Coleman: What special skills do you have?
Ray: I have had four American English teachers. I took part in a cultural exchange with many of them.
Here are their references about my English and business skills.
Coleman: I see, such references will help you to get the visa. To double check, I must ask you if you have a criminal record. Have you ever been convicted of a crime in China?
Ray: I am glad to say I have never broken the law. In addition, I have been studying the laws of the United States so that there will be no problem when I go there. I have been and always will be a honest, law-abiding man.
Coleman: Are you aware many Chinese travel to the USA on temporary visas, then immigrate after that?
Do you promise not to do that?
Ray: I can assure you I would never leave my family. As you can see from my application I have verification from my host company that they will be responsible for seeing that I return to China after two years.
Coleman: Please sign this form saying you have not lied during the interview today or on your application.The truth is important to us.
Ray: Ditto, the truth is important to me, too. It would be my pleasure to sign the form.Coleman: Do you have any questions for us?
Ray: Of course, thank you. Can you tell me anything else I can do to prepare myself to go abroad?
Coleman: Your best bet is to start reading an American newspaper. Try to get a newspaper that ispublished near you destination. Baltimore, Maryland has a famous paper called the Baltimore Sun. Start reading it.
Ray: Also, sir, how long will it take you to make your decision on my visa?
Coleman: It will take about two to three weeks. We will call you with an answer.
Ray: Thank you very much, sir. You have been more than helpful.
Coleman: You're welcome, Mr. Lee. But I am not promising anything.