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Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)|ビジネス会話(中級1章)
Lesson68: Discussing the details of a business trip

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. brief 手短な、簡潔な
  I had a brief talk with the team leaders this afternoon.
2. ceremony 式、儀式
  She left before the closing ceremony of the new building.
3. speech 演説
  Everyone was there to listen to the president’s speech.
4. district 地方、地域、管区
  Ginza is a Western-style shopping district located in Tokyo.
5. prospect 予想、見通し
  We must always think of every prospect of success.
PART A_3
I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.
PART A_4
1. Are your meetings usually long or brief?
2. When was the last time you attended a work-related ceremony?
3. Have you ever listened to someone make a speech during a company event?
4. In what district is your office located?
5. Where do you usually talk about business prospects?
PART B_1
Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.
PART B_2

Shall we have a brief rundown of our schedule? Emma, please give us the details.
Okay, we are heading to Hong Kong on October 3.

Right, go on.
We are going to attend the opening ceremony of our new store where Mr. Ron will give a speech.

What time is that?
The ceremony is going to be held the next day in Sha Tin district at 4:00 p.m.

Okay.
At 8:00, we will meet with our business partners and discuss some prospects.

Is the presentation done?
All done, sir. We are also planning to visit other clients.

Great!
PART C_1
Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, filling in the blanks as you remember the sentence you just read.
PART C_2

Shall we have a _________ of our schedule? Emma, please give us the details.
Okay, we are heading to Hong Kong on October 3.

Right, go on.
We are going to attend the opening ceremony of our new store where Mr. Ron will give a speech.

What time is that?
The ceremony is going to be held the next day in Sha Tin _______ at 4:00 p.m.

Okay.
At 8:00, we will meet with our business partners and discuss some _________.

Is the presentation done?
All done, sir. We are also planning to visit other clients.

Great!
PART D_1
Let’s read the new dialogue. Read aloud, filling in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.
PART D_2

Shall we have a brief rundown of our schedule? Emma, please give us the details.
Okay, we are heading to Los Angeles on August 3.

Right, go on.
We are going to attend the _________ of our new store where Mr. Ron will _______.

What time is that?
The ceremony is going to be held the next day in the Arts district at 4:00 p.m.

Okay.
At 6:00, we will meet with our business partners and discuss some prospects.

Good. I think that’s all settled. Thank you, Emma.
No problem, sir.

PART E_1
Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.
PART E_2
Your boss asked you to give a brief rundown of your company’s business trip to Saitama. Share the following details:
1. Time of arrival
2. Time and venue of meeting with business partners
Your tutor will act as the boss.

PART E_3
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)
Grammar
文法
Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語
Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)|ビジネス会話(中級1章)
Lesson67: Understanding a business travel guide

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. vital 必須の、不可欠な
  The support of our citizens is vital for this project.
2. economic 経済の、経済上の
  There is a lot of companies that are facing economic problems because of COVID-19.
3. monument 記念碑、遺跡
  Senso-ji is one of the most visited monuments in Tokyo.
4. downtime 休憩時間
  I’m planning to take a nap during my downtime.
5. annual 一年の、年一回の
  The businessmen from Europe will gather for the annual business convention.
PART A_3
I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.
PART A_4
1. What is the most vital skill that you need to have at work?
2. Do you discuss economic matters during your meetings?
3. Are there monuments near your office?
4. What do you usually do during your downtime?
5. In which month does your company hold its annual meeting?
PART B_1
Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.
PART B_2

It says here in the business travel guide that Prague is a vital economic center.
Yes, that’s why we have to remember that preparing our business cards with translation is a must.

Right. Also, while in Prague, we can see a lot of monuments and buildings from the Baroque period.
Maybe we can take a look during our downtime.

Yes, of course.
What does it say about the Prague Congress Center?

It’s a multipurpose hall for conferences, theatre performances, and concerts. The largest of its kind.
Wow, I’m looking forward to the annual conference for architects then.

It should be interesting. The city offers good food and beer too.
Awesome!

PART C_1
Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks as you remember the sentence you just read.
PART C_2

It says here in the business travel guide that Prague is a ______ economic center.
Yes, that’s why we have to remember that preparing our business cards with translation is a must.

There are also a lot of ________ and buildings from the Baroque period.
Maybe we can take a look during ________ .

