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Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)|ビジネス会話(中級1章)
Lesson17: Understanding the company’s financial report

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. finance 財政、財務
  David has an executive position in a finance company.
2. expense 費用、経費
  She is trying to cut down on her expenses.
3. profit 利益
  The company collected high profit last year.
4. propose 提案する
  Our manager always proposes new ideas to improve our work process.
5. stake 出資する
  Many investors would like to stake in the emerging tech brand.
PART A_3
I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.
PART A_4
1. How do you manage your finances?
2. How do you track your expenses?
3. Is profit the most important factor of any business? Please explain your answer.
4. What ideas would you propose to improve work efficiency/productivity?
5. In what type of business would you stake/invest a large amount of money?
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 morning, Ms. Emma. Mr. Johnson from the Finance and Accounting Division has sent this year’s financial report.
Good morning, Ron. Okay. Could you tell me the scope of the report?

The scope of the report includes company revenue and expenses for this year.
I see. What else is included?

Also indicated in the report is the company’s net profit.
Do we have good profit this year?

Yes. Mr. Johnson already deducted the company expenses from the revenue to get the net profit.
That’s great. Did Mr. Johnson propose anything given our current status?

Yes, Ma’am. According to Mr. Johnson, the company can stake or invest in new projects for the next year.
Sounds terrific. Thanks for the update, Ron!

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

Good morning, Ms. Emma. Mr. Johnson from the Finance and Accounting Division has sent this year’s financial report.
Good morning, Ron. Okay. Could you tell me the scope of the report?

The scope of the report includes company ___________ and _____________ for this year.
I see. What else is included?

Also indicated in the report is the company’s ___________.
Do we have good profit this year?

Yes. Mr. Johnson already deducted the company expenses from the revenue to get the net profit.
That’s great. Did Mr. Johnson propose anything given our current status?

Yes, Ma’am. According to him, the company can stake or invest in _____________ for the next year.
Sounds terrific. Thanks for the update, Ron!

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, Emma. David from the Finance and Accounting Division has sent this year’s financial report.
Good afternoon, Ron. Okay. Could you tell me the scope of the report?

The scope of the report includes company ___________________ for this year.
I see. What else is indicated?

The report also indicates the company’s _____________.
Do we have impressive profit this year?

Yes. David already deducted the company expenses from the revenue to get the net profit.
That’s good. Did he recommend anything considering our current status?

Yes. He said that the company can stake in ____________ for the next year.
Sounds great. Thanks for the update, Ron!

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 a finance and accounting officer for a company. A company executive asked you to discuss the financial report that you have prepared. The tutor will play the role of the executive.
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)
Lesson16: Describing graphs and charts

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. update 最新情報
  Don’t forget to give me updates regarding your schedule.
2. graph グラフ
  My boss tasked me to create a graph for his presentation.
3. progress 進捗
  We should all progress as a team.
4. drop 下がる、落ちる、落ち込む
  The temperature dropped to 16 degrees Celcius.
5. prefer 好む
  I prefer bringing my own packed lunch over buying food at the cafeteria.
PART A_3
I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.
PART A_4
1. How does your company announce updates?
2. What program/software do you use in creating graphs and charts for presentations?
3. How do you progress your skills needed in your job?
4. What should a company/business do when sales drop?
5. Which do you prefer, working at the office or working from home? Why?
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 morning, everyone. Emma prepared a presentation for us. Emma, please begin.
Thank you, Ron. Here are some updates about our theme parks in
Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka.

Okay, go ahead.
As you can see in the graph, we just had the highest number of visitors
last month.

Wow, that’s great news!
Yes. Considering the summer season, June visitors progressed
better than last May.

I see.
Unfortunately, the number of diners in our in-house food chains
dropped from last month to this month.

Why do you think so?
Maybe because they prefer to dine outside the park to save money.
So our next goal is to lessen our food prices as much as we can.

