The Business Trip

A business English dialog series

(with questions and answers for beginning level learners)
Written by
Mark White
Edited by
Aaron Campbell
Voices by
Tom Brown, Aaron Campbell, Joseph Cohen
Nick Domjansic, Derek Eberl, and Topher Willis
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About
The Business Trip is an English dialog series with questions and answers for
beginning learners. It is about Mr. Tanaka, who travels to the United States on a
business trip. It contains 54 short episodes, followed by a series of questions and
answers.
How to Use
The Business Trip consists of three audio files. Listen to them in order.
Audio File #1: Dialog (23:09) Just listen and enjoy.
Audio File #2: Dialog with questions and answers (58:00) - First listen to the
dialog in each episode, then listen and repeat for the questions and answers
that follow.
Audio File #3: Dialog with questions (48:31) First listen to the dialog in each
episode, then try to answer the questions on your own.
Only do part 3 when you have practiced part 2 and feel you are ready.

THE BUSINESS TRIP

A business English dialog series
(with questions and answers for beginning level learners)
Mr. Tanaka is from Japan. He is on a business trip. He is in Canada. He wants to go
to the U.S.
1. In the Street
Tanaka: Taxi!
Taxi-driver: Where to?
Tanaka: The airport, please.
Taxi-driver: Sure.
Questions
Q1. Where is Mr. Tanaka?
A1. He is in the street.
Q2. Where is the taxi-driver?
A2. He is in his car.
Q3. Where does Mr. Tanaka want to go?
A3. He wants to go to the airport.
Q4. Is there a problem with that?
A4. No, there is not.
2. In the Taxi
Taxi-driver: Domestic or International?
Tanaka: International, please.
Taxi-driver: Ok.
Questions
Q1. Where are they?
A1. They are in a taxi.
Q2. Does Mr. Tanaka want to go to the international airport or the domestic airport?
A2. He wants to go to the International airport.
Q3. Is there a problem with that?
A3. No, there is not.

3. At the Airport
Tanaka: How much?
Taxi-driver: $25.50.
Tanaka: Here you are.
Taxi-driver: Thanks.
Questions
Q1. Where is Mr. Tanaka?
A1. He is at the airport.
Q2. How much is the taxi fee?
A2. It is $25.50 (twenty-five fifty).
Q3. Does Mr. Tanaka pay?
A3. Yes, he does.
4. In the Drop-off Zone
Trolley Guy: Trolley, sir?
Tanaka: Thank you.
Questions
Q1. Where is Mr. Tanaka?
A1. He is in the drop-off zone at the airport.
Q2. What does the man give Mr. Tanaka?
A2. He gives him a trolley.
Q3. Does Mr. Tanaka say "thank you"?
A3. Yes, he does.

5. At the Check-in Counter

Check-in Staff: Passport and ticket, please.
Tanaka: Here you are.
Check-in Staff: Thank you. Window or aisle?
Tanaka: Window, please.
Check-in Staff: Here's your boarding card.
Tanaka: Thanks.
Questions
Q1. Where is Mr. Tanaka now?
A1. He is at the check-in counter.
Q2. Does he have a passport?
A2. Yes, he does.
Q3. Does he have a ticket?
A3. Yes, he does.
Q4. Does he give them to the check-in staff?
A4. Yes, he does.
Q5. Does he want a window seat or an aisle seat?
A5. He wants an aisle seat.
Q6. What does the check-in clerk give Mr. Tanaka?
A6. The check-in clerk gives him a boarding pass.
Q7. What is a boarding pass?
A7. A boarding pass is a pass to board the plane.
6. At Immigration
Immigration Officer: Passport please.
Tanaka: Here you are.
Immigration Officer: Can I see your boarding card?
Tanaka: Sure. Here you are.
Questions
Q1. Where is Mr. Tanaka now?
A1. He is at immigration.
Q2. Does he have his passport?
A2. Yes, he does.
Q3. Does he give it to the immigration officer?
A3. Yes, he does.
Q4. Does he have his boarding card?
A4. Yes, he does.
Q5. What is a boarding card?
A5. A boarding card is a boarding pass.
Q6. Does Mr. Tanaka give his boarding card to the immigration officer?
A6. Yes, he does.