Yes, of course.
What does it say about the Prague Congress Center?

It’s a multipurpose hall for conferences, theatre performances, and concerts. The largest of its kind.
Wow! I’ll be looking forward to the annual conference for architects then.

It should be interesting. The city offers good food and beer too.
Awesome!

PART D_1
Let’s read the new dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.
PART D_2

It says here in the business travel guide that Jakarta is a vital _________ .
Yes, it’s Indonesia’s capital after all.

There are also a lot of monuments and museums around Merdeka Square.
Maybe we can take a look during our downtime.

Yes, of course.
What does it say about Hotel Borobudur?

It’s one of the finest 5-star luxury hotels in Jakarta
Wow! I’ll be looking forward to the _______ conference for architects then.

It should be interesting. Also, while in Jakarta, we will be dealing with a lot of project investors.
That’s right. That’s why we have to remember that preparing our business cards with translation is a must.

PART E_1
Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.
PART E_2
Remind your co-worker to prepare his/her business card with translation for your business trip to Prague. Your tutor will act as the co-worker.
PART E_3
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give a short feedback on how your student did in your class.)
Grammar
文法
Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語
Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)|ビジネス会話(中級1章)
Lesson53: Making and understanding a complaint

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. nature 本質、特質
  Please explain the nature of the customer’s inquiry.
2. constantly 常に
  I am constantly thinking of deadlines.
3. system システム
  You will learn how our system works during the training.
4. current 現在の
  She is the current editor of the newspaper.
5. maintenance メンテナンス
  My house needs maintenance.
PART A_3
I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.
PART A_4
1. What is the nature of your job?
2. Do you constantly check your emails?
3. When was the last time you had trouble with your company’s system?
4. What is the current number of people in your department?
5. When was the last time your office underwent maintenance?
PART B_1
Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.
PART B_2

Hello, how may I assist you?
I would like to make a complaint.

I’m sorry to hear that, ma’am. May I ask the nature of your complaint?
Well, my connection has been constantly dropping out.

I understand how frustrating this must be, ma’am. I will do my best to help.
Yes. I am working from home and have a lot of tasks to finish. Please resolve it ASAP.

Can I get your router number, ma’am? I will check if there is a reported issue with our network in your area.
Here is my router number, 9987653.

I’m afraid our system does not show any current maintenance in your area.
Is that so? The problem must be on my end.

We can send our representative to check your internet tomorrow at 9:00 a.m.
Yes, please. Thank you.

PART C_1
Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks as you remember the sentence you just read.
PART C_2

Hello, how may I assist you?
I would like to make a complaint.

I’m sorry to hear that, ma’am. May I ask the nature of your complaint?
Well, my connection has been _______ dropping out.

I understand how frustrating this must be, ma’am. I will do my best to help.
Yes. I am working from home and have a lot of tasks to finish. Please resolve it ASAP.

Can I get your router number, ma’am? I will check if there is a reported issue with our network in your area.
Here is my router number, 9987653.

I’m afraid our ______ does not show any current ________ in your area.
Is that so? The problem must be on my end.

We can send our representative to check your internet tomorrow at 9:00 a.m.
Yes, please. Thank you.

PART D_1
Let’s read the new dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.
PART D_2

Hello, how may I assist you?
I would like to make a complaint.

I’m sorry to hear that, ma’am. May I ask the ______ of your complaint?
I just paid for my internet service but I suddenly lost connection.

Can I get your router number, ma’am?
Here is my router number, 9427653.

There is no _____ record of your payment ma’am. I believe it was because our system is under maintenance.
Please resolve it ASAP as I have a lot of work to do.

Yes, ma’am. Please expect your internet to return in an hour. We will call you again for details.
Okay, I’ll be waiting.

PART E_1
Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.
PART E_2
Your office’s printer is not working properly. Call a representative from your IT department for assistance. Your tutor will act as the representative.
PART E_3
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)
Grammar
文法
Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語
Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)|ビジネス会話(中級1章)
Lesson61: Recruitment

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words and sentences after your tutor.
PART A_2
1. response 返答、反響
  I was happy to receive a positive response to my presentation.
2. qualification 資格
  A degree in library science is one of the qualifications of a librarian.
3. experience 経験
  He does not have any experience of working at an office.
4. knowledge 知識
  You need to have basic knowledge of coding.
5. attach 貼り付ける、添付する
  She attached her 1×1 photo to her application form.
PART A_3
I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.
PART A_4
1. How long do you usually wait for a response at work? (from a client, co-worker, boss)
2. What are some of the qualifications for your job?
3. How many years of working experience do you have so far?
4. Why is it important for an applicant to have knowledge of the company he/she is applying for?
5. How often do you attach documents to your emails?
PART B_1
Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.
PART B_2

How’s the response to the job ad we posted online?
So far, so good. I’m going to invite the applicants for initial interview.

