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U1 : Thank you for tuning in I’m Dan Williams, and I’m here with a special report on an online craze1 that’s sure to make you smile Have you ever imagined what your pet might say if it started speaking? Well, Andrew Grantham probably doesn’t know exactly what his dog, Clark, wants to talk about, but you would never guess that by his video on YouTube After taking a video recording of his dog opening and closing its mouth, Andrew added a dialogue in which Clark speaks to him about his displeasure over not being given any bacon The video has received over 125 million hits, which shows just how many people have deemed2 it hilarious3! And that’s not the only video putting words into others’ mouths One called “Talking Twin Babies” featured two small children making noises at each other in a way that seemed as if they were really having a conversation This led to other users of the site adapting the well-known video by adding subtitles4 that explained what the boys could be talking about In one, the boys discuss playing a trick on their parents, and in another they gossip5 about politics Do you have anything to say about this trend of giving words to those usually speechless6? Or you want to recommend another video worth watching? Then, head over7 to my blog8 and leave a comment on the entry that corresponds9 to this broadcast10 Audio Transcripts: Wendy: Ron, can you help me? I’m trying to add a hyperlink1 to my homepage2, but I keep getting an error message I’ve edited these HTML3 documents before, but I’m doing something wrong this time Ron: I didn’t know you had your own Web site, Wendy! Wendy: I use it to promote my acting I announce what I’m doing in the hopes of gaining fans and, someday, a big movie role Ron: Let me see if I can help Hmm I think your problem might be the GIF4 you are also trying to add I’ll try to fix the file later; in the meantime, your site is now up and running Wendy: Great! Let me try searching for it in my browser5 to make sure That’s funny It’s working in the other window6 I have open, but it isn’t listed in these search results Ron: Maybe it’s the search engine7 you’re using Try it again in Google Wendy: There it is! And it’s working perfectly now Ron: Could you give me the URL8? I’d love to look at it when I have free time Wendy: of it Sure It’s www.wendycanact.net9 And let me know of any criticisms you have * Alice: Hey, Jim I have an extra ticket for the ballet tonight Do you want to join me? Jim: Sorry, Alice, but I avoid anything related to dancing like the plague Alice: Are you serious? Dance performances are so graceful! How could you not go to great lengths to see them? Jim: That’s how I feel about hockey games Alice: Now that’s something I steer clear of It’s such a violent sport I live for good basketball games though With the right players, those games are amazing to watch Jim: You’re right I always have a blast watching those, especially live Alice: I actually shy away from going to games I prefer watching them on TV Jim: How about baseball? There’s a game coming up this week that I want to go to Would you be interested in going? Alice: I certainly get a kick out of baseball Let’s it! * Thanks for tuning in, listeners! In today’s podcast, we’re going to talk about musicians from the 80s One of my favorite singers was Brittany Gibson She rose to fame after releasing her first single, but despite her sparkling personality and gorgeous looks, she only had a moment in the sun Her second song failed to gain her any fans, and she ended up a one-hit wonder The R&B group Boys in the Neighborhood did slightly better Their beautiful harmonies amazed audiences around the world They too, however, proved to be just a flavor of the month After selling out stadiums in their first world tour, they could barely fill a cafeteria in their second Another group that was very popular during that decade was Banana Mama Despite the comical name, fans swore they wouldn’t be a flash in the pan But they were wrong As the 80s ended, so did their fifteen minutes of fame I wonder what they’re doing now Well, that’s it for today Visit my Web site and vote for your favorite 80s artist or group, and I’ll announce the winner next week! * Ben: So, who you guys think will win the sales competition this year? Jenny: Oh, come on, Ben It has to be me I’ve been the top dog for three years in a row Who could possibly beat me? Craig: Jenny, you are so full of yourself There are many salespeople working here that could win Jenny: Really, Craig? Who you think is the best of the best then? Craig: Actually, I think Ben is Ben: Do you really think so? Craig: Yeah I’ve been looking over everyone’s numbers, and you’ve been doing well this quarter Ben: Wow! I might get a big head after hearing that! Jenny: You guys are crazy I’ve been checking the information too, and it’s pretty clear that I’m the cream of the crop in this office Craig: Why are you always on your high horse? Just relax and let someone else be special for a change U2: * Tom Lamont is a journalist in England He tries to lead a fairly healthy life, which includes eating plenty of fruit and vegetables One day, he wondered what would happen if he only consumed1 food that he saw advertised on television To find out, he tried a monthlong experiment of sustaining2 himself only with items spotted on TV At first, Tom thought it was fun His first dinner was a bag of salad, a carton3 of orange juice, and some Kentucky Fried Chicken But the novelty4 quickly wore off5 After three days, Tom noticed that he wasn’t able to think or act as fast It became harder to work through the afternoon By the time the first week was over, sandwiches from Subway had become a staple6 of his diet just because they had lettuce! After the second week, he was fatter around the middle, and he had pimples7 on his face He was miserable during the third and fourth weeks Not only did he feel tired physically, but he was also mentally8 drained9 He said his brain felt like it was “wrapped in a layer of