7. In the Transit Lounge

Tanaka: Excuse me, where is gate 56?
Airport Staff: That way.
Tanaka: Thank you.
Airport Staff: You're welcome.
Questions
Q1. Where is Mr. Tanaka?
A1. He is in the transit lounge.
Q2. What is his gate number?
A2. His gate number is 56.
Q3. Does he ask for help?
A3. Yes, he does.
Q4. Who does he ask?
A4. He asks an airport staff member.
Q5. Is Gate 56 this way or that way?
A5. It is that way.
8. At the Boarding Gate
Airline Staff: Can I see your passport and boarding card please?
Tanaka: Sure. Here you are.
Airline Staff: Thank you.
Airline Staff: Ok, enjoy your flight.
Questions
Q1. Where is Mr. Tanaka?
A1. He is at the boarding gate.
Q2. Does he have his passport and boarding card?
A2. Yes, he does.
Q3. Does he show it to the airline staff member?
A3. Yes, he does.
Q4. Is the airline staff member polite?
A4. Yes, he is.

9. On the Plane
Flight Attendant: What is your seat number?
Tanaka: 35-A.
Flight Attendant: Down this way.
Tanaka: Thanks.
Questions
Q1. Where is Mr. Tanaka now?
A1. He is on the plane
Q2. What is his seat number?
A2. It is 35-A.
Q3. Where is 35-A?
A3. It is down this way.
10. In the Aisle
Flight Attendant: Seat number?
Tanaka: 35-A.
Flight Attendant: Down here.
Tanaka: Thanks. Excuse me.
Questions
Q1. Where is Mr. Tanaka now?
A1. He is in the aisle on the plane.
Q2. What is his seat number again?
A2. It is 35-A.
Q3. Does the flight attendant help him?
A3. Yes, he does.
Q4. Is Mr. Tanaka polite?
A4. Yes, he is.

11. In Row 35
Tanaka: Is this row 35?
Flight Attendant: Yes.
Tanaka: I'm 35-A.
Flight Attendant: This one.
Tanaka: Thank you very much.
Questions
Q1. Is this row 35?
A1. Yes, it is.
Q2. Where is Mr. Tanaka now?
A2. He is in row 35.
Q3. Which one is it?
A3. It is this one.
Q4. Is Mr. Tanaka polite?
A4. Yes, he is. He is very polite.
12. After Take-off
Flight Attendant: Menu, sir?
Tanaka: Thanks.
Flight Attendant: Something to drink?
Tanaka: Tomato juice, please.
Flight Attendant: Here you go.
Tanaka: Thanks.
Questions
Q1. What does the flight attendant offer Mr. Tanaka?
A1. He offers him a menu.
Q2. Does he take it?
A2. Yes, he does.
Q3. Does he want something to drink?
A3. Yes, he does.
Q4. What does he want?
A4. He wants a tomato juice.
Q5. Does the flight attendant give him one?
A5. Yes, he does.
Q6. Does Mr. Tanaka say "Thanks"?
A6. Yes, he does.

13. At Lunchtime
Flight Attendant: Meal, sir?
Tanaka: Yes, please.
Flight Attendant: Chicken or fish?
Tanaka: Um, I'll have the fish.
Flight Attendant: Here you are, sir.
Tanaka: Thanks very much.
Flight Attendant: You're welcome.
Questions
Q1. What does the flight attendant offer Mr. Tanaka?
A1. He offers him a meal.
Q2. Does he want one?
A2. Yes, he does.
Q3. Does he want chicken or fish?
A3. He wants fish.
Q4. Is he polite?
A4. Yes, he is.
Q5. Is the flight attendant polite?
A5. Yes, he is.

