生活英语情景口语100主题 64. Keeping Time 守时

Dialogue1

C. Tristan, Could you stay a few extra miniutes to discuss your project with me?

T. Sure, We are on a pretty tight schedule, but we should be able to finish it just on time.

C.Are all of your team members on schedule?

T;A few of the graphic designers are a bit behind in their work because of computer problems.

C.How have they decided to deal with that?

T. They have agree to work over-time until it's finished.They've even decided to come in on the weekend.

C. That's true dedication. I'm impressed. When is it due?

T.We agree that the deadline was next Friday.

C.Right. Well, given that your colleagues are working so hard on this project. I suppose we could change that deadline to Monday morning. I won't have time to look over it on the weekend anyway.

T.That'd be very helpful. An extra weekend is all they really need.Thanks!

C.That's alright. Make sure everyone knows that we must stick to the new deadline.

T. I will.

C. I know you have a tight schedule, so I won't take up more of your time. Have a good evening.

T.You, too. See you tomorrow.

Dialogue 2

T.Since you did such a fantastic job running the last project, I'd like you to be in charge of this one.

C. OK, Is the deadline soon?

T. No, you can take your time on thisi project. We have plenty of time to get it done.

C.That's great! When is the deadline exactly?

T.It isn't due until after the bank holiday next month.

C.So we've got a month and a fortnight to complete it.

T. That's right. Here is a copy of the project proposal we have worked out for you.

C.It seems very thorough.

T.It should be. We have spent the last few months working on the details of the proposal, which will be finalized in a meeting this afternoon. I know it's short notic, but we need you to be there.

C.What time does the meeting start?

T. It start at 3:15 and it should last no more than 2 hours.

C.Where is it going to be held?

T.In the boardroom. Make sure you read through the proposal and come prepared to discuss it in detail. Today will be a busy day for you, but from next week on, you should be in less of a rush.

C. Don;t worry. I can handle it, Is that all?

T. Yes. Remember: don't be late to the meeting.

C. I won't. See you at 3:15.