insulation10 foam.” It was all because the food most often advertised on TV isn’t natural or wholesome11 The next time you see a juicy McDonald’s burger on your screen, remember: you could regret eating it later * Host: These days, we have plenty of information on healthy eating, but studies often contradict1 each other That makes it hard to distinguish food fact from fiction Here to clear up the confusion is nutritionist2 Kathy Helms Kathy: Thanks for having me on the show, Nick Host: I’m going to read a series of statements about food that are generally accepted as true You say whether they’re fact or fiction Kathy: Sounds good Host: Chocolate causes acne3 Kathy: Fiction Host: Yes! I know what my afternoon snack will be Kathy: Not so fast Unsweetened chocolate is OK, but chocolate bars are packed with sugar and calories4, so you should still resist5 them Host: That’s unfortunate Here’s another: eggs are bad for your heart * Heather: Hey, you want to go to Shilin Night Market with me tonight? Jack: No way Heather: What? Why not? Jack: To be honest, I think night market food is an acquired taste My foreign taste buds are still adjusting Heather: I understand that you feel that way about some dishes, like stinky tofu That dish can really stink up a place But what about some of the other foods, like chicken’s feet? Jack: Those are terrible! First of all, they are as ugly as sin And secondly, they lack for flavor Heather: OK, OK Have you tried oyster pancakes or sushi? Jack: Seafood smells terrible, so those stink to high heaven, too Heather: You must like potstickers Jack: Those aren’t much to look at The ones I see are always a little burnt around the edges Heather: My goodness! I take my invitation back I don’t want to eat with someone as picky as you! * Melissa: Hey, Derrick Did you register for classes this morning? Derrick: Yeah I’m really looking forward to one class: Physiology of Exercise II I was crazy about Physiology of Exercise I, so I expect this one will also be good Melissa: Cool I’m taking American Literature I’m wild about those writers Derrick: Really? I think little of them To me, their books all sound identical Frankly, Shakespeare is the only author I hold in high regard That’s why I’m taking a class about his plays Melissa: I’m also taking Introduction to Psychology Everyone seems to think a lot of the professor teaching the class, Dr Shaker Derrick: Hmm You know who I don’t respect? Professor Williams I look down my nose at her grading criteria It’s so subjective, and she loves to pass out bad grades I can’t believe I have to take Life Science from her Melissa: I turn up my nose at all science classes—it doesn’t matter who is teaching them! That’s why I’m not looking forward to Biology Derrick: Oh well The semester will end eventually! * Jennifer: Hey, Cooper How are you feeling after yesterday’s carnival? Cooper: Jennifer: Whew, I’m exhausted It was chock full of fun but so tiring! I feel the same way We probably stayed out too late But there was so much to Cooper: There were a load of game booths Those kept us pretty busy, especially the basketball hoops Jennifer: Yeah You were a great shot! Cooper: Thanks Jennifer: I was more interested in the food though The place was filled to the brim with food vendors And their snacks were so yummy that I couldn’t resist the temptation Cooper: Jennifer: Wow That might have been overdoing it Cooper: Jennifer: Tell me about it I got three corn dogs! But you know what my favorite part was? What? Cooper: That carnival was overflowing with rides The train, the pony rides, the merry-go-round—they were all great Jennifer: Cooper! The rides were just for kids! U3: It’s undeniable1 that traveling abroad is worthwhile for almost everyone, so why not give your child the chance to live in a foreign country? JFK International School is located in scenic2 Saanen, Switzerland, and hosts around 25 boarding3 students each year At JFK, there are numerous specialist4 teachers on staff; this gives students more academic freedom when it comes to what they want to learn Additionally, JFK believes the stresses of competition can be detrimental5 to the learning environment, so instead students undertake individual challenges against themselves No.2 - Shanghai Pinghe Bilingual School, China Although Pinghe is a newer school, the academic achievements of its students prove that it is a top-notch6 learning institution The school aims to merge7 the best aspects of Eastern and Western education styles, so there is an emphasis on both rote8 learning and ingenuity9 Pinghe employs teachers with diverse educational backgrounds as the school’s philosophy centers on training students to become high caliber10 world citizens As with most schools in Asia, Pinghe uses many test-oriented11 teaching methods in the classrooms This approach has aided the school’s students in entering many elite12 colleges around the globe No.3 - Brightworks School, United States At Brightworks the cultivation13 of creativity14 is of the utmost15 importance, so there aren’t traditional classes During the school year, students are introduced to several different themes, and then they work individually and in groups to explore and experiment with each topic Unlike at other schools, at Brightworks the students are encouraged to question everything This trains them to become independent thinkers, which will be valuable for them later in life Applications to the school can be turned in online, but spots in the program fill up fast Don’t wait too long to sign your child up for this amazing opportunity! Henry: I’ve been having some trouble in my Spanish class, so I’ve decided to hire a tutor to help me Remembering all the information I’m told in class is very difficult for me I hope that my new tutor will be able to explain things to me in a way I’ll understand We’ll meet for thirty-minute sessions at first because I think studying for more than that is agony.14 I wish Spanish was as easy for me as chemistry I love that class because I get to experiments with a lab partner almost every