14. Another Passenger

Passenger: Where are you from?
Tanaka: Japan. And you?
Passenger: The States.
Tanaka: Which one?
Passenger: Connecticut.
Tanaka: Business or pleasure?
Passenger: Business. And you?
Tanaka: Same.
Questions
Q1. Where is Mr. Tanaka from?
A1. He is from Japan.
Q2. Where is the other passenger from?
A2. He is from the States.
Q3. Which state is he from?
A3. He is from Connecticut.
Q4. Where is Connecticut?
A4. It is in the northeast of the US.
Q5. Is it near New York City?
A5. Yes, it is.
Q6. Is Mr. Tanaka on a business trip?
A6. Yes, he is.
Q7. Is the other passenger on a business trip?
A7. Yes, he is.

15. After the Meal

Flight Attendant: Can I take your tray, sir?
Tanaka: Thank you.
Flight Attendant: Would you like another drink?
Tanaka: A beer, please.
Flight Attendant: Which one?
Tanaka: That one.
Flight Attendant: Here you are.
Tanaka: Thanks very much.
Questions
Q1. Does the flight attendant take Mr. Tanaka's tray?
A1. Yes, he does.
Q2. Does he say thank you?
A2. Yes, he does.
Q3. Does he want another drink?
A3. Yes, he does.
Q4. Does he want a tomato juice?
A4. No, he does not.
Q5. Does he want an orange juice?
A5. No, he does not.
Q6. Does he want a coffee?
A6. No, he does not.
Q7. Does he want a beer?
A7. Yes, he does.
Q8. Which one does he want?
A8. He wants that one.
Q9. Does the flight attendant give it to him?
A9. Yes, he does.

16. Mid-flight Rest

Flight Attendant: Pillow, sir?
Tanaka: Sure. Thank you.
Flight Attendant: Blanket?
Tanaka: No, thanks.
Questions
Q1. What does the flight attendant offer?
A1. He offers a pillow and a blanket.
Q2. Does Mr. Tanaka want a pillow?
A2. Yes, he does.
Q3. Does Mr. Tanaka want a blanket?
A3. No, he doesn't.
Q4. Does he thank the flight attendant?
A4. Yes, he does. He is polite.
17. At the Airport
Airline Staff: This way sir.
Tanaka: Thank you.
Questions
Q1. Where is Mr. Tanaka now?
A1. He is at the airport.
Q2. Does the airline staff member show Mr. Tanaka the way?
A2. Yes, he does.
Q3. Does he offer him a drink?
A3. No, he does not.

18. At Immigration
Immigration Officer: Passport, please.
Tanaka: Here you are.
Immigration Officer: What is the purpose of your visit?
Tanaka: Business.
Questions
Q1. What does the immigration officer want?
A1. He wants Mr. Tanaka's passport.
Q2. Does Mr. Tanaka give it to him?
A2. Yes, he does.
Q3. What is the purpose of Mr. Tanaka's visit?
A3. It is business. The purpose of his visit is business.
19. At Customs
Customs Officer: Passport, please.
Tanaka: Here you are.
Customs Officer: Do you have anything to declare?
Tanaka: No.
Customs Officer: What is in this bag?
Tanaka: Personal things.
Customs Officer: Open it please.
Tanaka: Sure.
Questions
Q1. What does the customs officer want?
A1. He wants Mr. Tanaka's passport.
Q2. Does Mr. Tanaka give it to him?
A2. Yes, he does.
Q3. What is in Mr. Tanaka's bag?
A3. Mr. Tanaka's bag contains personal things.
Q4. What are personal things?
A4. Personal things are things like clothes and toiletries.
Q5. Does the customs officer want to open Mr. Tanaka's bag?
A5. Yes, he does.
Q6. Does Mr. Tanaka open it?
A6. Yes, he does.

