Unit 42

1.

ReporterOh, I met him at the airport.
EditorWhat do you know about him? What's his name?
ReporterJohn Crawford Junior.
EditorHow old is he?
Reporter40,45?
EditorAnd what's he doing in England?
ReporterHe's here on a business trip. There's a new airline opening, and he's going to discuss it.
EditorI see. Well, I want you to interview him for me—Tuesday morning, if that's possible.
Reporter Right.

2.

1st MechanicDo you know if Ted's got any children?
2nd MechanicI'm not sure. I think he has.
1st MechanicHe's quite old, isn't he?
2nd MechanicT don't know how old he is.