day I find it really helpful when my chemistry teacher demonstrates15 how to things, too * Jessica: Wow, Kyle! I’m shocked by your math score Kyle: I’m not I’m usually lost in thought following lunch, and since that class is at one o’clock, I pretty much expected this to happen Jessica: What about you, Alan? Alan: I always give our math teacher my full attention, and I think my score shows that How did you in biology, Jessica? Jessica: What you think? It’s my favorite class! Kyle: I wish I could hang on our biology teacher’s every word like you Maybe my score would have been the same as yours Alan: Don’t worry, Kyle You definitely didn’t have other things on your mind in English Kyle: True That’s the one class where I’m always all ears Jessica: And it shows! By looking at the scores Alan and I received, it seems like we were in a haze the whole time * Ben: Linda, I’m having some trouble Linda: How can I help? Ben: Could you clear up how I’m supposed to fill out this leave request form? Linda: I thought you were taught that at orientation Ben: I was Our manager explained it, but I forgot some steps Then, I talked to Ryan, and he really mixed me up Linda: manager Well, I don’t want to muddy the waters more, so I think you should talk to our Ben: All right Could you at least break down the reimbursement procedure for me? That wasn’t covered on my first day Linda: Sure First, you need to wait and collect all of the receipts for the month Once you put in the application, you can’t adjust it Then you need to add a 3% bonus to any amount that was charged outside of the immediate area Ben: Wait, wait, wait! You threw me off with that last part Linda: Honestly, Ben I think you should just redo your orientation! * Clerk: Ma’am, can I help you with something? Customer: Maybe I’m trying to settle on what to get my boyfriend for his birthday Clerk: When I have a hard time making up my mind on a gift, I try to think about something the person really needs Customer: That’s a good idea I know he needs some gloves for the winter Clerk: Perfect We have a large selection of those over here Customer: They look nice, but I’m not sure if I should take the plunge Clerk: What other ideas did you have? Customer: Originally, I was going to get him either a video game or a new badminton racket In fact, I’ve reached my decision and know what I will get him now Sorry for wasting your time, but I need to visit a different store Clerk: I understand Once I take it into my head to buy something, that’s exactly what I’ll get, too U4: * No Broadcaster: Welcome back to another live broadcast everybody! It’s a perfect day for a game, and I’m sure all the fans in attendance are thankful for the wonderful weather The home team is heading onto the field now, and the first batter for the away team is walking up to the plate If you listened to the game yesterday, you’ll remember this batter1 as the one who hit that disappointing pop fly2 that lead to the team’s third out3 in the ninth inning4 Let’s see if he’ll better today The pitcher5 is winding up6 and strike one Strike two Uh-oh, this guy could be in big trouble He swings and connects! The ball shoots to the outfield7 This could be a home run folks! Oh, spoke too soon Caught by the center fielder8, and the batter is out No Broadcaster: And that’s the buzzer9 to end the third quarter Looks like the coach of the home team is making some changes to the lineup10 He’s taken out the starting center and is going to replace him with rookie11 Dave Smith Smith is well-known for his jump shot12, which could be the reason behind the change The other team has been having quite an easy time blocking all efforts to score We’re getting ready to start the fourth quarter now All right, Smith is receiving a pass from the point guard13 And in it goes Two more points for the home team! * No Broadcaster: Welcome back to another live broadcast everybody! It’s a perfect day for a game, and I’m sure all the fans in attendance are thankful for the wonderful weather The home team is heading onto the field now, and the first batter for the away team is walking up to the plate If you listened to the game yesterday, you’ll remember this batter1 as the one who hit that disappointing pop fly2 that lead to the team’s third out3 in the ninth inning4 Let’s see if he’ll better today The pitcher5 is winding up6 and strike one Strike two Uh-oh, this guy could be in big trouble He swings and connects! The ball shoots to the outfield7 This could be a home run folks! Oh, spoke too soon Caught by the center fielder8, and the batter is out No Broadcaster: And that’s the buzzer9 to end the third quarter Looks like the coach of the home team is making some changes to the lineup10 He’s taken out the starting center and is going to replace him with rookie11 Dave Smith Smith is well-known for his jump shot12, which could be the reason behind the change The other team has been having quite an easy time blocking all efforts to score We’re getting ready to start the fourth quarter now All right, Smith is receiving a pass from the point guard13 And in it goes Two more points for the home team! * Casey: Hey, Pat How did your favorite team in their game yesterday? Pat: Actually, Casey, the Eagles blew it! The worst part about it was that they beat the pants off the Dolphins last year! Casey: Pat: Sorry to hear it My favorite team played last night, too, you know Really? How did they do? Casey: Well, the beginning of the game was pretty terrible The Tigers were doing poorly, and the other team was really beating them down Pat: Did you stop watching? Casey: I thought about it, but I decided to stand by my team It was a good thing I did because in the last inning, the Tigers got the better of the Blues Pat: * Paul: I’m glad not both of our teams got whipped! Alana, isn’t the final debate before the student election taking place tonight? Alana: Yup And I’m all set Paul: I hope so because you and Roger are still neck and neck Whoever wins this debate could end up being our class president Alana: You’re right, Paul I’m