20. In the Bag

Customs Officer: What is this?
Tanaka: It's my razor.
Customs Officer: What are these?
Tanaka: Samples.
Questions
Q1. What does the customs officer say?
A1. He says, "What is this?"
Q2. What is it?
A2. It is a razor.
Q3. What else does the customs officer see?
A3. He sees Mr. Tanaka's samples.
21. In the Meeting Area
Johnson: Mr. Tanaka?
Tanaka: Yes.
Johnson: I'm George Johnson.
Tanaka: Nice to meet you.
Johnson: You, too.
Questions
Q1. Who meets Mr. Tanaka?
A1. Mr. Johnson meets him.
Q2. What is Mr. Johnson's first name?
A2. His first name is George.
22. Walking to the Car
Johnson: Nice flight?
Tanaka: Oh, Long.
Johnson: I'll take you to the hotel.
Tanaka: Thanks.
Questions
Q1. Where are they walking to?
A1. They are walking to the car.
Q2. Was Mr. Tanaka's flight long?
A2. Yes, it was.
Q3. Where will Mr. Johnson take Mr. Tanaka?
A3. He will take him to the hotel.

23. At the Car

Johnson: Here's the car.
Tanaka: That's a nice car.
Johnson: Thanks.
Tanaka: Is it yours?
Johnson: No, it is the company's.
Questions
Q1. Where are they?
A1. They are at the car.
Q2. Is it a nice car?
A2. Yes, it is.
Q3. Is it Mr. Johnson's car?
A3. No, it is not.
Q4: Whose car is it?
A4. It is the company's.

24. At the Hotel

Tanaka: Hello, I have a reservation.
Receptionist: What name, sir?
Tanaka: Tanaka.
Receptionist: Ok, here is your key.
Tanaka: Thank you very much.
Questions
Q1. Where is Mr. Tanaka?
A1. He is at the hotel.
Q2. Does Mr. Tanaka have a reservation?
A2. Yes, he does.
Q3. What does the receptionist give him?
A3. He gives him a key.

25. Looking for the Elevator

Tanaka: Excuse me, where is the elevator?
Receptionist: Over there, sir.
Tanaka: Thank you.
Receptionist: You're welcome.
Questions
Q1. What is Mr. Tanaka looking for?
A1. He is looking for the elevator.
Q2. Who does he ask?
A2. He asks the receptionist.
Q3. Where is it?
A3. It is over there.
26. On the Telephone
Tanaka: Hello.
Johnson: Mr. Tanaka?
Tanaka: Speaking.
Johnson: Can we meet at ten tomorrow?
Tanaka: A.m. or p.m.?
Johnson: A.m.
Tanaka: Sure.
Johnson: Ok. See you then.
Tanaka: See you then.
Johnson: Goodbye.
Tanaka: Bye.
Questions
Q1. What is Mr. Tanaka doing?
A1. He is talking on the telephone.
Q2. Who is he talking to?
A2. He is talking to Mr. Johnson.
Q3. Will they meet tomorrow?
A3. Yes, they will.
Q4. What time will they meet?
A4. They will meet at ten o'clock.
Q5. Will they meet at ten a.m. or ten p.m.?
A5. They will meet at ten a.m.

27. In the Lobby of the Hotel

Johnson: Good morning.
Tanaka: Morning. How are you?
Johnson: Fine, thanks. And you?
Tanaka: Good.
Questions
Q1. Where are they?
A1. They are in the lobby of the hotel.
Q2. Is it evening?
A2. No, it is not.
Q3. Is it morning?
A3. Yes, it is.
Q4. How is Mr. Tanaka?
A4. He is good.
Q5. How is Mr. Johnson?
A5. He is fine.

28. In the Car

Tanaka: Where are we going?
Johnson: To the factory.
Tanaka: Is it far?
Johnson: A little.
Questions
Q1. Where are they?
A1. They are in the car.
Q2. Where are they going?
A2. They are going to the factory.
Q3. Is the factory far?
A3. Yes, a little.

