Susan: George, I was wondering if we could discuss our new marketing strategy for a moment.
George: Certainly Susan. You know that I'm working with Anne on changing our image, don't you?
Susan: Yes, I think you'll make an excellent team. How do you feel about the merchandise we're pushing?
George: In my opinion, the products were offering are fine. However, I think we should concentrate on expanding our market share in the young adult market.
Susan: I totally agree. Who buys more products than twenty somethings?
George: Exactly. We haven't been very successful in our branding efforts, have we?
Susan: I'm not keen on changing our target audience, but we certainly have to improve our brand image.
George: If we want to edge out our main competitor, we're going to have to target customers at a younger age.
Susan: Maybe, but we also have to keep our competitive edge in quality.
George: Why don't we all get together for a discussion?
Susan: Can you let me know when your next meeting with Anne is going to be? I'd like to go over some of our restructuring ideas with both of you.
George: As a matter of fact, we'll be meeting this afternoon. Let's meet at four, shall we?
Susan: I'm afraid I already have an appointment then. Do you think we could meet earlier?
George: Well, I'll have to check with Anne.
Questions
Multiple Choice Comprehension Questions
1. Susan was aware that George is going to be working with Anne.
- true
- false
- doesn't say
2. What does George think Sport Outfitters needs to concentrate on?
- changing merchandise
- expanding market share
- improving quality
3. What has Sport Outfitters been unsuccessful in doing?
- branding efforts
- developing new merchandise
- opening outlets
4. What is Susan not keen on?
- changing publicity campaigns
- improving branding
- targeting younger customers
5. Why can't Susan meet with George and Anne at four?
- she has to travel this afternoon
- she has an appointment
- she has the afternoon off
Answers
Answers are in bold.
1. Susan was aware that George is going to be working with Anne.
- true
- false
- doesn't say
2. What does George think Sport Outfitters needs to concentrate on?
- changing merchandise
- expanding market share
- improving quality
3. What has Sport Outfitters been unsuccessful in doing?
- branding efforts
- developing new merchandise
- opening outlets
4. What is Susan not keen on?
- changing publicity campaigns
- improving branding
- targeting younger customers
5. Why can't Susan meet with George and Anne at four?
- she has to travel this afternoon
- she has an appointment
- she has the afternoon off
By Kenneth Beare, About.com Guide