glad that we’re in a dead heat now It took a lot of effort for me to gain as much support as he had in the beginning Paul: Being on the school’s winning football team certainly gave him a leg up on you in terms of popularity You’re lucky that I dedicated so much of my time helping out your campaign Alana: That’s true If it weren’t for you, I wouldn’t be on par with Roger now Paul: So, how are you going to win the debate? Alana: I have an ace up my sleeve that will really make Roger sweat, but I can’t tell you what it is yet I want it to shock everybody! Paul: All right Good luck tonight! * Judy: Hey, Rex I’m ready to check out those reports and see who we’ll keep as customers Rex: OK Dylan is first His date said that he really moved heaven and earth to make sure she was having a good time Judy: Well, that’s an easy one to accept Who’s next? Rex: Candie It looks like she chickened out and didn’t show up Judy: She’ll have to find herself another agency then Do you have any information about Holly yet? She’s a good friend of mine Rex: Yes, her date said he had an alright time Everything started out fine, but then Holly ran out of steam Judy: At least she didn’t lose her nerve completely She should get another chance Rex: Of course Man, look at Hank’s report! His date said that he is incapable of talking about anything except his ex-girlfriend Judy: I wonder why he can’t give up the ghost We’ll have to pass on his business until he can Anyone else? Rex: One more Her name is Abby, and I think she really enjoyed her date because she poured her blood, sweat, and tears into an e-mail explaining why we should keep her Judy: I like that Let’s set her up again soon U5: * No If you adore1 music, then you should join FansofMusic.com It’s the best site for connecting with other music lovers on the Internet Membership is free, but you must remain active on the site No lurkers2 here! We want everyone to contribute, either by discussing things in our forums3 or posting information about new releases Please visit our wiki4 first, and then contact us with any questions before opening an account No ReadIt.net is the biggest and best news aggregator5 on the Internet Read It members post links that direct other users to news stories from all corners of the globe All you need to is subscribe6 to the topics that interest you, and then you’ll be presented with all the news that has been tagged as belonging to that category No Want to talk to someone new? Then try out ChatWithOne.com! Chat with One is an instant messaging program that randomly7 matches up users for a chat To get started, just visit our Web site, type in a screen name, and choose an avatar8 Then you’ll be put into a chat room with a stranger to talk to You’ll have so much fun that you’ll want to bookmark our page so that you can come back again and again At Chat with One, trolls9 will not be tolerated Anyone caught harassing10 other users will be banned from the site * Bob: Many people feel more comfortable communicating via social networking sites than face-to-face However, some simple rules should be followed in order to shield1 yourself from possible perils2 online First, never give personal information, such as your name, address, or occupation to someone you don’t know Scammers3 will anything to get the data they need to hack into4 other people’s accounts Even telling a stranger your birthday could have disastrous5 consequences Second, remember that anything you post online will stay there and can be retrieved6 by anyone, so never mention private information on a message board7 Doing so is just as reckless8 as telling it to a stranger Third, use a unique password for every account that you have Otherwise, if someone succeeds in getting into one of your accounts, he or she will have access to them all For supplementary9 security, think of different usernames for each site you are a member of as well This will make it harder for others to break into more than one of your accounts, and it will make it less likely that someone can track you between different places you visit online Finally, as no computer is immune10 from coming into contact with malicious11 Internet files, install some sort of antivirus12 program on your computer and keep it up to date Having one is important for protecting your private information and making sure that your computer runs smoothly * Thanks for coming everyone I’d like us to finish as quickly as possible, so let’s get started First of all, we need to stop dragging our feet when it comes to customer complaints Starting from today, I expect all problems to be dealt with within twenty-four hours Next, I’ve decided to set a bonus system in motion for the sales staff Once you hit 10 Organic cosmetics, on the other hand, are beneficial rather than contaminating For one, they enhance the health of your skin The natural components don’t block your pores with aluminum-based elements In fact, some ingredients can make you livelier For example, many organic products use herbs, which stimulate your senses and energize your body Based on research results, I firmly believe that consumers will be better off using organic cosmetics This is one trend that everyone should embrace for their own safety and health U1: W: With modern technology, online relationships are becoming more and more common Facebook, Twitter, chat rooms, and blog sites are all useful tools for establishing relations over the Internet While some feel this is unsafe, in today’s cyber-connected world, it just makes sense to take advantage of the communication methods available * Like it or not, society will only be relying more on Internet resources as technology progresses Whereas before, people had to meet partners through school, work, or clubs, now they can find dates with similar interests online Similarly, people have begun making friendships over the Web It is convenient—people can make new friends from the comfort of their own home It is fun—one can share photos and favorite websites And it is especially rewarding for those who are shy—now