Have you assessed the applicants based on their qualifications thoroughly?
Yes. Most of them have more than two years of experience. Some have portfolios.

That’s interesting. The most important thing is working knowledge in design software.
Yes, of course. We’re also going to have a skill test for them.

How many people have sent their resumes to our email?
Around 15. Only seven of them have attached a cover letter.

Let me check them later.
Okay.

PART C_1
Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud and fill in the blanks as you remember the sentences you just read.
PART C_2

How’s the response to the job ad we posted online?
So far, so good. I’m going to invite the applicants for initial interview.

Have you assessed the applicants based on their ________ thoroughly?
Yes. Most of them have ____________ . Some have portfolios.

That’s interesting. The most important thing is _________ in design software.
Yes, of course. We’re also going to have a skill test for them.

How many people have sent their resumes to our email?
Around 15. Only seven of them have attached a cover letter.

Let me check them later.
Okay.

PART D_1
Let’s read the new dialogue. Read aloud and fill in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.
PART D_2

How’s the _________ to the job ad we posted online?
So far, so good. I’m going to invite the applicants for initial interview.

How are the applicants’ qualifications?
Well, most of them have more than two years of experience. Some have portfolios.

That’s interesting. The most important thing is working knowledge in fashion design.
Yes, of course. We’re also going to have a skill test for them.

How many people have sent their resumes to our email?
Around 10. Only four of them have _________ a cover letter.

Let me check them later.
Okay.

PART E_1
Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below using the expressions you just learned.
PART E_2
You are working as an HR assistant. Update your boss about the interviews you are going to hold this week for the position of store manager. Your tutor will be the boss.
PART E_3
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)
Grammar
文法
Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語
Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)|ビジネス会話(中級1章)
Lesson60: Explaining the project process

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. manufacturing 製造業
  I am going to apply for a job at a food manufacturing company.
2. architect 割り当てる、あてがう
  My dad, who is an architect, designed our house.
3. site サイト
  They are building a hospital at the site near the city hall.
4. assign 敷地、用地
  We will assign tasks to each member next week.
5. target 目標
  My target sales for this month is $9,000.
PART A_3
I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.
PART A_4
1. Do you work for a manufacturing company?
2. In your line of work, have you encountered an architect?
3. Have you ever visited a building site as part of your job?
4. How often do you assign tasks to other employees?
5. How do you achieve your target goals at work?
PART B_1
Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.
PART B_2

As you have heard, we are going to open a new manufacturing plant in September.
Yes, I have. I heard it’s going to be a 15,000 square foot facility.

That’s right. Initiation is the first phase of our project. In this phase, our main priority is to create a project plan.
Copy that, sir.

During the execution phase, we are going to work with engineers and architects at the building site.
I see sir.

We are going to assign you as project secretary. As of now our target is to hire more workers.
You can count on me.

What comes next is the evaluation phase.
Is that the stage where we will assess the overall project?

Yes, that’s right.
PART C_1
Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, filling in the blanks as you remember the sentence you just read.
PART C_2

As you have heard, we are going to open a new __________ plant in September.
Yes, I have. I heard it’s going to be a 15,000 square foot facility.

That’s right. Initiation is the first phase of our project. In this phase, our main priority is to create a project plan.
Copy that, sir.

During the execution phase, we are going to work with engineers and ________ at the building site.
I see sir.

We are going to ______ you as project secretary. As of now our target is to hire more workers.
You can count on me.

What comes next is the evaluation phase.
Is that the stage where we will assess the overall project?

Yes, that’s right.
PART D_1
Let’s read the new dialogue. Read aloud, filling in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.
PART D_2

As you have heard, we are going to open a new manufacturing plant in November.
Yes, I have. I heard it’s going to be a 12,000 square foot facility.

