Passport 2 Audio scripts
1 What’s the purpose of your visit?
[TRACK 2]
Listening
Officer: Next, please.
Hideo: Good afternoon.
Officer: Morning.
Hideo: I’m sorry?
Officer: It’s morning. You said Good afternoon, but it’s morning. It’s ten o’clock.
Hideo: Oh, right. Sorry. Good morning.
Officer: Good morning. So ... you’re from Japan?
Hideo: Yes.
Part 2
Officer: OK, do you have your I-ninety-four?
Hideo: My …
Officer: The green form. Your I-ninety-four.
Hideo: Yes, here it is.
Officer: I need that, please.
Hideo: Oh, OK. Here it is.
Part 3
Officer: What’s the purpose of your visit?
Hideo: I’m on vacation.
Officer: So, it’s pleasure, not business.
Hideo: Yes, right. Pleasure.
Officer: What’s your occupation?
Hideo: My …
Officer: Your job. What do you do for your work?
Hideo: I work in an office.
Officer: In Japan?
Hideo: Yes, in Japan.
Part 4
Officer: OK. Now I need to scan your fingerprints. First put your left index finger on the pad ...
Hideo: Like this?
Officer: That’s it. And now your right index finger. On the pad.
Hideo: OK.
Officer: Try that one more time.
Hideo: Sorry?
Officer: The right index finger. Do it again.
Hideo: Like this?
Officer: That’s good.
Part 5
Officer: Now I need to take your photo.
Hideo: OK.
Officer: Look at the camera. Look straight ahead.
Hideo: OK.
Officer: Got it. OK.
Part 6
Officer: Right, just a couple more questions for you.
Hideo: OK.
Officer: How long are you staying here?
Hideo: Three days in L.A., then I’m going to Canada.
Officer: So you’re flying to Canada in three days?
Hideo: Yes, I’m flying to Vancouver.
Officer: OK. That’s fine. That’s it. You’re good to go! Next, please.
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Conversation
Officer: May I have your passport and your I-ninety-four, please?
Naoki: Yes. Here they are.
Officer: What’s the purpose of your visit?
Naoki: Well, I’m going sightseeing.
Officer: Are you traveling alone?
Naoki: No, with a friend.
Officer: OK. Where are you staying?
Naoki: The Holiday Inn, downtown.
Officer: And how long is your trip?
Naoki: Just three days.
Officer: That’s fine. Now, please place your finger on the pad.
2 How much is it?
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Listening
Part 1
Clerk: Hello. Can I help you?
Kana: Uh, yes, please. I can’t see a price on this. How much is this T-shirt?
Clerk: Let me check for you. It’s twenty-two dollars.
Kana: I really like it. Do you have it in a small size?
Clerk: Yes, I think so. Let me see. Here you are.
Kana: Oh, good. Thank you! Can I try it on?
Clerk: Certainly. The fitting rooms are over there.
Part 2
Kana: Excuse me. How much are those sunglasses?
Clerk: They’re a hundred and thirty dollars.
Kana: Oh, that’s too expensive. Do you have anything cheaper?
Clerk: Yes, we have some more over there.
Kana: Oh, wait a minute! I like those earrings! How much are they?
Clerk: These silver ones? I’ll just check for you. … They’re thirty four dollars.
Kana: Great! I’ll take them.
Clerk: Certainly.
Part 3
Kana: I really need a hat, too. Do you have any sunhats?
Clerk: Yes, we do. They’re just over there.
Kana: Oh, those are pretty! Can I see that pink one, please?
Clerk: Here you are. Would you like to try it on?
Kana: Yes, please.
Clerk: There’s a mirror right here. What do you think?
Kana: Thanks. Oh ...
Part 4
Clerk: That looks very nice on you.
Kana: Do you really think so? Mmm … I’m not sure.
Clerk: No?
Kana: I think it’s too big.
Clerk: It really does look good on you.
Kana: Hmm, I’m not sure. I’ll think about it.
Clerk: OK. Is that everything?
Kana: Yes, I think so.
Clerk: So it’s just the T-shirt and the earrings. That comes to …
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Conversation
Clerk: Hello. Can I help you?
Yuka: Yes, can I try on this shirt, please?
Clerk: Certainly. The fitting rooms are over here.
Yuka: Thank you.
Clerk: What do you think?
Yuka: I’m afraid it’s a little too casual.
Clerk: OK. Try this instead. It’s more formal.
Yuka: It’s very pretty! But do you have it in blue?
Clerk: I think so. Yes, here we are!
Yuka: That’s perfect. I’ll take it.