they can comfortably introduce themselves to total strangers * Those against Internet relationships typically oppose them because of safety concerns After all, one may not ever have the opportunity to meet an Internet acquaintance face-toface Your new boyfriend could be a cyber thief! However, this problem can be easily prevented: simply don’t give out personal information In the same way, people argue that, because of their innocence, children are an easy target for Internet criminals Parents should discuss the dangers with their children and teach them how to safely use the Internet It’s a great way to learn a valuable life skill * Once you think about it, the Web really isn’t a scary place to meet new people By using common sense and following a few safety guidelines, you can make new friends with a simple click of your mouse NHẬN LÀM BẰNG ĐẠI HỌC – CAO ĐẲNG CHẤT LƯỢNG – UY TÍN 85 Hotline: Nhận làm Đại học,giấy tờ ,Bằng Lái Xe Các Loại, làm sổ đỏ vay ngân hàng tốt, làm chứng minh, cà vẹt xe, chuyên lo cho em học sinh vào trường đại học.Nhận làm giấy tờ xuất cảnh, du học, lo học trường đại học quốc tế ▄ Liên hệ : 0972978581; anh son gmail: nguyenson987654@gmail.com gap mat truc tiep giao bang ***Gía gốc,khơng qua trung gian(cò) nên bạn yên tâm giá chất lượng - Chúng làm cho bạn BẰNG ý ,chất lượng ,chính xác 100%.Tất that 100% chất liệu phôi, dấu mộc, mộc deu la thật, tuyệt đẹp, tuyệt đối bảo mật cho khách hang, tất có bảng điểm & bảng photo có cơng chứng kèm theo * NHẬN LÀM BẰNG : BẰNG CẤP 3; BẰNG TRUNG CẤP ; BẰNG CAO ĐẲNG; BẰNG ĐẠI HỌC ; CHỨNG CHỈ TIN HỌC - ENGLISH CÁC LOẠI; BẰNG lÁi xe CÁC LOẠI; CÀVẸT XE; SỔ ĐỎ - SỔ HỒNG - SỔ HỘ KHẨU; CMND CÁC LOẠI * DỊCH VỤ CỦA CHÚNG TƠI GỒM CĨ: Tiến sĩ: triệu Th Sỹ: triệu •BẰNG ĐẠI HỌC :5,5 TRIỆU •BẰNG CAO ĐẲNG: 4,5TRIỆU •BẰNG TRUNG CẤP: 3,5 TRIỆU •BẰNG CẤP 3,BẰNG TỐT NGHIỆP THPT, PTTH : GIÁ 3TRIỆU •SỔ ĐỎ ( ĐẢM BẢO ĐI VAY NGÂN HÀNG TỐT ) : 15 TRIỆU •CHỨNG CHỈ TOEIC, TOEFL : GIÁ 3TRIỆU •SỔ HỘ KHẨU : TR; LÀM CMND : 1trieu ( NGÀY XONG ) •CHỨNG CHỈ NGHỀ : TRIỆU •CHỨNG CHỈ NGOẠI NGỮ, TIN HỌC: A,B,C – 1tr5 •BẰNG lÁi xe : A1 – 7tram ; B2 – TR; BẰNG lÁi xe DẤU C, D, E •Làm tất cấp, chứng chỉ, giấy tờ… theo nhu cầu quý khách khắp tất Tỉnh, Thành toàn quốc * ĐẢM BẢO: -hàng năm có số lượng lớn sinh viên trường đại Học Và cao đẳng bị đuổi học liên hệ với trường mua lại số phơi đó,vì đảm bảo: BẰNG PHƠI THẬT LÀM TỪ – NGÀY LÀ XONG GỒM: BẰNG + PHOTO CÔNG CHỨNG( BẢN ) + BÃNG ĐIỂM QUÁ TRÌNH HỌC -Cách thức làm việc: Sau cung cấp đầy đủ thơng tin cho mình, đến ngày sau nhận Nếu cần làm nhanh lấy ngày Các loại Bằng Đại Học, Cao đẳng có kèm theo Học Bạ Bảng Điểm UY tín hẹn , phơi thật tem thật (7 màu có cánh ) , mộc giấp lai mộc đóng 100% khơng chỗ khác , bao soi ! *** LIÊN HỆ: 0972978581 anh son, vui long de lai tn neu may ban ( nguyenson987654@gmail.com ) ! 86 Writing tasks Informal letter s Task 1: A friend invited you to his hometown to partake in a festival Write a letter (thank you card) to your friend to thank him for his hospitality and for having a great time while at his/her hometown Task 2: Your best friend is leaving for another country to pursue his/her studies Write a card/letter to wish him/her luck Task 3: Apology email/letter to an employer for missing an Interview Explain valid reasons for missing the interview Task 4: You are the leader of a fitness club in your area Early morning, you conduct an activity on aerobics where you play music Unknowingly, you are causing disturbance among your neighbors You got a letter of complaint about it Write a letter of apology as a response to the complaint of one of your neighbors Formal letter structure • The first paragraph should be short and state the purpose of the letter- to make an enquiry, complain, request something, etc • The paragraph or paragraphs in the middle of the letter should contain the relevant information behind the writing of the letter Most letters in English are not very long, so keep the information to the essentials and concentrate on organising it in a clear and logical manner rather than expanding too much • The last paragraph of a formal letter should state what action you expect the recipient to take- (e.g) to refund, send you information, etc 87 Sample letters Dear Mr Smith I recently saw an advertisement for your new range of kitchen equipment I own a small retail shop selling household goods and am interested in buying some of your new products Could you therefore please send me your price list? [first request] I would also be grateful if you could include details of delivery and postage [second request, with also] Thank you in advance Best regards Dear Mr Dam I am writing to request a re-scheduling of my interview appointment with your esteemed company which was scheduled on January 15, 2015 at 5pm I was called for an interview with Fine Prospects Pvt Ltd I am unable to make it for the said interview as there is a recent bereavement in my family which requires my full attention and presence outside the country at the moment I will be back by January 20, 2015 for a rescheduled interview I believe that my relevant qualifications and years of marketing experience make me a relevant candidate for the mentioned post My records with previous employments have been impeccable as to attitude and performance I appeal to your kind consideration on my request I can be contacted at joeg@yahoo.com for any clarification I await your kind response Thank you With best regards, Joe Garner Dear Recipient Please allow me to apologize for what I (said, did, etc…) on {day/date} My behavior was extremely inappropriate, immature, and lacked the respect you deserved It was a disruption and distracted others from {doing their job, learning, etc…} It was embarrassing, but I learned that nobody appreciated my poor behavior In 88 the future, I have every intention of curbing my thoughtless actions and learn to adjust my behavior befitting the environment and situation Again, I am sorry for my actions and I hope that we can put this matter behind us I look forward to (working, learning from, etc…) you (again/soon) If you have any thoughts in this, please feel free to share You may contact me at your convenience at {email/phone} Sincerely, Sender Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing today to complain of the poor service I received from your company on June 12, 2008 I was visited by a representative of That Awful Company, Mr Madman, at my home on that day Mr Madman was one hour late for his appointment and offered nothing by way of apology when he arrived at noon Mr Madman then proceeded to present a range of products to me that I had specifically told his assistant by telephone I was not interested in I repeatedly tried to ask your representative about the products that were of interest to me, but he refused to deal with my questions We ended our meeting after 25 minutes without either of us having accomplished anything I am most annoyed that I wasted a morning waiting for Mr Madman to show up My impression of That Awful Company has been tarnished, and I am now concerned about how my existing business is being managed by your firm I trust this is not the way That Awful Company wishes to conduct business with valued customers—I have been with you since the company was founded and have never encountered such treatment before I would welcome the opportunity to discuss matters further and to learn of how you propose to prevent a similar situation from recurring I look forward to hearing from you Dear [Contact Person]: On [date], I [bought, leased, rented, or had repaired] a [name of the product, with serial or model number, or service performed] at [location, date, and other important details of the transaction] Unfortunately, your product [or service] has not performed well [or the service was inadequate] because [state the problem] I am disappointed because[explain the problem: for example, the product does not work properly; the service was not performed correctly; I was billed the wrong amount; something was not disclosed clearly or was misrepresented; etc.] To resolve the problem, I would appreciate your [state the specific action you 89 want: money refunded, charge card credit, repair, exchange, etc.] Enclosed are copies (do not send originals) of my records [include receipts, guarantees, warranties, canceled checks, contracts, model and serial numbers, and any other documents] I look forward to your reply and a resolution to my problem Please contact me at the above address or by phone at[home and/or office numbers with area code] Sincerely, Your name Dear Manager RE: COMPLAINT ABOUT FAULTY TELEVISION CABINET PURCHASED AT CABINET WORLD ON 15 DECEMBER 2012 I am unhappy with the quality of a television cabinet I bought at Street on 15 December and I am writing to seek a replacement The cabinet doors not open and shut properly and the stain on the cabinet is uneven, with one half darker than the other The cabinet was delivered on 30 December and I noticed this problem as soon as I unpacked it from the box The cabinet is not of acceptable quality and does not match the sample cabinet I was shown in store I would like you to replace it with one of the same quality and finish as the sample and arrange for return of the faulty cabinet at no cost I have attached a photocopy of my receipt as proof of purchase I would like to have this problem fixed quickly please If I not hear from you within 10 days, I will lodge a formal complaint with Consumer Affairs in my state You can contact me on 1234 5678 during working hours or after hours on 123 456 789 to discuss this matter further Yours sincerely, Jane Brown Enclosed: Copy of the receipt for television cabinet Dear Mr Gilhooley, I am writing to apply for the programmer position advertised in the Times Union As requested, I am enclosing a completed job application, my certification, my resume, and three references 90 The opportunity presented in this listing is very interesting, and I believe that my strong technical experience and education will make me a very competitive candidate for this position The key strengths that I possess for success in this position include: • I have successfully designed, developed, and supported live use applications • I strive for continued excellence • I provide exceptional contributions to customer service for all customers With a BS degree in Computer Programming, I have a full understanding of the full life cycle of a software development project I also have experience in learning and excelling at new technologies as needed Please see my resume for additional information on my experience I can be reached anytime via email at john.donaldson@emailexample.com or my cell phone, 909-555-5555 Thank you for your time and consideration I look forward to speaking with you about this employment opportunity [Date] Dear [Manager], I am writing to officially tender my resignation from [company name] effective [date] Working for [company name] has been a great learning experience I could not ask for a better group of colleagues I have grown in many ways during my time here and I appreciate the opportunities provided for me by [company name] I will be accepting a position as [position] with [Company name] While I will miss my friends here at [company name], I feel that it is a time for new challenge and experience If you have any questions, I will be happy to discuss this decision with you further Best wishes, [Your Name] Dear Tom, Words really fail to express my joy at the news of your selection as Administration Officer at XYZ Corp Your selection was however no surprise because a man of 91 your caliber and intelligence was bound to fare excellently sooner or later An Administration Officer's post in XYZ Corp is one of the most highly prized posts in our country, both from the point of view of emoluments and the wide and quick opportunities for promotion A person selected on this post at such a young age as yours, stands a chance of reaching the highest post in the officer's cadre in XYZ Corp It is an added pleasure for us all that the place of your posting is just at a distance of 15 