That’s right. We are assigning you to be the project officer.
Ah, I see. You can count on me sir.

Now, for the initiation phase, our __________ is to create a project plan.
Copy that, sir.

Please expect that during the execution phase, we are going to work with engineers and architects at the ________.
Right, I understand.

What comes next is the evaluation phase where we will assess the overall project.
I got that sir, thank you.

PART E_1
Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.
PART E_2
You are an executive of a convenience store chain and you are planning to open a new branch. Share the following details to your project officer:

1. Your main priority in the first phase
2. Who is going to be involved in the execution phase
PART E_3
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)
Grammar
文法
Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語
Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Business Conversation (Intermediate): Making and understanding a complaint

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. nature 本質、特質
  Please explain the nature of the customer’s inquiry.
2. constantly 常に
  I am constantly thinking of deadlines.
3. system システム
  You will learn how our system works during the training.
4. current 現在の
  She is the current editor of the newspaper.
5. maintenance メンテナンス
  My house needs maintenance.
PART A_3
I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.
PART A_4
1. What is the nature of your job?
2. Do you constantly check your emails?
3. When was the last time you had trouble with your company’s system?
4. What is the current number of people in your department?
5. When was the last time your office underwent maintenance?
PART B_1
Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.
PART B_2

Hello, how may I assist you?
I would like to make a complaint.

I’m sorry to hear that, ma’am. May I ask the nature of your complaint?
Well, my connection has been constantly dropping out.

I understand how frustrating this must be, ma’am. I will do my best to help.
Yes. I am working from home and have a lot of tasks to finish. Please resolve it ASAP.

Can I get your router number, ma’am? I will check if there is a reported issue with our network in your area.
Here is my router number, 9987653.

I’m afraid our system does not show any current maintenance in your area.
Is that so? The problem must be on my end.

We can send our representative to check your internet tomorrow at 9:00 a.m.
Yes, please. Thank you.

PART C_1
Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, filling in the blanks as you remember the sentence you just read.
PART C_2

Hello, how may I assist you?
I would like to make a complaint.

I’m sorry to hear that, ma’am. May I ask the nature of your complaint?
Well, my connection has been _______ dropping out.

I understand how frustrating this must be, ma’am. I will do my best to help.
Yes. I am working from home and have a lot of tasks to finish. Please resolve it ASAP.

Can I get your router number, ma’am? I will check if there is a reported issue with our network in your area.
Here is my router number, 9987653.

I’m afraid our ______ does not show any current ________ in your area.
Is that so? The problem must be on my end.

We can send our representative to check your internet tomorrow at 9:00 a.m.
Yes, please. Thank you.

PART D_1
Let’s read the new dialogue. Read aloud, filling in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.
PART D_2

Hello, how may I assist you?
I would like to make a complaint.

I’m sorry to hear that, ma’am. May I ask the ______ of your complaint?
I just paid for my internet service but I suddenly lost connection.

Can I get your router number, ma’am?
Here is my router number, 9427653.

There is no _____ record of your payment ma’am. I believe it was because our system is under maintenance.
Please resolve it ASAP as I have a lot of work to do.

Yes, ma’am. Please expect your internet to return in an hour. We will call you again for details.
Okay, I’ll be waiting.

PART E_1
Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.
PART E_2
Your office’s interconnection has been lost. Call a representative from your internet service provider and make a complaint. Your tutor will act as the representative.
PART E_3
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)
Grammar
文法
Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語
Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Y_P_Lesson-9-2

PART A_1

We will read aloud the words below. Please repeat after me. I will check your pronunciation.
(Please send the mispronounced words and expressions to your student.)

PART A_2

compete with ~
count on
eventually
develop into ~
to the fullest

PART A_3

Now, let’s review some words from part A_2.
(Please review the mispronounced words and expressions from part A_2.)

PART A_4

PART B_1

You will read aloud the passage below. I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
(Please send the mispronounced words and expressions to your student.)

PART B_2

Father of the Paralympic Games
Dr. Ludwig Guttman used sports as an important step in recovery. Wheelchair polo and archery were the sports first introduced to the patients. These are sports that only use upper body strength to compete with others. In 1948, Guttman organized an archery competition on the hospital grounds. 16 patients from Stoke Mandeville and other hospitals competed against each other. As more sports and teams were added, the event began to spread. In 1960, the first international games for the disabled were held in Rome. As 400 athletes from 23 countries joined the competition, the event eventually developed into the Paralympic Games.

