Why does the man go to see his professor?
To borrow some charts and graphs from her
To ask her to explain some statistical procedures
To talk about a report he is writing
To discuss a grade he got on a paper
Listen again to part of the conversation by playing Track 2. Then answer the question. Why does the professor say this?
To question the length of the paper
To offer encouragement
To dispute the data sources
To explain a theory
What information will the man include in his report? Place a check mark on every correct answer.
Climate charts
Interviews with meteorologists
Journal notes
Statistical tests
Why does the professor tell the man about the appointment at the doctor’s office?
To demonstrate a way of remembering things
To explain why she needs to leave soon
To illustrate a point that appears in his report
To emphasize the importance of good health
What does the professor offer to do for the man?
Help him collect more data in other areas of the state
Submit his research findings for publication
Give him the doctor’s telephone number
Review the first version of his report