miles from our city, and we can always expect to see you almost every week We all send you our heartiest congratulations and best wishes Yours sincerely, Elizabeth Dear Sophie and Luke, Hearty congratulations on your recent marriage, I am writing to send you my very best wishes for your married life and bright your future together I know that you two were made for each other, and now you have tied the bond of love and can look forward to a lifetime of happiness together Charles Dickens wrote "Have a heart that never hardens, and a temper that never tires, and a touch that never hurts" My sincere wish is that your married life together will have this principle all through, and that your love for one other grows with each passing day Thank you for inviting Peter and myself to your wedding It was such a wonderful occasion to be at We were both so pleased being there to be able to share your very special day and to celebrate your marriage Sending you our heartfelt best wishes for your future together Congrats again! Dear Ms./Mr Surname, With this letter I hereby wish to thank you for (STATE REASON, for example help, assistance, guidance) during (STATE OCCASION, for example my last visit, our meeting, etc.) It really helped me a lot in/for (Explain what for you find assistance useful, for example in job search, loan application, etc ) I honestly believe that your advices and guidance has resulted with a positive 92 outcome for me Furthermore I would like to point out that your attitude was above your job mandate and I personally believe that your company appreciates your devotion and commitment to your work organization and clients Thank you very much again and I wish you a lot of success In your career and life Kind regards, Name and Surname of the Sender [Signature] Dear Mr Moriarity: On behalf of the Board of Directors, I would like to extend a formal invitation; we would like you to be the closing keynote speaker at the upcoming 2009 NEERI Conference The theme of this conference is "Global Warming: A Major Environmental Problem." The conference will be held at the Oceanfront Conference Center, in San Antonio, December - 5, 2008 For your information, Susan McLeen will be the opening keynote speaker The provisional title of her presentation is "Factors That Contribute to Global Warming." I will forward a complete draft of the program to you in a few weeks so that you can know what specific subjects will be covered by the other speakers We expect attendance this year to higher than it has ever been – approximately 2,000 delegates and 150 speakers This includes a large contingent from our new European chapter, which is based in Geneva We would be pleased and honored if you would be our closing speaker at the 2009 NEERI Conference I will call you next week to discuss this Madam: A newcomer to the hobby of gem making, I was attracted to your advertisement, in the current issue of the Magazine of Jewelry Making, of a trim saw, especially in view of the reasonable price given Specifically, I would like to know How thick a rock will the saw cut? How long can one expect a diamond blade to last? What kinds of coolants you recommend? I would be most appreciative if you could find the time to answer my questions I 93 expect that I shall be sending you an order soon Sincerely yours, Carla Estrada Dear Ms Green, I am writing to inquire about job opportunities at Environmental Consultants, Inc Your web page highlights that you are in the process of expanding your research facilities and I am pleased to learn that your company may be in need of additional individuals with strong research and leadership skills I will be graduating this May with a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology and believe my education and experience make me a good fit for your company My experience as an intern with Carson Geological Consultants, as well as in the Jonesboro College Department of Geology, has provided me with a strong foundation in the field of environmental impact research My specialty area of soil composition analysis should prove beneficial in performing the duties of the Coordinator For the past two years, I served as president of my Fraternity I was responsible for coordinating activities, organizing meetings and providing leadership to a peer group of 25 men My enclosed resume provides additional information on my education and experience I look forward to an opportunity to discuss my qualifications and learn more about your company Feel free to contact me at (765) 495-xxxx I am available Mondays after p.m I will be contacting you on February to assure you received my application Thank you for your time and consideration Dear Sir/ Madam, This is the letter to convey my apology for missing the interview which is meant for higher post in your company First of all I should regret for my behaviour and I regret for it in a very precise manner There was an interview that has been arranged in your company for getting higher position and I’ve applied for Manager in that But while I come to office there was an accident and the person was heavily injured I went to take care of him and that’s why missed the interview Since it is my personal issue and I should not get any kind of excuse for that But there is no other go for me to seek for apologise and that’s why this letter is meant for I request you to apologise me and get me one more chance to prove that am a good employee 94 Dear Mrs Balding, I would like to offer my sincerest apologies for missing our interview last week I know we were scheduled to meet at 2pm on Friday, January 14 Although I left with plenty of time to reach your offices, I was unexpectedly delayed There was an accident on the road that brought the traffic to a complete stop for a half an hour I attempted to get a hold of you over the phone to no avail By the time I reached your office, you were unable to see me I understand that it is my fault for missing the interview and that your time is precious I apologize again for the inconvenience it may have caused you Although