Clerk: Great. That comes to fifty dollars.
3 When is the next train to Xi’an?
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Listening
Conversation 1
Miki: Excuse me. Do you speak English?
Clerk: Yes, I do.
Miki: Oh, good. I’d like a ticket to Xi’an, please.
Clerk: Single or return?
Miki: Sorry?
Clerk: One-way or round trip?
Miki: Oh, right. Single. One-way, please.
Clerk: OK. Which class? First? Standard?
Miki: Oh, standard, please.
Clerk: Fine. That’s a single standard class ticket for Xi’an. That comes to forty- one dollars...
Conversation 2
Miki: What time does the train for Xi’an leave?
Clerk: Fourteen forty-five.
Miki: Fourteen forty-five? OK, thanks. Oh, and which platform does it leave from?
Clerk: Platform nine.
Miki: Platform nine, fourteen forty-five.
Clerk: Right.
Miki: Thanks.
Conversation 3
Miki: Excuse me, do you speak English?
Man: Yes, a little.
Miki: I missed the last announcement. I think it was about the Xi’an train?
Man: Yes. It said the fourteen forty-five train to Xi’an has been canceled.
Miki: Oh, no. Oh, well … thanks.
Man: You’re welcome.
Conversation 4
Miki: Excuse me.
Clerk: Yes?
Miki: When is the next train to Xi’an?
Clerk: Fourteen forty-five. Oh, wait, that one’s canceled.
Miki: Right ...
Clerk: So the next one is at fifteen fifty-seven.
Miki: Fifteen fifty-seven?
Clerk: That’s right.
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Conversation
Miki: Excuse me.
Clerk: Yes?
Miki: Which platform do I need for the fifteen fifty-seven train to Xi’an?
Clerk: Platform six.
Miki: Thank you.
Clerk: But I’m afraid that train has been delayed.
Miki: Really? What time is it leaving?
Clerk: At about five o’clock.
Miki: OK, thanks.
Clerk: Oh, wait. There’s also a platform change. It will leave from platform nine, not platform six.
Miki: OK. Got it. Thanks!
4 The TV is broken.
[TRACK 8]
Listening
Conversation 1
Clerk: Front desk. How may I help you?
Kana: Yes, hello. This is Room two oh three. Something seems to be wrong with the TV.
Clerk: Sorry, could you say that again, please?
Kana: I think the TV in my room is broken. I can only get one channel.
Clerk: Only one channel?
Kana: Yes. The DVD player works but I can’t change the channel on the TV!
Clerk: I’m very sorry, ma’am. I’ll send someone up from Maintenance right away.
Conversation 2
Clerk: Hello, front desk.
Guest: Hello, this is Room nine five six. I can’t open the window in my room.
Clerk: I’m afraid the windows don’t open, sir.
Guest: Uh, but my room is very hot. I’d really like to open the window.
Clerk: I’m sorry, sir. The windows are locked for safety reasons. All the rooms have air conditioning.
Guest: Yes, but the air conditioning is on maximum and it’s still too hot.
Clerk: I’m very sorry, sir.
Guest: Can I speak to the Duty Manager, please?
Clerk: Yes, of course, sir. One moment, please.
Conversation 3
Clerk: Front desk.
Guest: Hello, I’d like to make a dinner reservation for tonight, please.
Clerk: Certainly, sir. I’ll just transfer you to the concierge.
Guest: Oh, I see. Thank you.
Clerk: You’re welcome. Just a moment, sir.
Concierge: Hello, concierge.
Guest: Oh, hello, I’d like to make dinner reservations at the Mandarin Chinese Restaurant.
Concierge: I’ll see what I can do, sir...
Conversation 4
Clerk: Hello, front desk.
Guest: Yes, hello. I think there’s something wrong with the shower in my room.
Clerk: What’s the problem, ma’am?
Guest: I’m in Room five oh three. There’s no hot water in the shower.
Clerk: There’s no hot water at all? Did you let the water run?
Guest: Yes, I did. It’s still cold and I really don’t want a cold shower!
Clerk: I’m very sorry, ma’am. I’ll send someone from Maintenance right away.
Guest: Thank you!
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Conversation
Clerk: Hello, front desk. How may I help you?
Kana: Hello. This is Room two oh three. There seems to be something wrong with the air-conditioning.
Clerk: What’s the problem, ma’am?
Kana: Well, I think it’s broken.
Clerk: OK. I’ll send someone from Maintenance right away.
Kana: Thank you. Oh, and may I have some clean towels, please?
