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W: Michael, where are you heading? You seem to be in a hurry.
M: Oh, Samantha,(12)I am on my way to the bookstore.(13)The professor has just recommended to us a book on western culture.
W: I am also going to the bookstore. Let’s go there together and you can tell me something about the book on the way.
M: All right.(14)The professor says the book is written by a famous sociologist and it contains not only theory, but many stories illustrating all the culture differences between the east and the west.
W: It must be a good book.
M: Yes, what’s more, the writer has chosen simple but humorous language to make the book even more interesting.
W: Um, as far as I am concerned, a good book is one that makes people want to read.
M: That’s true. A good writer knows how to draw the readers’ attention.
W: But why are you in such a hurry? Are you really so eager to read the book?
M: Well,(15)there are over 200 students in my class and the professor made the recommendation in the class. I’m afraid if I don’t get there early enough, it will be sold out.
W: But why don’t you take advantage of the reservation system in the bookstore? You can always make the reservation online or through telephone.
M: I tried both. The website seems to be jammed and I can’t get through by phone. Considering the popularity of the book, I’m afraid I have to stand in line and try my luck.
W: I happen to have a friend working part-time in the bookstore. Let me call him and see if he can do anything about it.
M: Really? It would be wonderful. Thank you so much.
12. Where does the conversation most probably take place?
13. Where does Michael get the information about the book?
14. What can we learn about the book?
15. Why is Michael in a hurry?