TUTORS NOTE
!!! This is the TUTOR GUIDE for customized material for Yasuda INTERMEDIATE LESSON 1 !!!
– Follow the instructions in the tutor guide, which are in red font.
Part A Self Introduction
A_1
Let’s introduce ourselves to each other.
My name is ________. What is your name?
A_2
I’m ________. Nice to meet you.
A_3
Nice to meet you too, ________. How are you today?
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| Answer: |
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I see. Let’s begin our lesson!
Part B Listening
TUTORS NOTE
– Follow the instructions in [PART B_1] and [PART B_2] in the tutor guide, which are in red font.
B_1
I will read a passage once. Choose the most appropriate answer to the question. Please listen carefully.
Read aloud the script below once.
(script) Today was a really interesting day at work. I started my morning by having a meeting with my team. After that, my boss requested a meeting in her office about my recent performance. She praised me for my hard work and dedication, which made me feel very happy and valued. Overall, it was a great day.
B_2
What is her attitude toward work?
| a. | She is nervous about her evaluation. |
| b. | She feels like there is a problem with her job. |
| c. | She is very happy with her job. |
| d. | She feels tired after a long meeting. |
| Answer: |
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
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The answer is “c. She is very happy with her job.”
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Please read aloud the answer sentence(s).
Good job! Let’s move on to the next.
(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
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The answer is “c. She is very happy with her job.”
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Please read aloud the answer sentence(s).
Good job! Let’s move on to the next.
Part C Listening & Description
C_1
Look at the four similar pictures below. Please answer the questions about the differences between the pictures.
TUTORS NOTE
– Follow the instructions in [PART C_2] in the tutor guide, which are in red font.
C_2
| 1. | Look at where the girl is sitting. What is the difference between them? |
| Answer: |
*lawn 芝生
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
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In pictures 1 and 2, she is sitting on a bench.
In pictures 3 and 4, she is sitting on the lawn*.
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Good job! Let’s move on to the next.
(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
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In pictures 1 and 2, she is sitting on a bench.
In pictures 3 and 4, she is sitting on the lawn*.
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Good job! Let’s move on to the next.
| 2. | Look at what the girl is doing. What is the difference between them? |
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Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
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In pictures 1 and 3, she is listening to music.
In pictures 2 and 4, she is reading a book.
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Wonderful! Let’s move on to the next.
(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
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In pictures 1 and 3, she is listening to music.
In pictures 2 and 4, she is reading a book.
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Wonderful! Let’s move on to the next.
TUTORS NOTE
– Follow the instructions in [PART C_3] of the tutor guide, which are in red font.
C_3
| 3. | I will read the script aloud. Which picture matches the script? Please listen carefully. |
Read aloud the script below once.
(script) She’s sitting on a bench over there. Maybe she can’t hear us because she’s listening to music.
TUTORS NOTE
– Follow the instructions in [PART C_4] in the tutor guide, which are in red font.
C_4
| 3. | Which picture matches the script? |
| Answer: |
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
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I think picture 1 matches the script.
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(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
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I think picture 1 matches the script.
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| 4. | Why did you choose that picture? Please tell me the reason and describe the picture you chose. |
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Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
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I chose picture 1 based on two points. The script said “sitting on a bench” and “listening to music.” Only picture 1 matches the script.
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Great! Let’s move on to the next.
(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
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I chose picture 1 based on two points. The script said “sitting on a bench” and “listening to music.” Only picture 1 matches the script.
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Great! Let’s move on to the next.
Part D Reading Graph
D_1
Look at the graph below. It shows the results of a survey asking companies in the U.S. and Japan about the role of AI in the workplace. What can we learn from this graph? Please read the information silently. I will give you 1 minute to read.
(Wait 1 minute for the customer to read silently.)
TUTORS NOTE
– Follow the instructions in [PART D_2] in the tutor guide, which are in red font.
D_2
| 1. | What are the top three AI roles in the workplace in the U.S.? |
| Answer: |
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
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“The top three roles of AI in the workplace in the US are improving operational efficiency (48.6%), decreasing the existing workforce (39.0%), and increasing the value of existing operations (30.0%).”
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(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
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“The top three roles of AI in the workplace in the US are improving operational efficiency (48.6%), decreasing the existing workforce (39.0%), and increasing the value of existing operations (30.0%).”
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| 2. | What are the top three AI roles in the workplace in Japan? |
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Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
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“The top three roles of AI in the workplace in Japan are decreasing the existing workforce (41.0%), making up for labor shortages (35.0%), and improving operational efficiency (35.0%).”
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(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
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“The top three roles of AI in the workplace in Japan are decreasing the existing workforce (41.0%), making up for labor shortages (35.0%), and improving operational efficiency (35.0%).”
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| 3. | Based on your answers to 1 and 2, describe what you can see from the graph. |
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Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
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According to the graph, the top AI role in the U.S. is “Improve operational efficiency”. It’s about 49 percent.
(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
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According to the graph, the top AI role in the U.S. is “Improve operational efficiency”. It’s about 49 percent.
