EXPRESSION 1 PERE EEC E SEES Eb dad ERSEEEEEESS 3 | Directions : Choose the expression which is appropriate to the situation. (1-10) 1, Situation : You've found the following advertisement in a newspaper. AN AMERICAN LADY WANTS TO TEACH ENGLISH. PRIVATE OR SMALL GROUP. TEL. 216-9681 You want to have more information about the tuition fee. What would you say on the telephone? 1. Could you please tell me about the tuition fee? 2. What do you think of the tuition fee? 3. How would you like the tuition fee? 4, Have you got the the tuition fee? 2. Situation : Your friend is complaining about the traffic jam in Bangkok. You also agree with her that the traffic in Bangkok is terrible. What would you say? 1. I'm afraid I agree a lot. 2. That's believable. 3. That ‘s agreeable. 4. I couldn't agree more. 3. Situation: You want to persuade your friend to visit a discotheque. What would you say? 1. Let's go to a discotheque, shall we? 2. Can I go toa discotheque? 3. Couldn't I come round to a discotheque? 4. Will we be going to a discotheque?295 situation You go to a restaurant with your American friend. What would you say if You want to recommend him the special dish of that restaurant? 1, What would you like to recommend? 2. What would you like to have? 3. Must I recommend spicy soup with prawn? 4. Would you like to try spicy soup with prawn? Situation Your English teacher invites you to his birthday party. You can’t go because you'll have a job interview on that day. What would you say? ;. I'm afraid I don't want to . | have to go for a job interview. 2. That's really very kind of you but I have to go for a job interview. 3. Frankly, I have to go for a job interview. 4, I must go for a job interview but I'd love to. Situation One of the members of your class suggests a weekend camping in Pattaya. You are not sure that this is a good idea and are undecided. You say: 1. That's a good idea. 2. It’s a thoughtful suggestion. 3. I'll think about it. 4, That's great. . Situation —: You are the host of a party. What would you say in reply if your guest is leaving and saying good-bye to you. . 1. What a pity ! It’s too early. 2. You mustn't really going. 3. I'm glad you could come. 4. Why on earth must you be off ! Situation — : A foreigner asks you the way to his hotel. You don’t know that hotel, so you say: 1. Excuse me. I'm getting lost. 2. Sorry. Don't know. 3. I'm sorry. I don’t know where it is. 4. I'm afraid where is it . Situation You call your friend, who is not at home. Ask her sister to take a message. 1. Could you take my note? 2. Could I leave her a message? 3. Could I give you a note? 4. Could I take a message? . Situation: You are a receptionist in a hotel. The phone rings. You pick it up and say, “Reception . 1. Yes, please. 2. What is it, please? 3. May I help you? 4. Please, what do you want?296 Ua Directions : For each item choose the most suitable alternative to complete the blank given. (1-41) 1. Stranger: (After being informed there's a bank nearby) ‘I'm afraid I'm a stranger here. : Man : "Walk down this road and turn right. It’s next to the bus stop.” 1. Could you tell me how to get to the bank? 2. Could you tell me where I go to the bank? 3. Can you tell me where is the bank? 4. Could you tell me how do I get to the bank? 2. Mali 1 *What does Santi look like?” Kanda Gog 1. He doesn’t like anything 2. He is the man who is to blame 3. He is tall, dark and handsome 4. He doesn’t look like them at all 3. On the bus Man : ‘Oops! I believe I stepped on your toe.” Lady . * 1. Think nothing 2. It was nothing really 3. Never mind your step 4. You don't apologize 4, Monta o a. Wari : ‘Well, actually I'm expecting a call from Suti.” 1. May I use your phone? 2. Do you use your phone? 3. Do you want to use your phone? 4, Who will you be using your phone? 5. Nisa : ‘Do you mind if 1 borrow your umbrella for a while?” Jira : : 1. No, here you are 2. Never mind 3. Yes, and bring it back 4. You're welcome 6. Jack : "Sue, why don’t we have lunch together?" Sue . but we could have something light.” 1, Because it’s too heavy 2. Let's not save our money 3. I'S too simple to my taste 4. I'm not so keen on big lunches297 Peter Dts Sue “They say it’s quite warm and sunny.” 