Question 13 - 15 refer to following conversation: I'd like to thank you all for coming this evening . ( 83) Tonight, we bid farewell to Charles Denton, as he prepares to step down from his position next month. In a few moments, we will start serving you a delicious 5-course meal. But before we begin eating, I'd like to say a few words about tonight's distinguished special guest. (84) Mr. Denton has served as the chairman of our board of directors for almost two decades, and he has played a ...

I'd like to thank you all for coming this evening . ( 83) Tonight, we bid farewell to Charles Denton, as he prepares to step down from his position next month. In a few moments, we will start serving you a delicious 5-course meal. But before we begin eating, I'd like to say a few words about tonight's distinguished special guest. (84) Mr. Denton has served as the chairman of our board of directors for almost two decades, and he has played a large part in guiding our company toward success. (85) Several board members and supervisors will give speeches tonight to honor our departing chairman. These will start immediately after we finish eating. But, for now, I hope you all enjoy the wonderful food!