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

Good morning, everyone. Emma prepared a presentation for us. Emma, please begin.
Thank you, Ron. Here are some updates about our theme parks in
Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka.

Okay, go ahead.
As you can see in the graph, we just had the ____________________
last month.

Wow, that’s great news!
Yes. Considering the summer season, June visitors _______________
than last May.

I see.
Unfortunately, the number of diners in our in-house food chains
__________________ to this month.

Why do you think so?
Maybe because they prefer to dine outside the park to save money.
So our next goal is to lessen our food prices as much as we can.

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, everyone. Emma prepared a presentation for us. Emma, whenever you’re ready.
Thank you, Ron. Good afternoon. Here are some updates about our
branches in Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka.

Okay, go ahead.
As you can see in the chart, we just had the highest number of
_________________.

Wow, that’s great news!
Yes. Considering the back-to-school season, April customers
_______________ than the last few months.

I see.
Unfortunately, the number of customers in one of our branches in Osaka
_____________ last month to this month.

Why do you think so?
I think it’s because the school nearby recently closed and transferred
to another location.

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 presenting some sales updates on your coffee shop branches to the owner. Explain to him/her the graph/chart that you have prepared. Your tutor will play the role of the owner.
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)
Lesson30: Understanding instructions

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. assist 手伝う
  Please assist him in moving the tables.
2. familiar よく知っている、熟知して
  I’m sorry, I’m not familiar with the place yet.
3. preference 好み
  What’s your preference for wallpaper?
4. standard 基準、規範
  We must follow the standard procedure in using the scanner
5. adjustment 調整、調節
  Are you finished with the photocopier’s color adjustment?
PART A_3
I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.
PART A_4
1. Have you assisted a colleague on how to use company equipment?
2. What office equipment are you extremely familiar with?
3. What is your preference for copying documents?
4. Does your company have a standard rule in using its equipment?
5. Have you made any adjustments to any office equipment lately?
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

Do you need help with that, Emma?
Oh hi, Ron. Yes, could you assist me in using our new photocopy
machine? I’m not familiar with it yet.

No problem. Before you start, make sure you’re placing the document in the correct position.
Okay, I placed it now.

Choose how many copies you need. Don’t forget to adjust the color preference, too.
I need colored copies.

Okay. Once the color adjustment is completed, choose the paper size.
I just need standard A4 copies.

Okay, good. You can now proceed to the copying process. Remember not to open the platen cover while photocopying.
Understood. Thanks so much for your help!

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

Do you need help with that, Emma?
Oh hi, Ron. Yes, could you assist me in using our new photocopy
machine? I’m not familiar with it yet.

No problem. ______________, make sure you’re placing the document in the correct position.
Okay, I placed it now.

Choose how many copies you need. Don’t forget to adjust the color preference, too.
I need colored copies.

Okay. ________ color adjustment ______________, choose the paper size.
I just need standard A4 copies.

Okay, good. You can now proceed to the copying process. ______________ open the platen cover while photocopying.
Understood. Thanks so much for your help!

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

Do you need help using the scanner?
Yes, please. Could you assist me with this?

Sure! Before you start, ______________ that the scanner is installed on the computer.
Yes, it is. I just checked it.

Good. Now open the scanner and place the paper on the paper feeder.
Okay, it’s there now.

______________ place the paper facing up. Next, select “Scan” once the window pops up.
Okay, I’ve done it.

________ scanning is ______________, you can now save the image.
Thanks for your assistance!

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
A new colleague needs help in using the laser printer. Assist your tutor, who will pretend to be the new employee.
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)
Lesson22: Giving advice

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words and sentences after your tutor.
PART A_2
1. complaint 苦情、クレーム、文句
  We received zero complaints from the customer this month.
2. disappointed 失望した
  I’m disappointed that it took them too long to address my concern.
3. tip ヒント
  Do you have any tips on how to type faster?
4. respond 返答する、応答する
  Please respond to the email before 14:00 today.
5. recognize 認める、認知する
  I don’t recognize this problem at all. It must be new.
PART A_3
I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.
PART A_4
1. How do you feel when you receive complaints from customers?
2. How do you approach a disappointed customer?
3. Do you often offer tips to your colleagues?
4. How do you properly respond to a customer’s concern?
5. Why is it important to recognize the problem first?
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

Hi, Emma. Do you need help with anything?
Yes. Could you help me with my email?