1, How is the trip to Hua Hin? 2. How does the weather like at Hua Hin? 3. What's the weather like at Hua Hin? 4. How do they enjoy making a trip to Hua Hin? Lee —: Have you seen today’s newspaper? The Prime Minister stressed the importance of children to the country’s development? _8_? the government is going to play more active roles in promoting childrent's activities? Noppol: Um ____9__ about this, I've spent all my time studying for the university entrance exam and had no time left for anything else. Lee : 10 children of our age should begin to know__11__ around us. Noppol : Well __12 what you said. I think children of our age should study only. 1. How do you thimk 2. Will you think 3. Do you think 4, What do you think 1. I've no idea 2. I know all 3. I'm sorry 4. I've heard all 1. It's nice 2. It's a wonder 3. It’s lucky 4. It's a pity 1. what's going on 2. how people live 3. why children‘re studying 4. where things move 1. I'm sorry with 2. Lapologize for 3. I don't agree with 4. [don't think along A visitor to the zoo noticed one of the keepers sobbing quietly in a corner. Visitor : 13 2 Keeper: The elephant just died. Visitor : Fond of him, were you? Keeper: _____—'14____—s'm the one who has to dig the grave. 1. What’s news 2. What's happening 3. What's the reason 4. What's the: matter 1. It's not that 2. Sorry about that . That's what counts 4. There's no point in it298 x) An elderly lady was interviewing maids. Fifth Applicant : I don’t do windows, I don't do floors and 1 don’t do tubs. Lady : Do you play the piano? Applicant : No, 15 A Lady : Well, I wanted someone to play the piano while I do the windows, the floors and the tubs. . who do you want? 2. why do you ask? what do you want? 4, what a requirement ! A journalist telephoned the Duke of Buccleuch’s residence. Journalist. : May I speak to His Grace, please? Duke's Chief Servant : 16 but he is in the garden. Journalist : Well, 7 2 Servant — : Sir, the garden is two miles long. I'm sorry 2. Excuse me . You must be disappointed 4. If you made an appointment how far is it 2. what's its length could I call him 4. could you call him A. Ata restaurant Waitress : Can I get you anything to drink? Guest : Yes, I'd like some coffee, please. Waitress : Do you want cream and sugar? Guest : No, I would like it black. Waitress : Can I get you anything else? Guest : What do you have for dessert? Waitress: We have fruit pies, chocolate cake, custard pudding, and chocolate, vanilla, or strawberry ice cream. Guest : 18 : I'd like a piece of strawberry cake, please I'd like a dish of strawberry pudding, please I'd like a dish of strawberry ice cream, please I'd like a piece of strawberry ice cream, please20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. Becca 299 Arthur Hi, Si. Simon Oh, hi, Art. Nice day, 19? Arthur It is beautiful. Si___20 2 Simon Probably 21 ? Arthur Well, my tape recorder is being repaired and I have to record a lecture tomorrow. I wonder if 22 : Simon Sure. Of course. No trouble. Let me see, I think the batteries need to be replaced. Arthur 23 T have plenty of new batteries. Simon Do you want it right now? Arthur 24 . Simon Let's go and get it. Arthur : 25 » Si. Simon Don’t mention it. you agree 2. isn’t it isn’t that so 4. what do you think . can you give me a big hand 2. could you get me a big aid . could you do me a big favor 4. may I ask you of a big help What is it 2. What about it What is it for 4. What should I do yours will be loaned to me 2. you could let me use yours you care for me to borrow yours 4. I could have yours lent to me Never mind 2. No wonder Don't worry 4. Don't bother If you say so 2. As you like it If you don’t mind 4. If it doesn’t annoy you I really appreciate it 2. I won't be long I'm sorry for that 4. I'll bring it back right away Tongchat Nongnut Tongchat Nongnut Tongchat Nongnut Hello! Nongnut. This is Tongchat. Are you doing anything tonight? Well, nothing special really. 26 2 There's quite a good jazz group at the Siam Continental. I would like to invite you to go to the show with me. 27. But please allow me to tell you the truth, 28 F But do you mind going with me tonight? 