Unit 6: Jobs A: I'm sorry to hear that!

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Listening 1 page 24, CD 1-32
1. Listening 3
I'm a salesperson. I sell computers. I like my job. It's really 1.
interesting. And I meet lots of interesting people. A: So how do you like your job, Chris?
2. B: Well, it was okay at first, but now, after two years, I don't
Yes, I like it a lot. I like acting in front of lots of people. One like it.
day I hope to write a book about my work. A: Oh, why is that?
3. B: It's boring. I do the same thing every
It's an interesting job, and it's good for me because I love day. I'm really sick of it.
travel and flying. I visit lots of countries every year. And A: So why don't you change jobs?
well -- I know it's silly, but I like my uniform. B: I'm well-paid. I like the money!
4. A: Oh, I see. But you should leave if you're not happy.
It's a good job for me because I like food and I love cooking. B: Yeah, maybe I should.
Lots of famous people come to our restaurant, too. 2.
5. A: Do you like teaching children, Alexa?
Nursing is a good job for me. I like helping people - you B: Oh, yes! I love working with kids. They're so much fun.
know, sick people. A: Well, I guess you have the perfect job!
6. B: Yeah, I like it a lot. There's just one thing I don't like.
I like my work because I work outside. It's hard work, but A: What's that?
the pay's good and it keeps me in shape. B: The distance to school. It's too far away. It takes me an
hour to drive there every day.
page 23, CD 1-31 A: Wow. That must be awful!
Listening 2 B: It is, but the schools that are near me aren't as good.
1. 3.
A: Hi, Ryan. A: How's your new job going, Anna?
B: Oh, hi. B: Good, thanks. I really like it.
A: Are you still working in the bank? B: Yeah. A: What do you like best about it?
2. B: I think it's the people I work with. They are so nice.
A: Where are you working now, Bridget? A: People make all the difference in the job, don't they?
B: I just started as a chef in an Italian restaurant. Come and B: They sure do. The only trouble is, I have to travel a lot.
try my food. I'm away from home about two weeks every month.
A: Sounds great - I'd love to! A: Yeah, that can be difficult.
3. B: It is. I hope I won't have to travel so much next year.
A: Are you still at school, Jake? 4.
B: No, I graduated from college last month. A: Do you enjoy being a salesperson, Rachel?
A: Congratulations! And what are you doing now? B: Yes, I do like it. I get to meet so many people.
B: Nothing much. I'm tired. I'm taking a long vacation. A: Is it hard work?
4. B: Yes, it can be. I don't like the long hours. I'm always
A: What do you do, Marie? really tired when I get home at night.
B: Me? I'm a lawyer. A: That's too bad. Why don't you quit?
A: How long have you been doing that? B: For about five B: Because I think my boss is great to work for.
years. Do you need a good lawyer? 5.
A: Well, not yet! A: How long have you been working in a restaurant,
5. Martin?
A: Are you a receptionist, Suzanne? B: For more than five years.
B: Yes, I am. A: Wow. You must really enjoy it.
A: Do you like the people you B: Oh no, I don't enjoy it at all. It's hard work and pretty
work with? tiring, too. I'm on my feet all night.
B: Well, it's my first week on the job, so I'm not sure yet. A: Oh, I see.
6. B: But the tips are great. I really should find a better job
A: Are you still a tennis instructor, Rose? soon, though.
B: No, I'm not. I didn't like it.
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B: Well, I'm trying to find a new job. 7. Pronunciation, Task 1
A: Do you work in an office, Patrick? 1. server
B: Not anymore. Now I'm an English teacher. I just had my 2. flight attendant
first class. 3. teacher
A: Really? How was it? 4. construction worker
B: It was terrific! 5. businessperson
8. 6. receptionist
A: Are you still working at the bookstore, . Alison?
B: Yeah, but I don't like it. I have to stand all day and I get page 25, CD1-34
so tired. Pronunciation, Task 2
1. actor
2. electrician
3. musician
4. doctor
5. police officer
6. architect

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A: My job is so boring. I really don't like being a
receptionist.
B: Really? Maybe you should try
something new.
A: I don't know. I've always wanted to be an architect, but
I'd have to go back to school.
B: So do it!
A: I can't. I need to make money, so I can't quit my job.
B: Could you work part time in an office and also take
classes?
A: Well, maybe. I'll think about it.