Sure, what’s the matter?
A customer sent a complaint about the app. He sounds really
disappointed in the email. How do I respond to him?

Why don’t you acknowledge the customer’s issue first? It’ll make him feel valued as a customer.
That is good advice.

In my experience, understanding both the concern and the customer really helps. You can also offer solutions.
I appreciate the tips, Ron. Sorry, one more thing. Would it be okay if
you check my email first before I send it?

Of course. I’d be glad to help.
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

Hi, Emma. Do you need help with anything?
Yes. Could you help me with my email?

Sure, what’s the matter?
A customer sent a complaint about the app. He sounds really
disappointed in the email. How do I respond to him?

______________ acknowledge the customer’s issue first? It’ll make him feel valued as a customer.
That is good advice.

In my experience, ______________ really helps. ______________ offer solutions.
I appreciate the tips, Ron. Sorry, one more thing. Would it be okay if
you check my email first before I send it?

Of course. I’d be glad to help.
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

Sorry to bother you, but could you help me with my email?
It’s no bother at all. What is it about?

I received a complaint email from a customer. He’s really upset because his phone is not working. What should I do?
Why don’t you ______________ first? It’s important to
recognize the problem.

I understand.
______________, understanding the issue really helps. You can
also ______________.

Thanks for the help. I’ll be sure to keep them in mind!
No problem, I’m glad I could help.

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
A new colleague asked for help from you about an email he/she received from a frustrated customer. Give him/her tips on how to respond to the email. Your tutor will pretend to be the new employee.
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)
Lesson14: Explaining data in a meeting

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. the number of ~ 〜の数
  This chart contains the number of sales we had last month.
2. refer 参照する、参考にする
  Please refer to the manual for more details.
3. overall 全体
  Overall, the result was satisfactory.
4. fill (someone) in ~に情報を与える
  Could you fill me in on your plan?
5. beyond …の向こうに、…を越えて
  We must go beyond our customers’ expectations.
PART A_3
I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.
PART A_4
1. What is your company’s target number of sales in a month?
2. What do you refer to when checking product quality?
3. Overall, how is your work progress so far?
4. Have you filled a colleague in on a sales report?
5. What should you do to go beyond your target?
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 morning, Emma. I wasn’t able to attend the meeting yesterday. Could you explain this chart to me?
Sure. The chart shows the number of medical equipment we sold.

Oh, I see. Where can I see the overview of the report?
Here. Please refer to this table for our overall sales.

Thanks! I’m checking it right now. Overall, this report shows that we had the highest sales last January.
That’s right. We have to keep working harder to further improve our sales.

I agree. Thank you for filling me in.
No problem. Let’s do our best!

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

Good morning, Emma. I wasn’t able to attend the meeting yesterday. Could you explain this chart to me?
Sure. The chart ______________ medical equipment we sold.

Oh, I see. Where can I see the overview of the report?
Here. Please refer to this table for ______________.

Thanks! I’m checking it right now. Overall, this report shows that we had ______________.
That’s right. We have to keep working harder to further improve our sales.

I agree. Thank you for filling me in.
No problem. Let’s do our best!

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

Hi, Emma. Sorry for bothering you, but could you explain this to me?
Sure! The ______________ the number of computers we sold.

Where can I see the overview of the report?
I’ll send it to you. ______________ to the table for our overall sales.

Thanks! So overall, ______________ that we had the highest sales last April.
Yes, so we need to keep working harder to improve our sales to go
beyond our target.