29 What time is the show?300 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. Tongchat : Eight o'clock, 30 ? Nongnut : Well, at your convenience. Tongchat : How about seven thirty? Nongnut : All right. See you then. What do you have in mind 2. What do you think . What's so important 4. What are you interested in I'm sorry I can’t 2. No, I wouldn't . That sounds good 4. Never mind I'm not a friend of jazz 2. I'm not a jazz fan I'm not friendly with jazz 4. Tm not a fan with jazz ‘ All right 2. No, of course not Perhaps I will 4, I think so What time should I pick you up —2..-: Do you mind if I pick you up 1. 3. May I pick you up 4. Would you like to be picked up What language functions are included in the above dialogue? Asking for and giving permission Asking for and giving suggestions Making telephone inquiries and plans Making an invitation and appointment . Making Arrangements Gloria : Hello. 32 9 Woman : One monent, please. J think she’s in the garden. __—33_? Gloria : Gloria. Thank you. Malee : Hi Gioria. Gloria : Oh, hi Malee. 34 ? Malee : Fine. How about you? Gloria : OK thanks. Malee, 35 on Saturday morning. Malee : Yes, why? Gloria : My parents are arriving from the States and I'm meeting them. 36 I'd like you to be there to meet them too because you're my best friend in Thailand. Malee — : 37__. I'mreally looking forward to seeing them. Gloria : Let's meet at your house. Then we'll take a bus to Don Muang. The plane's due in at 11 a.m.32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41, 301 Malee Wait a minute. 38 in my brother's car? I'll ask him. I'm sure he won't mind. Gloria + Ohno, 39 Malee Don’t worry. He'll be happy to do it. We want to show your Parents __40 Gloria =: Great 41 . Are you sure? Malee Of course. We'll see you at ten on Saturday. Bye. Gloria + Bye -- and thanks again. I want to speak to Malee. 2. Where's Malee? May I speak to Malee? 4. Get me Malee. Who are you, please 2. What's your name Who's calling, please 4. Whose name is it, please How do you do 2. What's happening What about you 4. How's everything are you free 2. what are you doing do you go out 4. will you go I wonder if we will meet at the airport. I want to know if you can meet at the airport. Do you like coming with me to the airport? Can you come to the airport with me? I like too 2. Ido it I enjoy that 4. I'd love to Are we going 2. Why don‘t we go Do you like to go 4. Why don’t you like going don’t bother him 2. don't give him trouble it's no bother to him 4. that’s the trouble with him . my brother's car 2. some Thai hospitality the Bangkok traffic 4. our modern airport . That's rather nice of you 2. It’s my satisfaction . That's really kind of you 4, It's my pleasure302 A. Negotiating Directions : Mr. Robert Johnson is an American businessman who has just been posted to his company branch in Bangkok. (1-20) Complete this telephone conversation between Khun Sunee, the landlady, and Mr. Johnson. Choose the most appropriate alternative for each blank, Mr. Johnson Khun Sunee Mr. Johnson Khun Sunee Mr. Johnson Khun Sunee Mr. Johnson Khun Sunee Mr. Johnson Khun Sunee Mr. Johnson Khun Sunee Mr. Johnson Khun Sunee Mr. Johnson Khun Sunee Mr. Johnson Khun Sunee Mr. Johnson Is that 252-5678? Yes. I'd like to speak to Khun Sunee, please. 1 Good afternoon. My name is Johnson. I've just seen the advertisement in today's paper about a furnished house to rent__2__? Yes. 3 i Yes, could you tell me the exact address? 4 Thank you 5? Oh, it’s big enough for a family of fovr or five. There are three bedrooms, one big living room and a dining room. 6 " Only the three bedrooms. Zz ? Yes, one downstairs and one up. 8 ? $12,000 a month. And if I do rent the house when would I be able to move in? 9 All right, I'll talk it over with my wife first and___10 tomorrow morning. 1, 1. I'm speaking 2. It's me 3. Speaking 4. My name's Sunce 2. Is it still available 2. Do you rent it Has it been sold 4. Have you still kept it. Would you like to tell me where it is 3. 