7-SPEAKING

A: Hello, is that Liz speaking?

B: ____

• Yes, who's that? I can hardly hear you.

• Hello, how are you?

• Hi, there. I'm Juliet.

• You can leave a message, please.

A: Hello, could I speak to Chris, please?

B: ____

• Sorry, he's not in.

• Yes, you could.

• Sure, go ahead.

• Certainly I am.

A: Shall I ring you later?

B: ____

• No, you won't.

• Yes, but I may be out.

• Sorry, I'm busy now.

• I couldn't agree more.

A: Do you know how this machine works?

B: ____

• It's very expensive.

• Will you call the mechanic tomorrow?

• Plug it in and push the green button.

• I think it's quite heavy.

A: ____

B: Oh, the bulb went out when I switched it on.

• Are there anything wrong?

• What matters to the lamp?

• Does the machine work properly?

• What's wrong with the lamp?

A: Do you mind if I make a phone call?

B: ____

• Yes, certainly. The phone's in the hall.

• No, of course not. The phone's in the hall.

• I don't think so. It's so annoying.

• Why not? I'm using my mobile phone.

A: Would you take this calculator along to the office for me?

B: ____

• Never mind.

• Yes, with pleasure.

• Yes, that's right.

• Not at all.

A: How often do you check mail?

B: ____

• Almost every day.

• It's not normal.

• It's quite far from here.

• No, I really don't

A: I have bought you a new toy car. Happy birthday to you!

B: ____

• Have a nice day!

• The same to you!

• What a lovely toy! Thanks.

• What a pity!

A: Guess what? I've been awarded a scholarship to study about information technology in the U.S.

B: Uh, really? ____

• Take care of yourself!

• Congratulations!

• You are always lucky!

• Lucky as you are!