I agree with you. Let’s do our best!
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 colleague was not able to attend the meeting yesterday due to a cold. Explain the details of the chart to him/her that were discussed in the conference. Your tutor will pretend to be your colleague.
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)
Lesson39: Leaving messages (2)

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. engaged 従事して
  I’ll call you back. I’m engaged in a meeting.
2. approval 承認
  I still need approval for my vacation leave.
3. afford 与えます
  We can’t afford to spend a lot of money on this project.
4. waste 無駄
  No effort is wasted in this company.
5. ensure 確保
  They need to ensure the safety of employees.
PART A_3
I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.
PART A_4
1. Which time of the day during work are you usually engaged in various tasks?
2. How long does it usually take for your idea at work to get approval?
3. What can you not afford to do in the morning before work?
4. What actions do you take in order not to waste electricity in your office?
5. Do you ensure that your work e-mails are received by their recipients?
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 Gold Link Marketing. How may I assist you?
I would like to speak to Mrs. Colton, please. It’s Emma from TGB company.

Mrs. Colton is on leave, ma’am.
When will she be back?

Tomorrow morning, ma’am.
I need to talk to her now.

I’m afraid the line is engaged at the moment. Can I put you on hold?
I have to go now.

May I take a message, ma’am?
Please tell her that we still need approval for the London project. I can’t afford to waste time.

I understand, ma’am. I will make ensure that she gets the message.
Thank you very much.

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

Good afternoon, this is Gold Link Marketing. How may I assist you?
I would like to speak to Mrs. Colton, please. It’s Emma from TGB company.

Mrs. Colton is on leave, ma’am.
When will she be back?

Tomorrow morning, ma’am.
I need to talk to her now.

I’m afraid the line is ___________ . Can I put you on hold?
I have to go now.

May I take a message, ma’am?
Please tell her that we still need _______ for the London project. I can’t afford to _______.

I understand, ma’am. I will ensure that she gets the message.
Thank you very much.

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 Bull’s Eye Marketing. How may I assist you?
I _______________ Mrs. Coleman, please. It’s Emma from RBC company.

Mrs. Coleman is on sick leave, ma’am.
Oh, that’s too bad, I need to talk to her now.

I’m afraid the line is engaged at the moment. Can I put you on hold?
I have to go now.

May I take a message, ma’am?
Yes, please tell her that we still need approval for the London project. I can’t _____ to waste time.

This is noted. I will _____ that she gets the message.
Oh, and please tell her to get well soon.

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 looking for Mr. Kent, but his secretary said that he is on sick leave. Ask the secretary if you can just leave a message for Mr. Kent in the meantime. Your tutor will act as the secretary.
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)
Lesson23: Explaining the new policy

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words and sentences after your tutor.
PART A_2
1. policy ポリシー
  The school has a strict dress code policy.
2. symptom 症状
  The nurse asked the patient about her symptoms.
3. risk リスク
  Going into the restaurant business is a risk.
4. priority 優先順位
  Selling products is my top priority right now.
5. cooperation 協力
  The teacher was happy to see cooperation among her students.
PART A_3
I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.
PART A_4
1. Do you sometimes find it hard to follow a policy?
2. What symptoms did you feel when you last caught a cold?
3. When was the last time you took a risk?
4. How do you balance your priorities?
5. Why is cooperation important in the workplace?
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 morning. Has everyone read the memo about the new company policy?
Yes, sir, we all have.

Again, if you have cold symptoms, such as cough/sneezing/fever, request sick leave or work from home immediately.
We understand.

Please contact HR and your supervisor right away.
This is noted, sir.

We are not going to take any risks. Your safety is our priority.
We’ll make sure to follow the policy, sir. Thank you.

I am hoping for everyone’s cooperation. Thank you.
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

Good morning. Has everyone read the memo about the ________ ?
Yes, sir, we all have.

Again, Iifyou _________, such as cough/sneezing/fever, request sick leave or work from home immediately.
We understand.

Please contact HR and your supervisor right away.
This is noted, sir.