2. Would you like to know more about it 3. Will you take it 4, Do you still want it 4, 1. Sukumvit Soi 21 Yes, I could 3. No, not now 5. 1. Are there many people there 3. How big is the family 123 Sukumvit 21 Is it big enough By aN How many rooms does it have 6. 1. Is it air-conditioned sep 7. 1. Doesn't it have a telephone +3. How’s the telephone 8. 1. How much does it rent, please 3. How much is the rent, please 9. 1. Right away 3. Some time 10. 1. give you the reason 3. move in . How is the air Is air conditioning in the bedrooms Do you have an air-conditioner Where's the telephone Is there a telephone How much cost is there, please How much does the rent cost, please All right As you like it ask for information an Pye ReaD . call you B. Exchanging Opinions Directions : Suda, John and David are discussing a story they have read in the newspaper. (11-20) Choose the appropriate alternative for each blank in the discussion. Suda John Suda John Suda John David John, have you read this story about more corporal punishment in boys’ school? Yes. "ai >? I'm shocked and disgusted. 12 2 I think it’s just mistreating young boys and calling it ‘discipline’. Young people need __13__ from their teachers. No. Confidence and discipline are the two qualities the young really need to develop. Corporal punishment is necessary for that. 14 -Do you agree, David? 7 15 , John. This kind of punishment makes men out of boys. I'm glad 16 at my school. It's the only way 17 Suda?304 20. Suda : Oh I don’t know. Maybe we 18 what discipline is. What's the 19 that beating makes us more ‘disciplined’ anyway? Perhaps we'd better talk about something else. David : 20 : 1. How do you know 2. What do you feel 3. Why do you think 4. Which do you mean 1. What's your opinion 2. Don't you think so 3. Why do you say that 4. Don’t you also agree 1. calm and indifference 2. caring and encouragement 3. correcting and forcing 4. competition and judgements 1. I believe it's not the way to build character 2. I doubt the purpose of building character 3. I don’t think it’s about building character 4. I say it's how we should build character 1. I don't know 2. Absolutely not 3. Treally have no idea 4. [couldn't agree more 1. Twas sometimes beaten 2. they didn’t have punishment 4, 3. you do not see the beatings . we have stopped punishing 1. Don’t you see that 2. How do you think 3. Why don’t you understand 4. Do you know it 1. agree about 2. differ on 3. think of 4. object to 1. purpose 2. meaning 3. result 4. evidence 1. You're welcome 2. Not at all 3. Good idea 4. Don’t mention it305 A. Telephone Queries Directions : You are telephoning about a job. Choose the most appropriate alternative for each blank in this telephone conversation. (1-18) Personnel officer. B_ : Good morning. 4 about the clerk's post advertised in The Nation this morning. A: Just a moment, please, I'll connect you with someone who can help you. This is Anne Robinson. 2 9 B_: Yes, it’s about the clerk's post in the paper today. I think I have the qualifications you want but the advertisement doesn't mention the salary. C : Well, the salary is negotiable. 3 us a letter of application giving the information we ask for in our ad, we might arrange an interview. B : Right. And you say 4 : Yes, that’s right. Successful candidates will undergo our on-the-job training program to prepare them for work with the company. B : Isee. Well, | hope to 5 soon. Thank you. C : Thank you. We look forward to hearing from you. 1. 1. I'l calling You tell me Hl speaking about . Let's hear Will you help me Can I help you . Although you wrote . If you'd like to write . We mustn’t have experience . experience is not desirable . think about get your application . What do you want . What's the matter . Whenever you write . Because you've written . we have no experience . no experience is necessary . send in my application . apply for the advertisement306 B. Directions : For each item choose the most suitable alternative to complete the blank given. 6. Thong : ‘I'm going to work in Udorn. Is it very hot there? Nid. . 