The patients enjoyed playing the games and competing with each other. Aside from helping them feel better, the Paralympics gave them opportunities to meet other people and helped the patients return to society. Philip Lewis, one of Guttman’s patients and a Paralympic medalist, showed his talent in archery and table tennis. He later represented Great Britain in the Paralympics. Lewis said that Guttman knew that sports were good for us, both physically and mentally. The Paralympic games give hope and courage to people as they spread all over the world. Athletes know that it is ability, not disability, that counts to live life to the fullest.

PART B_3

Now, let’s review some words and sentences from part B_2.
(Please review the mispronounced words and sentences from part B_2.)

PART B_4

PART B_5

I will ask the following questions. Please answer based on the passage. I will check if your sentences are complete and if the grammar is correct.

PART B_6

1. What were the first sports introduced to Guttman’s patients?
Answer:
2. What did Guttman organize in 1948?
Answer:
3. Where was the first international games for the disabled held?
Answer:
4. Who is Philip Lewis?
Answer:
PART B_7

Now, let’s review your answers.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answers.)

PART B_8

PART C_1

Please construct sentences using each word below.

PART C_2

compete with ~
eventually
to the fullest
PART C_3

Now, let’s review your sentences.
(Please review your student’s sentences by sending them in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected sentences.)

PART C_4

PART D_1

Let’s study the example below. I will read the sample question, and you will read the sample answer.

PART D_2

Sample Question:
Studying English is important. Do you agree with that?
Sample Answer:
I agree. In my opinion, English is not only a school subject but a language that can be used for communication. To have a good future, we need to study English so we can have more opportunities to achieve success.
PART D_3

You will defend your opinion about the following topics. Your answer should have at least one reason.
Your answer should start with “I agree/ I disagree”.
I will check if your sentences are complete and if the grammar is correct.

PART D_4

1. There should be more facilities for disabled people to play sports. Do you agree with that?
(Gym, swimming pool and playground, and athletic fields, etc.)
Answer: I agree / I disagree
2. Physical activity is said to have a positive effect on the mind and makes one live longer. Do you agree with that?
Answer: I agree / I disagree
PART D_5

Now, let’s review your answers.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answers.)

PART D_6

PART E_1

Now, please answer the following questions. Give at least one reason to support your opinion.
I will check if your sentences are complete and if the grammar is correct.

PART E_2

1. What sports can be given to disabled people aside from archery and table tennis?
Answer:
2. Have you ever seen the Paralympic Games or disabled people playing any sports? If yes, what did you feel? If no, do you think there will be more and more sports for disabilities? Why?
Answer:
PART E_3

Now, let’s review your answers.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answers.)

PART E_4

Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)|ビジネス会話(中級1章)
Lesson52: Making an inquiry

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. catalog カタログ
  The summer catalog includes colorful dresses and hats.
2. expand 拡大する
  She is planning to expand her restaurant.
3. within 以内に
  We have to stay within our budget for this new project.
4. variety さまざまな、いろいろな
  There are a variety of jobs that you can apply for in the city.
5. limited 限定的な
  The bakery has limited manpower today.
PART A_3
I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.
PART A_4
1. Does your company make catalogs?
2. Does your company have plans to expand internationally?
3. Do you usually get all your tasks done within a day?
4. What variety of products/services does your company offer?
5. How do you handle many tasks in a limited time?
PART B_1
Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.
PART B_2

Good afternoon. This is Ron from RGB company. I saw your contact information on your company’s website.
How may I help you, sir?

We are interested in your products. Do you have a catalog of your latest furniture?
Yes, is this for your office?

That’s right, we’re going to expand our office and we need extra desks and filing cabinets.
I see. We could send the catalog to your email address.

Please send it to me at ron.rgb12@yahoo.com
Okay, please expect an email within the day.

Also, may I ask if it is possible to get a discount?
We have a variety of discounted office equipment that we are offering for a limited time.

Oh, that’s good to hear. Do you also offer appliances?
Yes, we do sir.

PART C_1
Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks as you remember the sentence you just read.
PART C_2

Good afternoon. This is Ron from RGB company. I saw your contact information on your company’s website.
How may I help you, sir?