We are not going to take any risks. Your safety is our priority.
We’ll make sure to follow the policy, sir. Thank you.

I am hoping for everyone’s cooperation. 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

Before we end the meeting, may I remind everyone of the new company policy?
Yes, sir, please.

If you have cold symptoms, such as cough/sneezing/fever, request sick leave or work from home immediately.
We understand.

Please contact your supervisor first, then send a message to the HR department.
This is noted, sir.

We are not going to _______. Your safety is _______ .
Don’t worry sir. We will all follow the policy.

I am hoping for _________ . 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 the company’s president. Announce to everyone in the meeting that everyone has to accomplish a health form before entering the workplace as per the new company policy.
Your tutor will act as one of the employees.
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)
Lesson24: Understanding feedback

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. dissatisfied 不満
  The tourist was dissatisfied with her stay at the hotel.
2. mention (…を)話に出す、(…に)言及する
  She mentioned you during the meeting when you were away on vacation.
3. lack 不足、ないこと
  Young people lack energy nowadays.
4. apology 謝罪
  I was angry because I did not receive any apology.
5. reflect 反射する
  The way you treat others reflects your true self.
PART A_3
I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.
PART A_4
1. When was the last time you were dissatisfied with a service/product?
2. Do you always mention your ideas at work?
3. What skills do you think you lack?
4. How do you offer a sincere apology at work?
5. Do you believe that a student’s behavior in public is a reflection of his/her school?
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

I received feedback from our client and it’s not good.
I see, sir. Please let me know.

They’re dissatisfied with our service. They mentioned specifically your lack of updates.
I was not able to send them an e-mail regarding the shipment of their orders.

And how are you going to fix that?
I already sent them an apology letter, sir. I will give them a call later to explain further.

Okay, make sure this does not happen again. You must update them always.
I’m sorry for what happened, sir. I won’t let it happen again.

You know that this reflects the whole team right?
Yes sir, I understand. I will update our clients regularly.

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

I received feedback from our client and it’s not good.
I see, sir. Please let me know.

They’re ________ our service. They ________ specifically your lack of updates.
I was not able to send them an e-mail regarding the shipment of their orders.

And how are you going to fix that?
I already sent them an ______, sir. I will give them a call later to explain further.

Okay, make sure this does not happen again. You must update them always.
I’m sorry for what happened, sir. I won’t let it happen again.

You know that this reflects the whole team right?
Yes sir, I understand. I will update our clients regularly.

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

I received feedback from our client and it’s not good.
I see, sir. Please let me know.

They’re dissatisfied with our service. They mentioned specifically your _________ updates .
I was not able to send them an e-mail regarding their canceled orders.

And how are you going to fix that?
I will visit their office this afternoon to offer an apology, sir.

Okay, make sure this does not happen again. You must update them always.
I’m sorry for what happened, sir. I won’t let it happen again.

You know that _______ the whole team right?
Yes sir, I understand. I will update our clients regularly.

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 mentioned the things you need to do to improve your performance. Tell your boss that you appreciate the feedback and that you will follow his/her tips. 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 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)
Lesson27: Offering help to a colleague

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. input 入力する
  All this information had to be input onto the computer.
2. confused 混乱した、ごちゃごちゃの
  Don’t rush him or he’ll become confused.
3. database データベース
  The new database contains 200,000 images.
4. Social Security Number 社会保障番号
  Enter the last 4 digits of the Social Security number or Tax I.D.
5. medical 医療の
  You need a medical examination.
PART A_3
I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.
PART A_4
1. What kind of information do you have to input onto your computer every day?
2. When was the last time you felt confused at work?
3. Could you tell me about your database at work?
4. Is it okay to put your Social Security Number and date of birth on your resume?
5. How often do you have a medical check-up?
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, you are Emma, right? By the way, I’m Ron.
Hi, Ron! Pleased to meet you.