*48 and 50 percent are also correct.
On the other hand, in Japan, the top AI role is “Decrease existing workforce.” It’s 41 percent.
It shows there is a difference in the top roles of AI between the two countries.
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You did a great job reading and describing the graph!
Let’s move on to the next.
Part E Reading Information
E_1
You are a student council officer. At a council meeting, it was decided to replace the printer, and you are in charge of purchasing it. You need to compare several printers online. Please read the information silently. I will give you 1 minute to read it.
(Wait 1 minute for the customer to read silently.)
TUTORS NOTE
– Follow the instructions in [PART E_2] of the tutor guide, which are in red font.
E_2
| 1. | If you are looking for the cheapest* color printing and delivery in 4 weeks, which printer will you choose? |
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Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
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I will choose “LP-2578”.
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(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
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I will choose “LP-2578”.
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| 2. | From what parts of the information do you think so? |
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Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
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Looking at the delivery time, LP-2578, MF-3774, and XP-6530 will be delivered in 4 weeks.
Looking at the print cost per sheet of those three, LP-2578 and MF-3774 can print in color, and LP-2578 is the cheapest.
So, I think “LP-2578” is the correct answer.
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Wonderful job! Let’s move on to the next.
(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
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Looking at the delivery time, LP-2578, MF-3774, and XP-6530 will be delivered in 4 weeks.
Looking at the print cost per sheet of those three, LP-2578 and MF-3774 can print in color, and LP-2578 is the cheapest.
So, I think “LP-2578” is the correct answer.
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Wonderful job! Let’s move on to the next.
Part F Reading the Discussion & Your Opinion
F_1
Two people are having a conversation about a topic where they have differing opinions. Please read the entire dialogue aloud.
(Make the customer read aloud the entire dialogue alone. Wait for the customer to finish reading.)
some agree or disagree 賛否両論ある
F_2
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Sonny:
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Hi, Nicky. You know, my brother, Harry, has been telling me that he wants a smartphone. |
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Nicky:
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Really, Sonny? He’s only ten years old. It’s not yet time for him to have one. |
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Sonny:
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Maybe, but I think there are some functions that will be helpful for children and their families. |
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Nicky:
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Do you mean that it will be easy for him to contact his family and friends? |
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Sonny:
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Yes. Another one is GPS, which allows parents to see where their kids are so that they don’t worry so much. |
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Nicky:
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Although it may be useful, I’m still worried about allowing kids to use smartphones. You know, children should not use the Internet. |
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Sonny:
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I know what you mean. |
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Nicky:
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Using smartphones should be controlled by adults to prevent trouble in the future. |
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Sonny:
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You are correct. We should teach them how to use smartphones safely. |
TUTORS NOTE
– Follow the instructions in [PART F_3] of the tutor guide, which are in red font.
F_3
| 1. | What are they talking about? |
| Answer: |
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
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They are talking about children having smartphones.
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(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
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They are talking about children having smartphones.
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| 2. | Between Nicky and Sonny, who agrees and who disagrees with the topic? |
| Agree: | |
| Disagree: |
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
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Sonny agrees with the topic.
Nicky disagrees with the topic.
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(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
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Sonny agrees with the topic.
Nicky disagrees with the topic.
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| 3. | What is one of the opinions in the conversation that agrees with the topic? |
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Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
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It will be easy for him to contact his family and friends.
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(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
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It will be easy for him to contact his family and friends.
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| 4. | What is one of the opinions in the conversation that disagrees with the topic? |
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Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
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Children should not use the Internet.
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(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
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Children should not use the Internet.
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| 5. | If you agree with the topic, what do you think are the advantages? |
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Example:
– Being able to contact someone anywhere どこでも連絡が取れること
– Improving IT literacy ITを活用する能力を向上させること
– Being able to contact someone anywhere どこでも連絡が取れること
– Improving IT literacy ITを活用する能力を向上させること
Tutor: Review the answer
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(Any customer’s answer(s) is/are correct. Compliment the customer.)
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(Any customer’s answer(s) is/are correct. Compliment the customer.)
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| 6. | If you disagree with the topic, what do you think are the disadvantages? |
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Example:
– Spending too much time on the phone スマホに時間を使いすぎること
– The risk of being involved in accidents by visiting dangerous websites 危険なウェブサイトにより事故に巻き込まれるリスク
– Spending too much time on the phone スマホに時間を使いすぎること
– The risk of being involved in accidents by visiting dangerous websites 危険なウェブサイトにより事故に巻き込まれるリスク
Tutor: Review the answer
(Any customer’s answer(s) is/are correct. Compliment the customer.)
(Any customer’s answer(s) is/are correct. Compliment the customer.)
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Finally, please tell me your own opinion. What do you think about the topic? Children having smartphones. |
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I agree. / I disagree. Because ____________________________________. |
Tutor: Review the answer
(Any customer’s answer(s) is/are correct. Compliment the customer.)
(Any customer’s answer(s) is/are correct. Compliment the customer.)
