Bank Services

I. Introduction:

No matter where you live, opening a bank account is one essential part of life, but you have to check around to
find out what services a bank provides. Listen to the words below and consult a dictionary if you need a
definition. Write a sample sentence for each word to learn how it is used in context. You can use the Internet to
find similar sentences.

1. buy travellers checks

2. cash a check

3. check your account balance

4. deposit money

5. exchange money

6. fill out a withdrawal slip

7. open a checking account

8. open a savings account

9. order checks

10. pay off a loan

11. pay your bills online

12. rent a safety deposit box

13. review your bank statement

14. take out a loan

15. talk with a bank teller

16. talk with the bank manager

17. transfer money

18. use a debit card

19. withdraw money

II. Practice:
Now, complete the sentences below with the best answer:
1. I need to _____________ at the bank because I'm going overseas on business, and I want to take some of the
local currency with me.

A. withdraw money B. exchange money C. buy travellers checks

2. You ought to ________________ to store your valuables and important documents in a secure location.

A. rent a safety deposit box B. open a savings account C. pay your bills online

3. My father is trying to ______________ to pay for the construction of a new room to our house.

A. take out a loan B. pay off a loan C. review his bank statement

III. Follow-Up:
What particular banking services are most important to you in your current situation? Look around and see if
there are banks in your area that might meet your needs, including online banking options. Then, share your
ideas with a partner.