1, Take good care of yourself. You'll love it. 2. Don’t worry. You'll soon get used to the heat. 3. You'll see a lot of interesting things there, the heat among them. 4. Haven't you got any plans at all against the heat? 7. Dang : ‘Oh dear. I got home very. late last night. I hope I didn’t disturb you.” Tay : 1. No, I didn’t hear anything. 2. Nobody knew about it. 3. You'd better not tell me. 4. Don’t speak to me like that. 8. Ata department store. Salesgirl Customer: ‘No, thanks. I'm just looking around.” 1. Anything I can help you with? 2. What do you think of it? 3. Don't you have small change? 4. It’s reasonable, isn’t it? 9. Boonmee : “What's the thing you hate doing most?” Pornsri ae oe 1. I don’t mind cleaning the house. 2. I can't bear getting up early. 3. What's the idea? Don’t you trust me? 4. Not at all, but you'd better not ask. oo B “Not really. You see, it's too rich and fattening. Besides, if | eat too much of it, I kind of feel uncomfortable.” A “Same here.” 1, How much do you like durian? 2. Do you like durian? 3. How do you like durian? 4. What don’t you like about durian? WA : | B “Thanks, but my husband will pick me up at four.” Can I give you a ride? 2. What can I do for you? 3. You can call a cab if you need a ride. 4. Do you need a ride?307 “Can I talk to Penny, please?* “There's nobody by that name here. I'm afraid you've got the wrong number.” —- > 1. Thank you for telling me that. Good-bye. I'm sorry. Good-bye, » 3. Thank you. I won't call you again. 4. I'm sorry. I won't call you again. Ata department store. Customer “How much do I owe you now? Check-out Clerk : ‘That'll be 30 dollars for today. Customer : "Can I use a check here?” Check-out Clerk : * oe 1. Yes, you'll have to check out here. 2. Sure, go to the next counter and ask for a check. 3. Sure, you can use your payment check here. Sure, you can use your payment check here. “I'm having a job interview tomorrow." 4. A B : "Good luck, and I'll drink to that too.” A] 1. That sounds like fun, but I must excuse myself 2. That's sweet of you but I don't need any drink now 3. You're sweet to say that. Thank you 4. Alright. Let's go for a drink Husband : "Shall we go round to that Italin restaurant?” Wife So . 1. Let's have some Italian food 2. It doesn’t matter 3. That's a good idea 4. Well, perhaps I will Nipa : “Would you like to come to dinner at my house tonight?” Malee : * oa 1. No, thanks, I'm afraid I have to do my homework 2. No, thanks, I'm full : 3. No, thanks, I'm afraid I have to-go by bus to your house 4. No, thanks, I'd like it308 17. Teacher : *You came so late today.” Student: * , 1, Pardon, I'm late 2. It’s terrible 3. Oh, dear 4. I'm sorry 18. Niwat “Would you mind lending me a car?” Sak ee - 1. Yes, I would be pleased to 2. Yes, for tomorrow 3. No, not at all 4. No, I have to use it Directions : For each item choose the alternative most appropriate to the situation given. (1-4) 1. Situation: Your friend gets all dressed up today. You like the way she dresses and want to give her a compliment. What would you say? 1. Gee! What are you getting yourself all dressed up for? 2. Gee! You look like million dollars today. 3. Gee! You look kind of smart today. 4. Gee! You don't look like yourself today. 2. Situation You are a salesclerk at a clothes shop. A customer has just got into the shop. What would you say? i. Hello. What can I do for you? 2. Thank you very much for shopping here. 3. Hello. Why are you here? 4. Did you see anything you like? 3. Situation —: Anacquaintance asks you out for a dinner at a fancy restaurant. You don't _ want to go but don't want to sound impolite. What would you say? 1, Thank but no thanks. 2. I thank we're going to have a great time together. 3. That sounds like a great idea, doesn’t it? 4. I would if I could.4. Situation 1. 2. 3 4 5. Situation a 2) 3. 4. 6. Situation ib 2. 3. 4. 