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"word of mouth" = telling one person to another by speaking

"Many stores sell most of their products by word of mouth."


"pull out all the stops" = do everything possible to make something succeed

"The company pulled out of the stops to improve business, including cutting prices up to 50%."

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Eyeglasses for You
I. Pre-Listening Exercises
II. Listening Exercises
III. Vocabulary
IV. Post-Listening Exercises

Level: Topic: Type: Speakers: Length:
easy eyeglasses tape recorded message man 00:27

I. Pre-Listening Exercises [Top]
Eyeglasses are very important to many people around the world. Now, you will hear a tape recorded message of one eyewear store. You would normally hear such a message if you called the store after hours. What kind of information would you expect to hear?

HELPFUL TIP: Many stores have tape recorded messages advertising their services. Listen carefully because you will hear a lot of information in about 30 seconds or less.

eyeglasses


II. Listening Exercises [Top]

First, listen to the conversation by pressing the "Play Audio" button, and answer the questions. Press the "Final Score" button to check your quiz.

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[ What are these different audio choices? ]
[ Other Audio Options: Play RealMedia | Play Window Media ]

1. What is the name of the store?
A. American Village
B. American Image
C. American Vision

2. What time does the store open on Wednesday?
A. 8:00 AM
B. 8:30 AM
C. 9:00 AM

3. What day is the store closed?
A. Friday
B. Saturday
C. Sunday

4. How much would you pay for this store's main product on Saturday if it cost $100 during the rest of week?
A. $90
B. $80
C. $70

Score =
Correct answers:

Listen to the conversation again as you read the Quiz Script.

III. Vocabulary Activities [Top]
Review the key vocabulary from the conversation: [ Why do these? ]


III. Post-Listening Exercises [Top]

Create your own tape recorded message for one of the following stores. First, write the message on paper. Then, read it to a small group of students and have them take notes. Finally, ask them to summarize the main points of your message.

  • department store
  • language school
  • bank
  • computer shop

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