Clerk: Certainly. I’ll put you through to Housekeeping.
Kana: Thank you.
5 What is there to see?
[TRACK 10]
Listening
Conversation 1
Mike: What are you doing this weekend, Ken?
Kentaro: I don’t know. What’s the weather going to be like?
Mike: The forecast says it’s going to be sunny. Why don’t you go to the beach?
Kentaro: Hmm, I’m not sure. I’d really like to go sightseeing.
Mike: How about a boat trip along the river?
Kentaro: Maybe…
Mike: Or you could take a tram ride through the city centre. Melbourne’s trams are famous.
Kentaro: Yes, a tram ride! That’s a great idea!
Conversation 2
Tourist: Excuse me. Do you have a map, please?
Clerk: Sure. There’s a free map here, or you can buy a town guide.
Tourist: Uh, I’ll take the free one, please. What is there for families to do in Melbourne?
Clerk: Well, there are some beautiful parks in the city, and we’ve got Australia’s oldest zoo. Oh, and the aquarium is excellent.
Tourist: OK. Do you have any pamphlets?
Clerk: Sure. Let me see… There you go.
Tourist: Thanks.
Conversation 3
Tourist: Excuse me. Is there a museum nearby?
Clerk: Yes, the Maritime museum. It’s very interesting.
Tourist: The Maritime…? Sorry, do you have any information in Japanese?
Clerk: Sure. Just a minute. Here you are.
Tourist: Ah, thank you. And, how far is Chinatown from here?
Clerk: Oh, it’s very close. I can show you on this map. We’re here… and Chinatown is just… here.
Tourist: Great! Can I keep this map, please?
Clerk: Sure, no worries.
Tourist: Thanks for your help.
Conversation 4
Clerk: Good day. Can I help you?
Tourist: Yes. Are there any markets nearby?
Clerk: Yes. There’s a really good craft market on Chapel Street.
Tourist: Thanks. Oh, and are there any special events this week?
Clerk: Yes. It’s the Melbourne Cup on Tuesday!
Tourist: Sorry. What’s the Melbourne cup?
Clerk: Well, it’s the most famous horse race in Australia. Everybody stops to watch the race. It’s a public holiday in Melbourne.
Tourist: Wow! Sounds like fun!
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Conversation
Kentaro: What is there to do in Melbourne?
Kate: You could visit the zoo. Or there are lots of sightseeing tours.
Kentaro: A tour sounds good. Oh, and do you know a good place to eat?
Kate: Well, do you like Greek food?
Kentaro: I don’t know. I’ve never had it before. Is it good?
Kate: It’s delicious! You should go to Richmond. There are some great places to eat.
Kentaro: Thanks a lot. Hey, would you like to have dinner with me?
Kate: Sure, that’s a great idea!
Destination: The U.S.A.
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The Rocky Mountains start in the north, in Canada and stretch down into the southern part of the U.S.A. They have snow on them through the whole year and are very popular in the winter for skiing and snowboarding.
Los Angeles, a sunny city by the sea, may be best known for Hollywood. Many of the world’s richest and most famous people live in an area called Beverly Hills. Some of the world’s favorite movies were made in Hollywood. Visitors to Los Angeles love seeing the homes of the stars.
Central Park is like an island of countryside in the middle of New York City. In the summer, roller-blading is very popular in the park, and in the winter, people love to go ice skating there.
Hawaii’s Waikiki Beach is famous for its white sands and gentle surf. All year – spring, summer, fall and winter – the weather is mild. It’s the perfect place for sunbathing and surfing.
6 I’d like to rent a snowboard, please.
[TRACK 13]
Listening
Conversation 1
Clerk: Can I help you?
Naoki: I’d like to rent a snowboard, please.
Clerk: Sure. Have you used one before?
Naoki: Yes, I have. I’m pretty experienced.
Clerk: Oh, OK, good. Then do you know what kind of board you want?
Naoki: I’d like an all-mountain board. You know, all-purpose.
Clerk: OK. Come over this way and I’ll show you what we have...
Conversation 2
Yuka: I’d like to rent a bike.
Clerk: OK. This one is twenty bucks for the day.
Yuka: Do you have anything newer? This one’s really worn out!
Clerk: Hmm, I see what you mean. I’ll have to check. Give me a minute... OK, I have this one. What do you think?
Yuka: Yeah, that’s a lot better. I’ll take it. Thanks.
Clerk: Would you like a helmet, too?
Yuka: Oh, yes. Good idea.
Clerk: OK, we’ll just need to fill out some paperwork.
Conversation 3
Clerk: May I help you?