29. At the Factory

Johnson: This is Mr. Smith.
Tanaka: Nice to meet you.
Johnson: Nice to meet you too, Mr. Tanaka.
Questions
Q1. Where are they?
A1. They are at the factory.
Q2. What is Mr. Johnson doing?
A2. He is introducing Mr. Smith and Mr. Tanaka.

30. Talking to Mr. Johnson

Johnson: Mr. Smith is the factory manager.
Tanaka: I see.
Johnson: He is a good manager.
Tanaka: Good.
Questions
Q1. What is Mr. Tanaka doing?
A1. He is talking to Mr. Johnson.
Q2. What is Mr. Johnson doing?
A2. He is talking to Mr. Tanaka.
Q3. What are they talking about?
A3. They are talking about Mr. Smith.
Q4. Who is Mr. Smith?
A4. He is the factory manager.
Q5. Is he a good manager?
A5. Yes, he is.

31. Inside the Factory

Smith: This is the assembly line.
Tanaka: I see.
Smith: This is the packaging section.
Tanaka: Uh-huh.
Questions
Q1. Where are they?
A1. They are in the factory.
Q2. Who are they?
A2. They are Mr. Smith and Mr. Tanaka.
Q3. Do they look at the assembly line?
A3. Yes, they do.
Q4. Do they look at the packaging section?
A4. Yes, they do.
32. In the Factory Office
Johnson: Would you like a coffee?
Tanaka: Thank you.
Johnson: Milk and sugar?
Tanaka: One sugar, no milk, please.
Johnson: Here you are.
Tanaka: Thanks a lot.
Questions
Q1. Where are they?
A1. They are in the factory office.
Q2. What are they doing?
A2. They are getting coffee.
Q3. Does Mr. Tanaka take sugar?
A3. Yes, he does.
Q4. How many sugars does he take?
A4. He takes one sugar.
Q5. Does Mr. Tanaka take milk?
A5. No, he does not.

33. Drinking Coffee

Johnson: Is it ok?
Tanaka: It's very hot.
Johnson: Do you want more sugar?
Tanaka: No, thanks.
Questions
Q1. Who is talking?
A1. Mr. Tanaka and Mr. Johnson are talking.
Q2. What are they doing?
A2. They are drinking coffee.
Q2. Is the coffee hot?
A2. Yes, it is.
Q3. Does Mr. Tanaka want more sugar?
A3. No, he does not.
34. Meeting the Supply Manager
Johnson: This is Mr. Harris.
Tanaka: Nice to meet you. My name's Tanaka.
Johnson: Mr. Harris is the Supply Manager.
Tanaka: I see.
Questions
Q1. Who is Mr. Tanaka meeting?
A1. He is meeting the supply manager.
Q2. What is the supply manager's name?
A2. The supply manager's name is Mr. Harris.
Q3. Who introduces Mr. Harris and Mr. Tanaka?
A3. Mr. Johnson introduces them.

35. Meeting the Sales Manager

Johnson: This is Mr. Davis.
Tanaka: Nice to meet you, Mr. Davis. I'm Tanaka.
Davis: Nice to meet you, Mr. Tanaka.
Johnson: Mr. Davis is the sales manager.
Tanaka: I see.
Questions
Q1. Who is Mr. Tanaka meeting now?
A1. He is meeting the sales manager.
Q2. What is the sales manager's name?
A2. The sales manager's name is Mr. Davis.
Q3. Who is introducing them?
A3. Mr. Johnson is introducing them.

36. Talking about a Problem

Davis: The yen is very strong.
Tanaka: Uh-huh.
Davis: Our costs are very high.
Tanaka: Uh-huh.
Davis: We need a better price.
Tanaka: Sorry, I don't have the authority.
Questions
Q1. Who is talking?
A1. Mr. Davis and Mr. Tanaka are talking.
Q2. What are they talking about?
A2. They are talking about costs and prices and the strong yen.
Q3. Is the yen weak?
A3. No, it is not.
Q4. Are costs high?
A4. Yes, they are.
Q5. Does Mr. Davis need a better price?
A5. Yes, he does.
Q6. Does Mr. Tanaka have the authority to give it to him?
A6. No, he does not.

