Business (Upper Intermediate)|ビジネス会話(中上級)
Business Trip 10: 出張 10

PART A_1

First, we will check the points in this lesson. Please repeat after me.
PART A_2

1. Prior to your trip, or at the beginning of your trip, it’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with the local medical system.
2. When describing your symptoms, start off by saying “I seem to~”.
PART B_1

We will read aloud the dialogue below. Once we are done, we will switch roles and read aloud the dialogue again. I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
(Please send the mispronounced words and expressions to your student.)
PART B_2

A: Excuse me, but I’m not feeling well and I was wondering if I could get some assistance.
B: Of course. What seems to be the problem?
A: I seem to have developed a fever. Plus I feel weak and dizzy.
B: I am happy to recommend a nearby hospital. You can go by taxi.
A: Thanks, I appreciate it.
B: Are you insured?
A: Yes, I’m insured.
PART B_3

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

PART B_4

PART C_1

Now, please answer the following questions. I will check if your sentences are complete and if the grammar is correct.

PART C_2

1. Have you ever become ill during a business trip?
Answer:
2. If so, were you able to communicate your symptoms clearly?
Answer:
3. Did you receive adequate medical care?
Answer:
PART C_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 C_4

PART D_1

Let’s do a role play with the given situations.

PART D_2

Situation: You are on a business trip but you are not feeling well. Describe your symptoms and seek medical assistance from the hotel clerk.

(Your tutor will pretend to be the hotel clerk.)
Expressions: – I was wondering if I could get some assistance.
– I seem to…