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2. What is a mint stamp?

Sample answer:
A mint stamp is one which has not been used for postage. The post office is the perfect place
for finding all the stamps and mint stamp issues. A collection of mint stamps is usually worth
more than a collection of used stamps.

3. Do you think that the internet has affected the industry of postal service?

Sample answer:
Yes, I believe that the Internet has affected the industry of postal service since the innovation
allows us to send mails faster thru the use of an e-mail. There’s also the chat room where people
can communicate and talk directly by voice or by merely typing messages, thus decreasing the
need for postal service and delivery of letters. This makes their sales go a bit lower nowadays.

1. You are managing your family’s undergarment business in California while
your husband runs the clothing line business in Melbourne. Your husband
needs the samples from California. How would you send it?

Sample answer:
Good afternoon, Mr. Post Master. I would like to send this box to Melbourne Australia by Global
Express Guaranteed. How much would it cost me? Do I need to have this weighed? Then af-
terwards, do I have to see the Group to where Australia belongs? That way you can tell me
how much the package would cost. Average delivery time is good for one to three days and
its starting price is from $29.95 at a weight not over 0.5 lbs, right? Prices are based on weight
and distance and since the international group of Australia is on Group 6 and its minimum rate
is $38.95, am I correct? Here’s my payment, sir. Thanks a lot! I hope it will arrive there fast and
safe. Bye!

2. You are working hard at the Australian Embassy while your family is living
in California U.S.A. It is your Wedding Anniversary on August 20, and that is
5 days from now. You would love to send your beloved wife a necklace for a
gift.

Sample answer:
Hi, I am planning to send this package to my wife in California, and I want her to have this
necklace by August 20 because it is our 34th Wedding Anniversary. How should I send it? Is
it best if I send it by Express Courier Service International? I have heard that it offers reliable
door-to-door delivery of documents and goods to over 190 countries and territories within 2 to
4 business days between metropolitan areas of major cities based on International Post Guide/
Zone. Well then, should I use Parcel Delivery? Is not that a 2-4 working days service? My pack-
age weighs exactly 20 kg. This would costs $20, right? Here’s my payment.

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