Part G One More Challenge! Listening
TUTORS NOTE
– Follow the instructions in [PART G_1] and [PART G_2] in the tutor guide, which are in red font.
G_1
I will read a passage once. Choose the most appropriate answer to the question. Please listen carefully.
Read aloud the script below once.
(script)
A：Kate’s birthday is coming up. What do you think we should give her as a gift?
B：Perhaps a lovely cookbook with lots of pictures would be a good idea.
A：Nice. We could also get something nice to serve her cooking on so that she can show it off on social media.
B：That’s an excellent idea! Let’s search for a pretty one, and maybe we can find a book to go with it.
A：Kate’s birthday is coming up. What do you think we should give her as a gift?
B：Perhaps a lovely cookbook with lots of pictures would be a good idea.
A：Nice. We could also get something nice to serve her cooking on so that she can show it off on social media.
B：That’s an excellent idea! Let’s search for a pretty one, and maybe we can find a book to go with it.
G_2
What are they going to do next?
| a. | Buy some kitchen tools. |
| b. | Find an online gift store. |
| c. | Give Kate lots of pictures. |
| d. | Choose a plate and a book. |
| Answer: |
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
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The answer is “d. Choose a plate and a book.”
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Please read aloud the answer sentence(s).
Good job! Let’s move on to the next.
(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
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The answer is “d. Choose a plate and a book.”
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Please read aloud the answer sentence(s).
Good job! Let’s move on to the next.
Part H One More Challenge! Listening & Description
H_1
Look at the four similar pictures below. Please answer the questions about the differences between the pictures.
TUTORS NOTE
– Follow the instructions in [PART H_2] in the tutor guide, which are in red font.
H_2
| 1. | Look at pictures 1 and 3. What is the difference between pictures 1 and 3? |
| Answer: |
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
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The difference between pictures 1 and 3 is the shape.
Picture 1 is a tote bag.
Picture 3 is a backpack.
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(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
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The difference between pictures 1 and 3 is the shape.
Picture 1 is a tote bag.
Picture 3 is a backpack.
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| 2. | Look at pictures 3 and 4. What is the difference between pictures 3 and 4? |
| Answer: |
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
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The difference between pictures 3 and 4 is the prints.
Picture 3 has a teddy bear printed on it.
Picture 4 has a flower printed on it.
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(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
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The difference between pictures 3 and 4 is the prints.
Picture 3 has a teddy bear printed on it.
Picture 4 has a flower printed on it.
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TUTORS NOTE
– Follow the instructions in [PART H_3] in the tutor guide, which are in red font.
H_3
I will read a passage once. Choose the most appropriate answer to the question. Please listen carefully.
Read aloud the script below once.
(script) Look. He looks like Sally’s favorite teddy bear, and she can still use both hands while carrying it. That one is perfect for her.
H_4
| 3. | Which picture matches the script? |
| Answer: |
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
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I think picture 4 matches the script.
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(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
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I think picture 4 matches the script.
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| 4. | Why did you choose that picture? Please tell me the reason and describe the picture you chose. |
| Answer: |
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
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I chose picture 4 for two reasons.
First, it has a teddy bear printed on it. It looks like Sally’s favorite.
Second, it should be a backpack, so she can use both hands while carrying it.
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Awesome! Let’s move on to the next.
(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
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I chose picture 4 for two reasons.
First, it has a teddy bear printed on it. It looks like Sally’s favorite.
Second, it should be a backpack, so she can use both hands while carrying it.
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Awesome! Let’s move on to the next.
Part I One More Challenge! Reading Information
I_1
You are a student council officer. At a council meeting, it was decided to replace the printer, and you are in charge of purchasing it. You need to compare several printers online. Please read the information silently. I will give you 1 minute to read.
(Wait 1 minute for the customer to read silently.)
TUTORS NOTE
– Follow the instructions in [PART I_2] in the tutor guide, which are in red font.
I_2
| 1. | Both MF-3774 and XP-6530 … |
| a. | are cheaper than the other printers, but lack stock |
| b. | are cheaper than the other printers and come with a repair warranty |
| c. | can be purchased for less than $350 and can print in color |
| d. | can print only in black ink and be repaired for free forever |
| Answer: |
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
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b. Both MF-3774 and XP-6530 are cheaper than the other printers and come with a repair warranty.
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(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
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b. Both MF-3774 and XP-6530 are cheaper than the other printers and come with a repair warranty.
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| 2. | From what parts of the information do you think so? |
| Answer: |
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
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Looking at the prices and warranties, both MF-3774 and XP-6530 are cheaper than other printers and come with a warranty. So, I think “b” is the correct answer.
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Great job!
(Compliment the customer.)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
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Looking at the prices and warranties, both MF-3774 and XP-6530 are cheaper than other printers and come with a warranty. So, I think “b” is the correct answer.
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Great job!
Part J Free Talk
J_1
Let’s do a free talk about the following topics.
(Please do a free talk if you have time left.)
J_2
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What subject do you like? What subject do you not like? Who is your best friend? Tell me about him/her. |
A_4
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