Unit 1
Script 1
Talia: It's all so incredible, Mom. I’m working on a story about one of the national soccer players, Nick Crawford… No, that's the thing. He knows that one of his teammates has framed him. And I believe he's innocent.
Talia: Look, Mom, I ha ve to go. I’II call you tomorrow, OK Bye. Yes, yes, me, too. Bye． Nick：Hi．I came as soon as I could．What’s up
Talia：I’ve been thinking about this all day…. Now tell me, again：When and how did you meet this Jackie Baker woman
Nick：I’ve already told you．She came up to me at the juice bar．We set up a meeting． Talia：Right．At her office．Except you never went up to her office．Nick：Right, so she meets me in the lobby, we shake hands , and she takes me to lunch．Talia：Yes, to a little place around the corner, as I recaII.
Nick：Right. And then she asks me to endorse a new pair of shoes.
Talia：Yeah. You told me they’re called Kicks.
Nick：Right. And she explains that I’ll have to wear the shoes when I play. And the company will use my name in the ads.
Talia：OK. Can you think of anything else
Nick：Well, we did talk about an idea for a Kicks commercial．
Talia：A commercial What commercial
Nick：I told you about that, didn’t l They wanted me to be in a commercial．
Script 2
Talia：Hang on a second. You never said anything about a commercial. I wanna hear more about this. Don’t leave out any details. This could be important． Nick：OK. So, over lunch she describes the deal…
Jackie：So，you’ll wear our shoes when you play. And we’ll use your name in ads. Do that and fifty thousand dollars is yours.
Nick：Sounds good. And this will be sometime next year
Jackie：Uh, yeah, that’s right. We can work out the details later for this, but we’ll probably want you to appear in a
Nick：Cool!
Jackie：In fact. I'm working on an idea for a commercial right now. Do you wanna hear about it
Nick：Sure.
Jackie：OK. Picture this. You’re sitting in a park. On a bench. It’s a beautiful spring day.
Nick：So far, So good.
Jackie：OK. A young kid comes up to you and says, “Hey! Aren’t you Nick Crawford, the soccer star”
Nick：Uh—huh.
Jackie：And you say, “That’s me. ”Or something like that．
Nick：Right．
Jackie：And then the kid says, “Wow! Cool shoes! What are they” And you say, “Kicks. What else”
Nick：That’s it
Jackie：That’s it.
Nick：So, all I have to do is sit on the bench…and talk to a kid
Jackie：That’s all you have to do.
Talia：That’s what I thought! This Jackie person recorded your conversation over lunch. Then she edited the tape. So it sounds like you’re accepting a bribe. Nick：Oh. wow!
Unit 2
Script 1
Talia: Tony, I need to see you. I have to bring you up to date on the Nick Crawford story.
Tony: Come in. What's going on
Talia: I just spoke to Nick. He was tricked. The tape was edited. He didn't take a bribe. It just sounds that way.
Tony: Well, what does your audio expert say
Talia: I forgot to tell you. It's definitely Nick's voice. And he said the tape was definitely edited.
Tony: But I don't get it. Who's behind this
Talia: One of Nick's teammates, Dean Bishop. He resents being in Nick's shadow. He wants to be the only star on the team.
Tony: Of course! The bottom line is ... being the star is worth a lot of money in endorsements.
Talia: Still. I can't imagine...
Tony: OK. So, now, what's your plan
Talia: I have an idea. I need some help from Amy.
Tony: Fine. You can have another day on this and we won't run the story yet. But one more thing, Talia, I hope you're not emotionally involved in this story. Talia: Me Emotionally involved
Tony: I know you want to clear Nick's name. But if you want to have a career in journalism, you have to remember to stay objective.
Script 2
Patty: Hi there. What can I get for you
Amy: How about a large iced tea
Patty: Coming right up.
Amy: ... and a little information.
Patty: What kind of information
Amy: I'm trying to get hold of someone named Jackie Bishop. I was told that she's a member of this club.
Patty: Hmm. She used to be, but not anymore. She stopped coming here a while ago. Maybe a year ago, even.
Amy: Oh. Too bad.
