情景对话16：预约

(16).Making an Appointment 预约

            It is usually necessary to make an appointment with a doctor,
            dentist or lawyer. You should call as far in advance as possible.

            1.A: Would Dr. Block be able to see me at 9:30 tomorrow?
            B: I'm sorry, but she won't have any openings until 11:00, unless
            there's a cancellation.
            A: Would 1:00 be convenient?
            B: Yes, she's free then.

            2.A: I wonder if the dentist could fit me in early tomorrow?
            B: I'm afraid there's nothing availavle before noon.
            A: How about 12:45?
            B: Sorry, but she's busy then too.

            3.A: I'd like to make an appointment with Professor Smith. Would
            9:00 tomorrow be all right?
            B: I'm afraid not. She doesn't have any openings in the morning.
            A: Could I possibly make it early in the afternoon?
            B: Nol That's not good either. But give me your number and I'll call
            you if somebody
            cancels.

            4.A: Do you think the doctor could see me tomorrow before 9:30?
            B: She won't be in until 10:45, so the earliest would be 11:00.
            A: How would 12:45 be?
            B: Just a second. I'll have to check.