37. Talking More

Davis: When can you talk to your boss?
Tanaka: Tonight.
Davis: Will you call us tomorrow?
Tanaka: Sure.
Questions
Q1. When can Mr. Tanaka talk to his boss?
A1. He can talk to him tonight.
Q2. Will Mr. Tanaka call Mr. Davis tomorrow?
A2. Yes, he will.

38. Back at the Hotel

Johnson: Are you free tonight?
Tanaka: No, I have to meet another supplier.
Johnson: I see.
Tanaka: I will call you tomorrow.
Johnson: Ok.
Tanaka: Bye.
Johnson: Bye.
Questions
Q1. Is Mr. Tanaka free tonight?
A1. No, he is not.
Q2. Why?
A2. He has to meet another supplier.
Q3. Will he call tomorrow?
A3. Yes, he will.

39. On the Telephone

Tanaka: Can I speak to Ms. Brown, please.
Secretary: Certainly.
Brown: Hello, Irene Brown speaking.
Tanaka: Hello Ms. Brown. My name is Koji Tanaka.
Brown: Hello Mr. Tanaka. How are you?
Tanaka: Fine thanks. And you?
Brown: Very well, thank you.
Questions
Q1. Who does Mr. Tanaka want to speak to?
A1. He wants to speak to Ms. Brown.
Q2. What is Ms. Brown's first name?
A2. Her first name is Irene.
Q3. What is Mr. Tanaka's first name?
A3. His first name is Koji.
40. Talking to Ms. Brown
Tanaka: I sent you an email from Japan.
Brown: Yes, I remember.
Tanaka: Can we meet and discuss prices?
Brown: Of course.
Tanaka: What time is good?
Brown: Tomorrow at ten. Is that ok?
Tanaka: That's fine.
Questions
Q1. Did Mr. Tanaka send an email from Japan?
A1. Yes, he did.
Q2. Did Ms. Brown receive the email?
A2. Yes, she did.
Q3. Can Ms. Brown meet Mr. Tanaka?
A3. Yes, she can.
Q4. What time is good?
A4. Tomorrow at ten is good.

41. Arranging a Meeting Place

Brown: What is the name of your hotel?
Tanaka: It's the Miami. Do you know it?
Brown: Yes, I do.
Tanaka: Can you come to the hotel?
Brown: Sure.
Tanaka: Ok. See you tomorrow at ten.
Brown: Ok. See you then.
Questions
Q1. What is the name of Mr. Tanaka's hotel?
A1. It is The Miami.
Q2. Does Ms. Brown know it?
A2. Yes, she does.
Q3. Can she come to the hotel?
A3. Yes, she can.
Q4. When will she come?
A4. She will come tomorrow.
Q5. What time will she come?
A5. She will come at ten a.m.
42. Meeting Ms. Brown
Tanaka: Hello, I'm Koji Tanaka.
Brown: I'm Irene Brown. Nice to meet you.
Tanaka: Nice to meet you too.
Brown: Shall we go?
Tanaka: Sure.
Questions
Q1. Who is Mr. Tanaka meeting?
A1. He is meeting Ms. Brown.
Q2. Is he polite to her?
A2. Yes, he is.
Q3. Is she rude to him?
A3. No, she is not.

43. In the Car

Tanaka: Where are we going?
Brown: To meet my manager.
Tanaka: Is it far?
Brown: No, not so far.
Questions
Q1. Where are they?
A1. They are in the car.
Q2. What does Mr. Tanaka say?
A2. He says, "Where are we going?"
Q3. Where are they going?
A4. They are going to meet Ms. Brown's manager.
Q5. Is it far?
A5. No, it is not. It is not far.