309 Vit wants to introduce his friend to his mother. What should he say? Samarn, I'd like you to meet my mother. How do you do? I'm very pleased to introduce my mother to you. How are you? ‘Your friend asks you to play tennis with him on Saturday afternoon. You have to go up town. What would you say to express a polite refusal? Thanks for asking me. How could I come with you? Id like to. That sounds very nice indeed. I'm looking forward to it. Would you mind if I can't? I'm afraid I can’t. Perhaps some other time. The dinner was delicious. After the dessert, the guests got up and soon they were leaving. The hostess was at the door. If you were one of the guests, what would you say to show your appreciation? I'm glad to come here. Could you teach me to make that dinner? We'll have to get together again soon for the dinner. Thank you for everything besides the delicious dinner. That was an excellent dinner. My compliments to the chef. 7. Situation: You receive a bill which is much higher than it should be. What do you a ep say to the manager of the restaurant for the mistake? {'m afraid have a complaint to make. The bill you sent me was incorrect. No more apologies! This is the last time, do you hear? It’s no use saying you're sorry. This must not happen again. It’s hard to believe that the bill is incorrect. Directions : Fill in each blank with the most appropriate choice. (1-10) Pook walked up to the post-office counter where a clerk was waiting. Pook : Good morning. I want to post this letter to Songkhla. Can you help me? Clerk : 1 . What you need is just a two-baht stamp. Pook 2 how long it will take? Clerk Of course, Ido, sir. Two days, usually. Or up to four days when the mail is extra heavy. This is not such atime, though ___3310 Pook + Lee. That sounds good enough, unless there's some faster way, Clerk : We call it "Express Mail Service, * or EMS’ for short. Pook : Would you tell me a little more about it, please? Clerk : The express mail service is meant for someone who wants a really fast service. A letter you send by EMS is delivered on the same day anywhere in the country. Pook 7 5 . Thank a lot for the information. Clerk i You ‘re welcome, sir. 1, 1, Very cheaply, sir. The rate is very low 2. Not at all, sir. That's easy 3. Certainly, sir. There's not much to it, really 4. Very much, sir. That's quite easy, really 2. 1. Could you suggest 2. if you think 3. Do you have any idea 4, Do you think 3. 1. Sol think your letter should get there in two days 2. So you can expect your letier to get there in two to four days 3. So your letter should get there earlier than usual 4, So you can be sure your letter will get there right on time 4. 1. Whatever you like, sir, there is 2. There may be what you like, sir 3. By the way, sir, there is 4. Asa matter of fact, sir, there is 5. 1. [wonder if it's really express 3. 4 That's what f would call express That's how 1 would call express No matter how express that is, you want more. Directions : Fill in each blank with the most appropiate choice. ‘A newpaper reporter is interviewing Khaosai Galaxy, Reporter: Would you tell us how you fell about this upcoming fight with Pical? Khaosai : Gladly. I'm sure I'll win by a knockout, but I don’t know 6 , It can happen in any round, 7 Reporter: But don’t you think Pical is also a dangerous boxer? Khaosai ! He is, against some other boxers. But 8 he has very little , chance of winning. Reporter: 9 Khaosai : Not at all. I think what's important is my readiness. I have trained well, and I'm in top physical shape.__ 10.311 6. 1. which round 2. what it will be like 3. the number of rounds 4. how many rounds 7. 1. from time to time 2. by and by 3. for that matter 4 for that reason if he fights in Thailand 2. when he fights me because he is the younger boxer 4. because he is a young boxer 9.1. How would you fel if you could fight him in Thailand? Aren't you afraid at all that Pical has a heavy left like you? Don't you fell a bit afraid of fighting Pical in his own country? Don't you feel a bit afraid of fighting Pical in his own country? As a result, I will fight Pical to the best of my ability. Consequently, Pical will not be as ready as I. Because of this, I'm sure I can win in or outside Thailand 4. So maybe I'll win, after all, a an eee eS Part 1 Ae ae aa 44 5. 2 oe 74 a8312 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 16. Part 5 Part 6 12. 7. 22. 27. 32. 37. 12, Lh on o 13. 18. 19. 24. 29. 34. 39. 10, 15. 20. 25. 30. 35. 40. 10. 3 20. 10. 15. one