TOEIC
Lesson4: Dealings| 取引

LESSON GOAL
Let’s check our lesson goal.
In this material, you will practice TOEIC with the content of the theme: “Dealings”.
PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. renewal [名] 刷新、更新
2. have a consultation with …と相談する
3. expert [名] 専門家
4. assess [動] …を見極める、…を鑑定する
5. directly [副] 直接
6. quantity discount 大口割引
7. level off 横ばいになる
8. boost [動]( 売り上げなど)を伸ばす
9. revenue [名] 収益
10. customer base 顧客基盤
11. on a regular basis 定期的に
12. tweak [動] …を微調整する
13. motivate+(someone)+to (人)に…する気を起こさせる
14. thereby [副] それによって
15. stagger [動] …をずらす
16. every two weeks 2週間ごとに
17. at shorter intervals より短い間隔で
18. frequently [副] 頻繁に
19. expand on …について詳しく話す
20. Sincerely, (手紙の結句として)敬具
PART A_3
Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.
PART A_4
1. have a consultation with 
Answer:
2. directly 
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3. on a regular basis 
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4. frequently 
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5. expand on 
Answer:
PART B_1
Please read the text below aloud. Then, I will check your pronunciation and intonation..
PART B_2
YOUR IDEAL CLOSET IS ONLY A FEW CLICKS AWAY!

CUSTOM CLOSETS, the number one online retailer of closet solutions, announces the renewal of its online shopping service! Create the ideal closet environment by following three simple steps:

・Have a real-time consultation with an expert to assess your storage needs
・Choose from a wide variety of materials and colors
・Place your order and have the ideal storage system delivered to your door

Since we deal directly with storage system manufacturers, we are able to offer competitive prices.
Quantity discounts are also available. Visit us today at customclosets.com and get your closet organized!

PART C_1
Let’s answer the question below. Also, tell me why you chose that answer.
PART C_2
According to the advertisement, what is probably true?

(A) CUSTOM CLOSETS is a manufacturer.
(B) CUSTOM CLOSETS does not offer advice.
(C) Prices may vary depending on the size of an order.
(D) Items sold at CUSTOM CLOSETS are cheaper elsewhere.
PART C_3
If you need clues, you can see the tips here before you answer.
HINTS
PART D_1
Now, let’s review the answer.
PART D_2
According to the advertisement, what is probably true?

(A) CUSTOM CLOSETS is a manufacturer.
(B) CUSTOM CLOSETS does not offer advice.
(C) Prices may vary depending on the size of an order.
(D) Items sold at CUSTOM CLOSETS are cheaper elsewhere.

PART E_1
Please read the text below aloud. Then, I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
PART E_2
TO: Mr. Colby Kent, Pennbrook Inc.
FROM: Heidi Peters, Best Solutions
DATE: June 11
SUBJECT: Profits


Dear Mr. Kent,

I am glad to be able to provide assistance concerning your company’s recent issues with profits leveling off. Below are suggestions for boosting revenue.


Online expansion:
Revise and expand your company’s Web site to make it more attractive to a wider customer base. In addition, holding online promotional events on a regular basis will tweak customer interest and motivate them to visit the Web site more often, thereby encouraging purchasing. Offering items that can only be purchased online is also appealing.

Stagger the introduction of new items:
Introduce new items once every two to three weeks instead of the current system where you present an entire line four times a year. Customers are always looking for something new-offering. New items at shorter intervals will have customers checking your products more frequently.

I would be happy to answer any questions or to expand on the above.


Sincerely,
Heidi Peters
PART F_1
Let’s answer the question below. Also, tell me why you chose that answer.
PART F_2
What is NOT mentioned in the email?

(A) The reason Colby Kent contacted Heidi Peters
(B) The types of products Pennbrook Inc. sells
(C) Solutions to stagnant profits
(D) Solutions to Web site management
PART F_3
If you need clues, you can see the tips here before you answer.
HINTS
PART G_1
Now, let’s review the answer.
PART G_2
What is NOT mentioned in the email?

(A) The reason Colby Kent contacted Heidi Peters
(B) The types of products Pennbrook Inc. sells
(C) Solutions to stagnant profits
(D) Solutions to Web site management

PART H_1
Here are some words and expressions that often appear in TOEIC.
If time allows, let’s read them.
PART H_2
1. manufacturer 製造会社
* supplierから見ると、manufacturer はclientとなる。
2. supplier 供給会社
3. competitive price  ほかに負けない値段
4. beat a competitor 競合会社を打ち負かす
5. close a deal 取引をまとめる
* dealには動詞の意味もあり、deal with …で「…と取引をする」。
6. expertise 専門性
7. outsource A to B A(の業務)をB にアウトソーシングする
8. reduce labor cost 人件費を削減する
9. customer 顧客
10. e-commerce 電子取引
* electronic commerceの省略形。
11. available online オンラインで購入できる
12. online payment オンライン決済
13. purchase … online …をオンラインで買う
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.