steve: I think I will just have the soup and salad special, please.

James: What are you talking about? Why don't we both get the steak and lobster special? It sounds great.

Steve: But James, that will be a sixty dollar lunch bill. I know what your salary is / and you can't afford lunches like this.

James: Don't worry about it. This goes on a company credit card.

Steve: But / we don't have company credit cards.

James: As of today, I have one.

Steve: James! {Does} that mean that you got a promotion?

James: Let's order first, then I'll tell you all about it. Waitress, We'd like two of the steak and lobster specials.

Waitress: Yes, sir. And how would you like your steak?

James: Medium rare, please.

Waitress: And you, sir?

Steve: Make mine medium well, please.

Waitress: Fine. Anything to drink today?

James: Yes, I believe we will have two glasses of your best red wine.

Waitress: Very good. Will that be all?

James: Yes, Thank you.

Steve: Would you tell me what's going on? I'm dying of curiously 13.

James: I met Mr. Barnes this morning and we had a very interesting talk about the Wang account.

Steve: What did he say?

James: Well, first of all, you are looking at a new Executive Director in charge of the Wang account development team.

Steve: Are you serious? Congratulations James, you really deserve it. Wow! An executive position, I can't believe it.

James: That's not all. Mr. Barnes thinks that what this account really needs is not only technical support / but a new promotional strategy to emphasize the strengths of our software and Wang's operating systems. My new job is to put together and supervise 14 team / to continue technical development and support. In addition, as I just mentioned, the team will have to come up with a new and innovative 15 marketing strategy for the product.

Steve: That all sounds great, James. I'm really happy for you. If I {had} been just a little more of a team player, perhaps Mr. Barnes would {of} promoted me to the team as well. I guess I really missed my chance yesterday.

James: Well, that is what I wanted to talk to you about over lunch today. Even though things didn't go that well for you yesterday, I understand why it happened. I know how much stress you {have} been under at work to bring in a big contract.

Steve: To be honest, I haven't been sleeping very well because of the stress.

James: Also, I remember how much you helped me when I first joined the company. That is why I want you to be my right hand man on the new team. Mr. Barnes authorized 16 me to offer you the Assistant Executive Director's position.

Steve: You're not joking, are you? You are being serious with me?

James: I'm being totally serious.

Steve: I can't believe it. This is the chance I've been waiting for. But, I don't understand. Yesterday Mr. Barnes looked like he was ready to fire me. What changed his mind?

James: I don't think he was really that mad at you. But he did ask me who I wanted to be second hand command on my team / and I said that I wanted you.

Steve: After yesterday you would still do this for me?

James: Like I said before, I understand why you acted the way you did yesterday. I also need your advertising expertise 17 on the team.

Steve: I don't know what to say. This is the promotion I've been waiting for.

James: Congratulations, Steve.

(Waitress brings the food and drinks.)

Waitress: Here are your orders and your drinks. Enjoy your meal.

James/Steve: Thank you.

Waitress: If there is anything else I can get you, please let me know.

(James picks up his wine glass.)

James: Let's make a toast to our new team.

Steve: Cheers!
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Situation 23 Back at the Office

James: Stacy, could you come in to my office for a minute?

Stacy: I'll be right there, Mr. Goddard.

James: Sit down, Stacy.

Stacy: Thank you.

James: Stacy, do you like working for me?

Stacy: Yes, Mr. Goddard. Very much.

James: Well, I have been promoted to executive position, and I'm going to need a secretary that can handle the pressure. Do you think you can do the job? Of course there would be a raise with the new job.

Stacy: Congratulations, Mr. Goddard! That's a great news! Of course I would like to continue to work for you in your new position. And don't worry, I can handle it.

James: Good, that's settled then. Just one thing, if I need you to start working before nine o'clock, I hope you don't complain.

Stacy: Of course, Mr. Goddard. You won't hear me complain.

James: Good, then let's start packing for the move to our new office.