Patty: Her brother Dean, the soccer player, works out here, though. I remember seeing him yesterday, around lunchtime. Maybe you could speak to him.
Amy: Actually, I'd rather avoid seeing him. It's a little complicated between him and me, if you know what I mean.
Patty: Oh, I see. Well, here's an idea. I think Jackie's taking acting classes over at the university. Maybe you could catch up with her there.
Amy: She's taking acting classes at the university
Patty: Mmm-hmm.
Amy: Ah.... Yes, .... That's a great idea. Thanks for the tip.
Patty : Oh, likewise! Thanks!
Unit 3
Script 1
Amy: Talia, are you almost here
Talia: I’m about ten minutes away. Can you see her
Amy: Yes. She’s sitting on a sofa. Hurry up. Classes start in about 20 minutes. Talia: Well, just go over to her and start a conversation. You’ve done your homework, haven’t you
Amy: My homework
Talia: I mean, have you found out What courses she’s taking, and everything Amy: Oh, yeah. I can do a little acting myself, if that’s what you mean.
Talia: So go act like a drama student, and go and talk to her. I’ll be right there. Amy: Excuse me. You’re in the drama program, right
Jackie: Yes! Oh, hi!
Amy: Do you know if Professor Roberts is teaching this semester
Jackie: Yes, he is. He’s fabulous I’m in his improvisation class. In fact, it’s tonight.
Amy: Oh, great.
Jackie: I’ve been taking classes here for about a year and I think he’s been my best teacher.
Amy: I know what you mean. He’s very …inspiring.
Jackie: Yes, absolutely. I’ve become a much better actor since I started taking his classes…
Amy: Yes, I’m sure you have.
Script 2
Amy: Oh, I’m Amy Lee, by the way.
Jackie: Hi. Jackie Bishop. Well, that’s my real name. My stage name is Jackie Baker.
Amy: So, do you have an agent
Jackie: As a matter of fact, I spoke to an agent last week. I just sent him a tape, and he thought it was incredible.
Amy: I’m not surprised. You do seem… incredible.
Jackie: And my brother knows this film director. He’s going to introduce me to him.
Amy: Oh, that’s great! Oh, wait, is your brother that soccer player…
Jackie: Dean Bisho p! That’s right! He’s my elder brother. We just adore each other! He’s a soccer star, and I’m going to be a movie star! Tonight he’s taking me out for a celebration.
Amy: Tonight Really What are you celebrating
Jackie: Oh, just … this thing. Nothing really. Anyway, he’s taking me to this restaurant near here. Valentino’s. Have you ever eaten there
Amy: Um, no … I can’t aff…
Jackie: I ate there once, and I saw Madonna.
Amy: Wow!
Jackie: Yes, can you believe it It was so exciting!
Amy: I guess you have to go to the right places.
Jackie: Absolutely! I even booked the perfect table for people watching.
Amy: I’m impressed. You really plan ahead. You’re amazing.
Unit 4
Script 1
Talia: Amy! Great to see you again.
Amy: You too. Uh, Jackie, this is Talia. Talia, this is Jackie.
Jackie: Charmed. Charmed.
Talia: Nice to meet you, too.
Amy: Talia is a researcher at Newsline.
Jackie: How exciting.
Talia: Gee, you look so familiar.
Jackie: Really We might have seen each other around campus.
Talia: I guess so. Or we may have been in a class together. I'm taking journalism classes.
Jackie: No, it couldn't have been a class. I'm taking acting classes, like Amy. Talia: Oh, well. I'll probably think of it later.
Jackie: Speaking of classes, I'd better run. I don't want to be late for Professor Roberts.
Talia: Hold it. I think I remember where I've seen you.
Jackie: Really
Talia: Yes. The Gower Building.
Script 2
Talia : Don't you work for a shoe company Kicks Shoes
Jackie : I'm sorry, but you can't be serious.
Talia : Oh, I can be quite serious.
Jackie : Listen. I've got to go. It must be time for my class. See you, Amy. Amy: Yes. Bye, Jackie. It was great talking to you.