44. At the Office

Brown: Mr. Tanaka, this is Mr. Wolfe.
Tanaka: Nice to meet you, Mr. Wolfe.
Wolfe: Nice to meet you too, Mr. Tanaka.
Questions
Q1. What is Ms. Brown doing?
A1. She is introducing Mr. Tanaka to Mr. Wolfe.
Q2. What does Mr. Wolfe say?
A2. He says, "Nice to meet you, Mr. Tanaka."

45. In the Meeting Room

Wolfe: Would you like a coffee, Mr. Tanaka?
Tanaka: Yes, please.
Wolfe: Here you are.
Tanaka: Thank you.
Questions
Q1. What does Mr. Wolfe say?
A1. He says, "Would you like a coffee?"
Q2. Does Mr. Tanaka want one?
A2. Yes, he does.
Q3. Does Mr. Tanaka give it to him?
A3. Yes, he does.

46. Discussing a Problem

Tanaka: Our supplier is too expensive.
Wolfe: I see.
Tanaka: We need a cheaper supplier.
Wolfe: I understand.
Tanaka: Can you supply these parts?
Wolfe: Let me see the list.
Tanaka: Here you go.
Questions
Q1. What is Mr. Tanaka's problem?
A1. His supplier is too expensive.
Q2. Does Mr. Wolfe understand?
A2. Yes, he does.
Q3. Does Mr. Tanaka need a cheaper supplier?
A3. Yes, he does.
Q4. What does Mr. Tanaka give Mr. Wolfe?
A4. He gives him a list.
Q5. What kind of list is it?
A5. It is a list of parts.

47. Checking Details

Wolfe: Ms. Brown, will you call the production manager, please?
Brown: Right away, Mr. Wolfe.
Questions
Q1. What does Mr. Wolfe ask Ms. Brown?
A1. He asks her to call the production manager.
Q2. Does she do it?
A2. Yes, she does.
Q3. Does she do it right away?
A3. Yes, she does.

48. On the Telephone

Brown: Hello, Mr. Rodriguez?
Rodriguez: Yes.
Brown: Can you come to the conference room, please?
Rodriguez: Sure.
Questions
Q1. Who is Ms. Brown talking to?
A1. She is talking to Mr. Rodriguez.
Q2. Can he come to the conference room?
A2. Yes, he can.
49. Meeting the Production Manager
Brown: This is Mr. Rodriguez.
Tanaka: Nice to meet you, Mr. Rodriguez.
Rodriguez: Likewise, Mr. Tanaka.
Questions
Q1. What is Mr. Tanaka doing?
A1. He is meeting the production manager.
Q2. Who is introducing Mr. Tanaka to the production manager?
A2. Ms. Brown is introducing Mr. Tanaka to the production manager.
Q3. Who is the production manager?
A3. His name is Mr. Rodriguez.
Q4. Is he friendly?
A4. Yes, he is.

50. Discussing Availability

Tanaka: Can you look at this list?
Rodriguez: Sure.
Tanaka: Can you supply these parts?
Rodriguez: I have to check.
Tanaka: When can you tell me?
Rodriguez: Is tomorrow ok?
Tanaka: Yeah, tomorrow's fine.
Questions
Q1. What does Mr. Tanaka give Mr. Rodriguez?
A1. He gives him a list.
Q2. Can Mr. Rodriguez supply the parts?
A2. He has to check.
Q3. When can he tell Mr. Tanaka?
A3. He can tell him tomorrow.
Q4. Is tomorrow ok?
A4. Yes, it is.
51. Discussing Prices the Next Day
Wolfe: Here is our price list.
Tanaka: Thank you.
Wolfe: What do you think?
Tanaka: These prices are very competitive.
Wolfe: Do we have a deal?
Tanaka: Let me get back to you.
Wolfe: Ok.
Questions
Q1. What does Mr. Wolfe give Mr. Tanaka?
A1. He gives him a price list.
Q2. Are the prices competitive?
A2. Yes, they are.
Q3. Do they have a deal?
A3. Not yet. Mr. Tanaka has to check.
Q4. Is that ok with Mr. Wolfe?
A4. Yes, it is.