Pleased to meet you too! Anyway, I saw you struggling with something. Would you like me to help you?
That’s very kind of you. Yeah, I am just confused with how to use this database.

Okay, shall I start teaching you?
Yes, please.

Well, first, you have to input the name of the patient and his/her Social Security Number.
I see. What should I do next?

You just have to wait for a moment. Then. his/her medical or dental benefit will be displayed.
I got it. Thank you!

No worries!
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, you are Emma, right? By the way, I’m Ron.
Hi, Ron! Pleased to meet you.

Pleased to meet you too! Anyway, I saw you struggling with something. __________ me to help you?
That’s very kind of you. Yeah, I am just confused with how to use this database.

Okay, __________ start teaching you?
Yes, please.

Well, first, you have to input the name of the patient and his/her Social Security Number.
I see. What should I do next?

You just have to wait for a moment. Then. his/her medical or dental benefit will be displayed.
I got it. Thank you!

No worries!
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

What’s wrong, Emma?
I uploaded the wrong document on the system. I’m confused about what to do with it.

__________ like me to help you?
Certainly.

Okay, let me handle it for you. __________ start fixing it?
Yes, please.

At this point, I already erased the wrong document from the system.
I appreciate your help!

You just have to be more careful next time.
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 saw your colleague having difficulty with his/her tasks. Offer help and interact with him/her as much as possible. Your tutor will be your colleague.
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)
Lesson20: Scheduling interviews

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words and sentences after your tutor.
PART A_2
1. confirm 確かめる、確認する
  Let me confirm my schedule.
2. executive (会社の)方針を策定する、幹部の
  She has an executive position in a finance company.
3. certificate 証明書
  The certificate qualifies you to work as a dental assistant.
4. valid 正当な、妥当な、有効な
  This license is no longer valid.
5. assistant アシスタント、助手
  I’ll ask my personal assistant to deal with this.
PART A_3
I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.
PART A_4
1. Do you confirm a scheduled interview by writing an email?
2. What do you think of having an executive position in your company?
3. What certificates did you show HR when you applied for your position?
4. How do you know when an ID is valid?
5. Do you sometimes need an assistant when you are having a hard time with a task?
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

Thank you for calling BTX Inc. How may I help you?
Hello, I am calling to confirm that I will attend the interview for the
position of executive assistant.

Oh, Ms. Emma White, right? When is your availability?
I am available on August 2 at 9:00 a.m.

This is noted. I’ll schedule your interview for this day.
Thank you so much! I look forward to meeting you.

You’re welcome. Please don’t forget to bring the documents needed, okay?
Could you tell me what those are, again?

Sure! Another copy of your resume, educational certificates, and a valid ID.
I’ll take note of that. Thanks! Goodbye.

Goodbye!
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

Thank you for calling BTX Inc. How may I help you?
Hello, I am calling to __________ that I will attend the interview for the
position of executive assistant.

Oh, Ms. Emma White, right? When is your availability?
__________ on August 2 at 9:00 a.m.

This is noted. I’ll schedule your interview for this day.
Thank you so much! I look forward to meeting you.

You’re welcome. Please don’t forget to bring the documents needed, okay?
Could you tell me what those are, again?

Sure! Another copy of your resume, educational certificates, and a valid ID.
I’ll take note of that. Thanks! Goodbye.

Goodbye!
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

Thank you for calling Webbox Inc. How may I help you?
Hello, this is Emma Taylor. I received an email about my initial interview.

Alright, you called to confirm your scheduled interview, right?
Yes, __________ that I will attend the interview for the
position of HR staff.

Sure, when are you available?
__________ on August 13 at 9:00 a.m.

I’ll take note of that. By the way, do you know where our exact location is?
I’m sorry. I’m not that familiar.

We are located in front of the Star Building. I’ll send you a map via email. Don’t worry.
Thank you so much!

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
Call ABC company to confirm your availability for your initial interview. Please use the expressions you learned today. Your tutor will be one to answer your call.
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.