Talia : So what did you find out
Amy: Listen to this. Jackie and Dean are going to Valentino's after her class tonight to celebrate. She's booked a special table.
Talia : This is perfect. Great work. You should be proud of yourself.
Amy : Thanks, but it was nothing. Piece of cake, in fact.
Talia : OK, then. You call Valentino's and make a reservation for two.
Amy: Oh, wow. Are we going to Valentino's
Talia : Oops ... no. I was planning on calling Nick.
Amy: I see.
Talia : Thanks for being understanding.
Amy : After I call Valentino's, is there anything else you want me to do
Talia : Yes. I'm going to need your help. We have a lot to do in the next two hours. Unit 5
Unit5
Script 1
Talia: Oh, thank goodness you got my message!
Nick: Yeah. What’s going on
Talia: Don’t worry. I’m not trying to get you to take me out on a date. I’m trying to help you save your career.
Nick: Oh, that. Yeah, right, I almost forgot.
Talia: Be serious. I care about… I care about your future.
Nick: So do I!
Talia: Good—you wore a tie.
Nick: Yeah, your message said, wear a tie and a jacket. You look nice, by the way. Talia: Thanks. So do you.
Nick: What’s that
Talia: Here. You have to put these on.
Nick: I’m sorry. Did I miss something here Is it… is it Halloween Are you really going to make me put these on
Talia: Yes. And that’s how you’re going to hear their conversation. There’s an earphone in the wig.
Nick: Whose conversation
Talia: Jackie and Dean’s. They’re having dinner here. Let’s go inside. Script 2
Talia: So, as I was saying, I have a feeling Dean and Jackie are going to talk about you as soon as they get here.
Nick: Really
Talia: Yup. And all we have to do is record their conversation. We just need to plant this at their table.
Nick: Brilliant! But wait… how will you know which table is theirs
Talia: You forget—I’m a researcher… I asked the maitred’. That’s their table over there. I’ll be right back.
Nick: OK. I’ll watch for Jackie and Dean while you plant the mike.
Talia: Good. Just cough or something to warn me if you see them.
Nick: OK. Hurry up. [Nick coughs!]
Talia: Whew! That was close... Here. Look at the menu. We should order. Nick: Right, though I’m not really hungry.
Talia: Neither am I.
Dean: One more.
Nick: Don’t look now, but here comes Jackie.
Unit 6
Script 1
Jackie: You are not going to believe what happened.
Dean: I've been leaving messages for you all afternoon! Why haven't you called me back
Jackie: Sorry. I left my cell phone at home.
Dean: All right, listen, we need to talk...
Jackie: Dean, don't interrupt! This is serious. I was sitting in the Student Lounge at school when a woman came up to me and started a conversation. So...
Dean: Wait. I have to tell you something important. We may have a slight problem here...
Jackie: Dean! I told you not to interrupt!
Dean: OK. I give up. What
Jackie: So this woman Amy Ask someone not to interrupt you and I were talking when a friend of hers showed up. Then, when Amy introduced us, her friend said I looked familiar.
Dean: So
Jackie: So, then she asked me if I worked for Kicks Shoes!
Dean: There is no Kicks Shoes.
Jackie: I know that and you know that, but she doesn't know...
Dean: How does she know about...
Jackie: I'm scared, Dean. She works for Newsline.
Dean: Newsline
Jackie: Yes! What if she knows about what we did to Nick Crawford
Dean: Shh! Keep your voice down. What I've been trying to tell you is that Nick knows everything! He knows that I'm the one who's behind all this. And he even knows about you.
Jackie: He knows about me Oh, no! Look, this whole thing was your idea! Dean: Shh.
I told you to keep it down. People are starting to look at us!
Script 2
Jackie: OK. I'll calm down. But, Dean, I'm worried. I could get into real trouble. Dean: You Why, I'm the one who sent the phony tape to Newsline.
Jackie: Yes, but I was the one who posed as the Kicks executive.
Dean: Big deal.
Jackie: What do you mean, big deal I did a superb job. I helped you get Nick suspended!
Dean: Yeah. Yeah. You're a great actress. I know.