We are interested in your products. Do you __________ of your latest furniture?
Yes, is this for your office?

That’s right, we’re ________ our office and we need extra desks and filing cabinets.
I see. We could send the catalog to your email address.

Please send it to me at ron.rgb12@yahoo.com
Okay, please expect an email within the day.

Also, may I ask if it is possible to get a discount?
We have a _______ of discounted office equipment that we are offering for a limited time.

Oh, that’s good to hear. Do you also offer appliances?
Yes, we do sir.

PART D_1
Let’s read the new dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.
PART D_2


Good afternoon. This is Ron from Stonekey Events. Our company is looking for potential furniture suppliers.
That’s great. You’ve come to the right place.

We’re going to expand our business, so we need extra sofas and lamps.
That’s great sir. We could send the catalog to your email address.

Please send it to me at ron.stonekeyevents@yahoo.com
Okay, please expect an email _________ .


Can we request a quotation for your available packages?
Sure. We offer discounted office equipment that we are offering for a _________.

That’s good to hear. Thanks a lot!
PART E_1
Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.
PART E_2
Request a quotation for available computer units from HG Express and ask if they offer extended warranties. Your tutor will act as a sales representative from HG Express.
PART E_3
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)
Grammar
文法
Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語
Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)|ビジネス会話(中級1章)
Lesson38: Leaving messages (1)

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. urgent 切迫した、緊急の
  This is something urgent, so you should call him.
2. matter 案件
  The employees discussed various matters at their monthly meeting.
3. investor 投資家
  I had to welcome investors from Germany at the airport today.
4. aware 気づいて、(…の)認識のある
  She was not aware of the time.
5. prepare 準備
  We need to prepare for the presentation.
PART A_3
I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.
PART A_4
1. When was the last time you had to deal with an urgent request at work?
2. Do you always think positively when you are faced with a difficult matter at work?
3. If you were to bring a foreign investor to a restaurant in your city, where would you bring him/her?
4. Are you aware of your company’s social events?
5. How do you prepare for work?
PART B_1
Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.
PART B_2

Hello, this is Stronghold Asia. May I know who is calling, please?
Oh yes, hi. I’m John Weber from Stonewater International.
May I speak to Mr. Stein, please?

I’m afraid you can’t speak to him right now, sir. He’s in a meeting. May I take a message?
Please tell him that we have an urgent matter down at the plant. Have him call me ASAP.

Alright, sir, I will let him know as soon as the meeting is done.
Please do that, I’ve been trying to get a hold of him since this morning.

Sorry about that, sir. We have a lot of foreign investors in the office now.
Oh is that so? I wasn’t aware of that. I better get a copy of his schedule, then.

That would be great, sir. I’ll tell Mr. Weber about it, then I shall prepare it for you.
Okay. Thank you for your time!

Have a good day, sir!
PART C_1
Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud and fill in the blanks as you remember the sentences you just read.
PART C_2

Hello, This is Stronghold Asia. May I know who is calling, please?
Oh yes, hi. I’m John Weber from Stonewater International.
May I speak to Mr. Stein, please?

I’m afraid you can’t speak to him right now, sir. He’s in a meeting. May I take a message?
Please tell him that we have ______ matter down at the plant. Have him call me ASAP.

Alright, sir, I will let him know as soon as the meeting is done.
Please do that, I’ve been trying to get a hold of him since this morning.

Sorry about that, sir. We have a lot of _________ in the office now.
Oh is that so? I wasn’t _________ . I better get a copy of his schedule, then.

That would be great, sir. I’ll tell Mr. Weber about it, then I shall prepare it for you.
Okay. Thank you for your time!

Have a good day, sir!
PART D_1
Let’s read the new dialogue. Read aloud and fill in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.
PART D_2

Hello, This is RGB Corporation. May I know who is calling, please?
Oh yes, hi. I’m Tony Elton from MNT International,
May I speak to Ms. Jones, please?

I’m afraid you can’t speak to her right now, sir. She’s in a meeting. May I take a message?
Please tell her that we have an urgent ______ to discuss. Have her call me ASAP.

Alright, sir, I will let her know as soon as the meeting is done.
Please do that, I’ve been trying to get a hold of her since this morning.

Sorry about that, sir. We have a lot of foreign investors in the office now.
Oh is that so? I wasn’t aware. I better get a copy of her schedule, then.