52. On the Phone

Tanaka: Hello, this Is Tanaka.
Wolfe: Hello, Mr. Tanaka. How are you?
Tanaka: Fine thanks. And you?
Wolfe: Fine thank you. Did you call Tokyo?
Tanaka: Yes, I did?
Wolfe: Good news?
Tanaka: Yes. We need to draw up a contract.
Wolfe: Excellent.
Questions
Q1. Is Mr. Tanaka talking on the telephone?
A1. Yes, he is.
Q2. Who is he talking to?
A2. He is talking to Mr. Wolfe.
Q3. Did Mr. Tanaka call Tokyo?
A3. Yes, he did.
Q4. Is it good news?
A4. Yes, it is.
Q5. Do they need to draw up a contract?
A5. Yes, they do.
53. Arranging a Time to Meet
Wolfe: Can you come to the office?
Tanaka: Sure.
Wolfe: When can you come?
Tanaka: Is three o'clock ok?
Wolfe: Three o'clock is fine.
Questions
Q1.Can Mr. Tanaka come to the office?
A1. Yes, he can.
Q2. When can he come?
A2. He can come at three o'clock.
Q3. Is three o'clock ok?
A3. Yes, it is. Three o'clock is fine.

54. Signing a Contract

Wolfe: Sign here please, Mr. Tanaka.
Tanaka: There you are.
Wolfe: Thank you very much.
Tanaka: My pleasure.
Questions
Q1. What is Mr. Tanaka doing?
A1. He is signing a contract.
Q2. Who does he give it to?
A2. He gives it to Mr. Wolfe.
Q3. Is Mr. Wolfe happy?
A3. Yes, he is.
Q4. Is Mr. Tanaka happy?
A4. Yes, he is. He is very happy.

Credits:
Sound effects and ambient sounds used in this recording were downloaded at The
Freesound Project, a website offering a wide range of audio files published under
creative commons licenses. Here is a list of the sound files we used:
Car door slam.wav: http://freesound.iua.upf.edu/samplesViewSingle.php?id=2502
Citystreet3.wav: http://freesound.iua.upf.edu/samplesViewSingle.php?id=36734
Car-leave-4.wav: http://freesound.iua.upf.edu/samplesViewSingle.php?id=36832
Cavalier4cly.mp3: http://freesound.iua.upf.edu/samplesViewSingle.php?id=26970
Na Porici street sounds pl 3.wav: http://freesound.iua.upf.edu/samplesViewSingle.php?id=42542
Lg jfk airport.wav: http://freesound.iua.upf.edu/samplesViewSingle.php?id=17078
Changi Airport 1.mp3: http://freesound.iua.upf.edu/samplesViewSingle.php?id=36311
mab-sfo-20060929.wav: http://freesound.iua.upf.edu/samplesViewSingle.php?id=23192
keyboard-typing.wav: http://freesound.iua.upf.edu/samplesViewSingle.php?id=23192
badschrank.wav: http://freesound.iua.upf.edu/samplesViewSingle.php?id=38117
parking lot.wav: http://freesound.iua.upf.edu/samplesViewSingle.php?id=18933
Crowded Opera Lobby.wav: http://freesound.iua.upf.edu/samplesViewSingle.php?id=34709
In a que01.wav: http://freesound.iua.upf.edu/samplesViewSingle.php?id=20292
Cellfone ring.wav: http://freesound.iua.upf.edu/samplesViewSingle.php?id=30054
Nnb04 maxed.wav: http://freesound.iua.upf.edu/samplesViewSingle.php?id=21558
Pouring coffee.wav: http://freesound.iua.upf.edu/samplesViewSingle.php?id=32919
Office with Typing.wav: http://freesound.iua.upf.edu/samplesViewSingle.php?id=32380

Music used in the recording of The Business Trip is entitled, Phat N Sazzy, and can
be found on Opsound.org, or visit the artists website at The Dejunair Project.