I understand that my missing the interview has weakened my prospects at your company, I hope to be able to overcome this set back and still be considered for the position I know I am a strong candidate that would fit in perfectly with your company I really like your company and have high hopes of becoming an employee I have included another copy of my resume with this letter, and I hope that you will still consider my application and rearrange the interview However, I understand if that is not the case I will call you later this week to reschedule the interview, and I hope that will be acceptable to you Again, I apologize for the inconvenience Thank you for your time I look forward to hearing from you again and meeting with you Thank you, Sally Wilde Dear Mr Addams, I am very sorry for missing the interview that you have set up for me last Monday, March 12 I was caught up in the hospital because I had to bring my niece to the hospital due to a bad accident I hope for your kind consideration and I hope that we can set up another appointment if that is possible Sincerely Yours, Chris Evans 95 96 Top Things to look for when choosing a hotel by Tracey Christensen When choosing a hotel, you’ll be faced with a varied array of options Filtering through these choices to find the hotel that suits you or your travel companions’ requirements can be a challenging task Doing your research before you book can make all the difference to how much you enjoy your stay Here are things to look for when choosing a suitable hotel Location The most important factor is location If your intended hotel stay is for a holiday, then proximity to beaches, fun parks, tourist attractions and restaurants will play a critical part in your decision If, on the other hand, the trip is for business purposes then being close to the town centre may be more important Proximity to shopping centres, sporting facilities or medical services may also be a consideration Amenities Hotel amenities are the second most important factor If you are booking a family holiday with children, then a hotel with a swimming pool and kids’ club will likely jump to the top of your list Likewise, a hotel offering Wi Fi and a wide range of business and secretarial services will be more suitable if you are travelling for business reasons If you can’t bear to be parted from your puppy, pet-friendly accommodation will be essential Non-smokers may request specific rooms, if available 97 Value It goes without saying that value for money is a factor when choosing a hotel Consider value adding extras such as laundry services and extended hours’ room service that may enhance your stay Searching for hotel deals and packages, or asking for a discounted rate, may also be worthwhile Many hotels will consider price matching to lure you away from a competitor don’t be afraid to ask for a better price! Comparing hotels with a similar AAA star rating is another way to evaluate value for money Reviews Reviews are a valuable tool when deciding where to stay Many travellers enjoy sharing their experiences after they return from a trip, whether they are good or bad Travel forums, hotel review sites and even social media are great places to check out what other travellers recommend (or not) A long list of bad reviews is a good indication that a hotel isn’t performing as it should Keep in mind when reading reviews that what may be a negative for one traveller, for example, the noise of children playing in a pool, may actually be a positive for someone else Accessibility Accessibility to transport can also be an important factor If you are taking your own car or hiring one, is there somewhere to park it either on-site or nearby? Does the hotel offer shuttle services to the airport, shopping centre or local attractions? Is there public transport nearby, or a reliable taxi service? Unless your intention is to not leave the luxuries of your hotel, there is little worse than spending hours hunting around for parking spaces or waiting endlessly for taxis to arrive Other things to consider in choosing a hotel are loyalty program and frequent flyer program deals, eco-friendliness, size of rooms, ambience and local flavour Choosing the right hotel is always a trying task, and with the enormous number of promotions, deals and programs out there, it can be downright overwhelming It doesn't help that these days most hotels have Web sites full of tantalizing photos and slick promotional copy that make you believe you'll be bathed in luxury as soon as you step foot into the lobby How can you tell if a hotel will live up to its own hype and, more importantly, if it's the right hotel for you? Since every traveler has different needs when searching for a hotel, you'll need to ask yourself what's most important to you Whether you're looking for a great deal, a great location or a great B&B, we've broken down the hotel selection process to make it easier for you to find the best hotel for your trip What Matters Most? Before beginning your search, ask yourself what type of accommodations you want and 98 what your budget will permit Does location trump price, or are you limited to hotels under $150 a night? Do you need a hotel with a spa and fitness center, or would you rather stay at a small property with lots of local charm? Once you've decided on your top priority, then you can make a more targeted search Following are the most common determining factors in choosing a hotel, as well as tips for finding properties that suit each particular need Price: Nearly every major booking engine gives you the option to sort your results by price Don't limit yourself to the big three (Expedia, Travelocity and Orbitz) you should also pay a visit to other booking sites like Kayak.com, Venere.com and Hotels.com And don't forget to check our very own 99 ... comfortable in my hands Clerk: All right How about the HTZ Supersonic3? It has a 4. 7 inch screen with a pixel4 density5 of 44 0 pixels per inch, or ppi Customer: What does that mean? 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