LESSON
LISTENING AND SPEAKING
1
Assign tasks at work
GET READY TO WATCH
Ida is asking Biata to do some things for her.
At your job, how does your manager assign you
tasks for the day?
WATCH
Watch the video. Read the statements. Circle
True
or
False
.
Correct the false statements.
1.
Ida is inviting Biata to attend a meeting.
True
False
2.
Ida asks Biata to scan some files.
True
False
3.
Biata needs to get an email address from Ida.
True
False
4.
Biata needs to send the scans on Wednesday.
True
False
5.
Biata is going to check the supply room for binders.
True
False
CONVERSATION
A
Watch part of the video. Complete the conversation.
Ida:
I need you to take care of a few things for me.
Do you have some time?
Biata:
Of course. What can I help with?
Ida:
First, could you scan these files and email them to Roberta Suárez over at Bay Side?
Biata:
Sure. Where can I find Roberta’s email address?
Ida:
I’ll have to look it up. Come by my
when you’re ready to send
the email.
Biata:
OK. And when do we need to get this to her?
Ida:
The meeting is on Wednesday, so I’d like her to have
the files by Monday. That way she’ll have plenty of time
to review them before the
.
Biata:
I understand. In that case, I’ll send the scans by the end of the day today.
B
Listen and repeat.
C
PAIRS
Practice the conversation.
D
PAIRS
Make similar conversations. Assign different tasks.
GROUPS OF 3
In the video, what questions does Biata ask Ida about her work?
How does Biata prioritize these tasks? Why is it important to ask questions
and set priorities?
WHAT DO YOU THINK?
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