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b.
Listen to an audio and discuss the following questions with your partner.

“Good morning and welcome to the Sunshine University Library. My name is James Walker, and I’m honoured
to serve as a marketing staff of the library. I’ve worked in the library for years, and I believe a library is more
than just a place for books. It’s a space where ideas grow, connections are made, and learning is lifelong. At
the Sunshine University Library, we support research, teaching, and innovation through diverse collections,
quiet and collaborative spaces, digital tools, and personalized guidance.”

1. Who is the speaker?
2. What does he talk about?
3. What are the traits of the library?

c.
Continue to listen to the audio and complete the missing information from the text.

”Let me now begin by introducing the dedicated team behind the Sunshine University Library. First, our
1) ____________________, Ms. Emily Dawson, who leads our overall strategy and development. Next to her
is Mr. Ryan Mitchell, 2)____________________, who ensures our programs and services are well-promoted
across campus. Our 3)____________________, Ms. Claire Bennett, is the one who oversees the library’s
budgeting and financial planning. From the 4) ____________________, we have Mr. Thomas Reed, who
manages subject-specific collections and supports the library administratively. The representative of 5)
____________________, is Ms. Olivia Carter, who assists students, faculty, and visitors in accessing our
resources. We are happy to have you here today. Thank you.”

What’s the word for that?

Words related to types of divisions/ company structure

What are the divisions in a library? Different library might have different set of divisions. Match each
division with the correct job description.

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