English Conversation Practice - Do Your Homework

Zach: I have to negotiate a deal with a client.
Bill: How do you think it will go?
Zach: Not well. I heard he is very tough.
Bill: Do you want some advice?
Zach: Yes! I'm not good at negotiating.
Bill: Make sure you do your homework.
Zach: What do you mean?
Bill: Collect as much information before negotiation starts, so you know your options.
Zach: That's great advice.
Bill: The more info you have, the smarter you will look.

1. What is Zach not good at?
Listening to people
Negotiating deals
Speaking in public
Working with others

2. What has Zach heard about the client?
He's tough
He's rude
He's easy to talk to
He's not very smart

3. What does Bill tell Zach to do?
Work on his resume
Listen to people
Do his homework
Work faster

4. What does Bill tell Zach to collect?
Money
Trash
Donations
Information