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13.听第9段材料,回答第14至16题.现在你有15秒钟的时间阅读这三个小题.
14.What does the man make the phone call for?
A.He wants to make a reservation.
B.He wants to build a penthouse.
C.He wants to get some books.
15.Who is Tony Parker?
A.The person who handles bookings for standard rooms.
B.The person who makes all the arrangements for executive accounts.
C.The person who manages the hotel.
16.What is the man's phone number?
A.660-843-3233. B.660-843-3235.   C.660-843-3230.

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