Английский язык для делового общения. Любинская Н.А - 20 стр.

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People and progress, Peace and progress through economic cooperation and so
on. International fairs and exhibitions pave the way for the consolidation of
friendship among countries and nations.


2.2.   Say what you have learned about: a) different kind of exhibitions; b) the
business side of fairs and exhibitions.


2.3.   Answer the following questions.
1. Why are exhibitions and fairs growing in size and scope from year to year?
2. Why do we say that every exhibition is a good method to advertise different
goods? 3. Why do fairs and exhibitions pave the way for consolidation of peace
and friendship among nations? 4. What is the purpose of arranging exhibitions
and fairs?


2.4.   Read the dialogue.
       Last month Orlov, an engineer from Moscow, had instructions to visit an
exhibition of electronic equipment, which was held at Olimpia in London.
       Orlov’s firm was interested in purchasing computers of the latest model.
The Model R 800 computer of Wilson & Co attracted his attention. After he had
seen the computer in operation he got in touch with Mr. Adams, the Sales
Manager of the company, to start talks for purchase of computers.


Orlov:       Good morning, Mr. Adams. Here is my card.
Adams:       Good morning. I’m glad to meet you. How do you like our stand?
O.:          Oh, it’s really interesting. We’ve had a happy chance to see your
             latest achievements in electronic industry. I must say you’ve made
             much progress in this field.
A.:          Glad to hear that.