ラジオ英会話 Lesson 200 今週のReview

ラジオ英会話 Lesson 200 今週のReview

Listening Challenge!

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Listening Challenge!

Lesson 196 過去形のイメージ

同僚のリコとウイルが、ウイルの昔の写真を見ながら話しています。

Riko: When was this photo taken? You look younger.

Will: Oh, that was taken in Singapore over ten years ago. We wanted to see the Merlion.

Riko: And do lots of shopping, right?

Will: Of course!

Riko: You and your wife are soaking wet in this photo.

Will: Yes. Suddenly, it started pouring down. We didn’t have umbrellas. But the rain stopped after a few minutes and the sun came out again, so our clothes dried quickly.

Riko: Typical tropical weather.

Will: Exactly.

Listening Challenge!

Q1; Why did Will and his wife go to Singapore?
A: To celebrate their tenth wedding anniversary.
B: To see the Merlion.
C: To experience tropical weather.
B: To see the Merlion.

Lesson 197 現在完了形のイメージ

雨の降る公園をセオが歩いていると、イヌのポールを散歩させているミライと出会います。

Theo: Hi, Mirai! I didn’t expect to see you here today in this weather.

Mirai: Hi, Theo. Paul wanted to go outside even though it’s raining.

Theo: Why don’t we take shelter over there?

Mirai: Good idea.

  (テラスで雨宿りをする)

Mirai: How’s Sparky?

Theo: He’s OK. Actually, I had to take him to the vet last week.

Mirai: What was the problem?

Theo: He couldn’t stop vomiting, but he’s much better now.

Mirai: Well, that’s good. Oh, look. It’s stopped raining.

Listening Challenge!

Q2: Which of the following is true?
A: Paul was sick.
B: Mirai was sick.
C: Sparky was sick.
C: Sparky was sick.

Lesson 198 現在完了形と過去形

妹のシェリルを空港まで迎えに来たニコですが、車をどこに停めたのかわからなくなってしまったようです。

Nico: Welcome back, sis. How was your trip?

Cheryl: Wonderful. I’ll tell you about it on the way home.

Nico: I’m looking forward to hearing all your stories.

Cheryl: Thanks a lot for coming to pick me up.

Nico: Hey, what are big brothers for? Let’s get going.

Cheryl: I’ll let you handle the big suitcase.

Nico: No problem. Er… where have I parked my car? Airport parking garages are so confusing.

Cheryl: You don’t remember the space number? Unbelievable! I should have taken the train!

Listening Challenge!

Q3: What is the relationship between the man and the woman?
A: They are siblings.
B: They are friends.
C: They are colleagues.
A: They are siblings.

Lesson 199 時は心の中

店員のセルゲイとミレイが、ミレイの初デートについて話をしています。

Sergei: Hi, Mirei. So tonight is the big night. Your first date with Philip.

Mirei: That’s right. I’m a bit nervous, to tell you the truth.

Sergei: Oh, come on. You already know he adores you.

Mirei: How can you say that?

Sergei: Haha! I’ve seen the way he looks at you.

Mirei: Oh, you’re just teasing me.

Sergei: No. I’m serious. Anyway, make sure you tell me how everything went tomorrow.

Mirei: Mmm. Maybe I will, and maybe I won’t. Ciao!

Listening Challenge!

Q4: Why does the man think Philip loves Mirei?
A: Because he always tells her the truth.
B: Because the way he looks at her.
C: Because he enjoys teasing her.
B: Because the way he looks at her.

PRACTICAL CHALLENGE! ~実践チャレンジ~

英語で下記の内容を表現してみよう。必ず声に出して練習しよう。

自分が主人公になったつもりで表現しましょう。

重要な顧客のひとりから「面会したい」というメールが来たため、今日の会議に出られなくなったあなた。同僚にその旨を伝え、その会議で話し合った内容を明日教えてくれるよう頼んで下さい。

例えば「すみませんが会議に出席できません。重要な顧客から面会したいというメールを受け取っていて、出られないのです。明日、何を話したのかおしえてくれますか、いい?」など。

[英語で表現してみよう]

使用表現例
顧客:  client

SIMPLE ANSWER

I’m sorry, but I can’t attend the meeting.
I’ve received a mail from an important client saying she needs to see me. That’s why I can’t go.
Tell me what you discussed tomorrow, OK?

ADVANCED ANSWER

I’m afraid I won’t be able to attend this afternoon’s meeting. One of my most important clients has asked to meet me urgently.
Apparently, his company’s profits fell dramatically last quarter, so he wants some advice.
apparently は「見たところ・どうやら」。
Anyway, could you please let me know what you discussed when I see you tomorrow?
tora taro