I think you should sir. I’ll tell Ms. Jones about it, then I shall ________ for you.
Okay. Thanks a lot!

PART E_1
Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.
PART E_2
You are on the phone with Mr. Tan, and he is looking for Mr. Reed (your boss). Tell him that Mr. Reed is currently in a meeting, and ask if you could just take a message for him in the meantime. Your tutor will act as Mr. Tan.
PART E_3
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)
Grammar
文法
Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語
Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

H_LM2_Lesson5

PART A_1
Let’s introduce ourselves to each other.
PART A_2
My name is ________________. What is your name?
PART A_3
I am ________________. Nice to meet you.
PART A_4
Nice to meet you too, ________________. Have you seen a movie recently? How was it?
PART A_5
________________________________. How about you?
PART A_6
________________________________. Let’s begin our lesson!
PART B_1
We will read aloud the words below. Please repeat after me. I will check your pronunciation.
(Please send the mispronounced words and phrases to your student.)
PART B_2
1. universal
2. closeness
3. immune system
4. combine
5. theory
PART B_3
Now, let’s review some words from part B_2.
(Please review the mispronounced words and expressions from part B_2.)
PART B_4
PART C_1
Please read aloud the whole passage below. I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
(Please send the mispronounced words and expressions to your student.)
PART C_2
Science of Love
Falling in love is a universal fact. It has a power that is often beyond our control. But why do people fall in love, and how do they choose the people they love?

According to American psychiatrist Thomas Lewis, people fall in love due to their childhood experiences. In his theory, he argued that our brains remember how comfortable it was to experience physical closeness as a child, such as being held in a mother’s arms. As we get older, we seek the same experience, and when we love someone, we hope to go back to the past and enjoy the same comfort and affection again.

On the other hand, genetics theory states that we are attracted to people who have different types of genes from our own. This is because combining different types of genes strengthens the immune system. According to a study, a woman is more likely to have a healthier baby by choosing a man with genes different from hers.

Lastly, Helen Fisher, an American researcher, found that when people are in love, their brains release a lot more dopamine. Dopamine is a chemical that is released when we engage in an exciting or enjoyable activity.

Which theory do you think best explains why we fall in love?

PART C_3
Now, let’s review some words and sentences from part C_2.
(Please review the mispronounced words and expressions.)
PART C_4
PART D_1
I will ask the following questions. Please answer questions 1 to 3 based on the passage, 4 to 5 based on your opinion. I will check if your sentences are complete and if the grammar is correct.
(Please send the sentences that need grammar corrections to your student.)
PART D_2
1. According to Thomas Lewis’ theory, why do people fall in love?
Answer:
2. Based on genetics theory, why are people attracted to those who have different types of genes from their own?
Answer:
3. What did Helen Fisher discover?
Answer:
4. What is your opinion on the first theory?
Answer:
5. Which do you find more attractive, someone who is different from you or someone who is similar to you? Why?
Answer:
PART D_3
Now, let’s review your answers.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answers.)
PART D_4
PART E_1
Please construct sentences using each word below.
PART E_2
universal
closeness
theory
PART E_3
Now, let’s review your sentences.
(Please review your student’s sentences by sending them in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected sentences.)
PART D_4
PART F_1
Now, you will answer a question.
When you finish making an answer, you will have 1 minute to prepare.
After 1 minute, please recite it.
I will check if your sentences are complete and if the grammar is correct.
(Please wait for your student for 2 times. First, while making an answer. Second, 1 minute to memorize his/her answer. In recitation, please send the sentences that need grammar corrections to your student.)
PART F_2
Talk about the three theories that explain why/how people fall in love. Say which theory you are interested in and why.
Answer: _____________________________________________________________.
PART F_3
Now, let’s review your answer.
(Please review your student’s answer by sending the correct answer in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answers.)
PART F_4
PART G_1
Let’s do a free talk about the following topics.
PART G_2
1. What makes you excited or enjoyable, such as talking with your friends, playing sports, singing, or eating? Why?
Answer:
2. Do you enjoy watching/reading romantic films/dramas/anime/comics? If yes, please tell me your favorites. If not, why not?
Answer:
3. Do you like science? Do you believe that science can prove everything? Or, is there anything that science cannot prove? What is it?
Answer: