Questions Travel

ENGLISH FOR TOURISTS
topic: At the airport 1 (Looking for the check-in desk)
Choose the correct words/phrases to complete the following conversation at the airport:
YOU: Hi, where's the check-in ________________ for American Airlines?
counter
control
zone
AIRPORT WORKER: That's in terminal 2. This is terminal 1.
YOU: Is there a ________________ that goes between terminals?
transportation
shuttle bus
vehicle
AIRPORT WORKER: Yes, there's one right in front here.
YOU: ________________to the taxi stand?
Together
With
Next
AIRPORT WORKER: Yes, that's right.
YOU:. Thanks. How much time ________________ to check in? ( = How much time before
my flight should I check in?)
will I let
should I allow
can I take
AIRPORT WORKER: If you're on an international flight I believe you have to check-in 3

hours before your flight.
YOU:. And for ________________ flights?
local
country
near
AIRPORT WORKER: On those flights you have to check in 1 and a half hours before.
topic: At the airport 2 (At the check-in desk)
CHECK-IN WORKER: Hello. Where are you flying today?
YOU: Hi, ________________ to London, England.
I fly
to fly
I'm flying
CHECK-IN WORKER: Can I see your ticket and your passport, please?
YOU: Sure. Here's my passport. And here's my ________________.
paper
e-ticket
online purchase
CHECK-IN WORKER: Thank you. Would you like a window seat?
YOU: No, I'd like an ________________ seat please.
aisle
isolated
open passage
CHECK-IN WORKER: OK, and is all this luggage yours?
YOU: These ________________ are mine.
two luggages
two bags
two baggages
CHECK-IN WORKER: All right. One of your bags is overweight... I'm going to have to
charge you for the excess weight.
YOU: I see. How much ________________ do I have to pay? And can I pay by credit card?
cash
over
extra
CHECK-IN WORKER: $30 dollars more, sir, and yes, we do accept credit cards.
topic: At the airport 3 (At the check-in desk)
CHECK-IN WORKER: Hi. Where are you flying today?
YOU: Hi, I'm flying to Miami, but I need a ticket... Can I ________________ here?
buy
get
buy one
CHECK-IN WORKER: No, you'll have to go to the ticket counter... That's over in terminal
3.
YOU: How _________________?
do I get there
do I come to it
can I be there
CHECK-IN WORKER: You can walk there. The terminals are connected. Just turn right
and go all the way to the end of this terminal and you'll be in Terminal 3.
(YOU LEAVE AND GO TO THE TICKET COUNTER)
YOU: Hi there. I ________________ a ticket here?
told me that I can
will buy
was told I could buy
TICKET COUNTER WORKER: Yes you can. Where to?
YOU: I need a ticket to Miami, please, for today _______________.
perhaps
if possible
can be
TICKET COUNTER WORKER: All right.... Yes, I can get you on the flight at 7:00 PM
tonight, which arrives in Miami at 10:00 PM. This ticket is $650.
YOU: Do you have anything ________________?
less
cheaper
so expensive
TICKET COUNTER WORKER: No, not on such short notice, sir. That's the lowest price I
can get you for today or tomorrow.
topic: AT THE AIRPORT: What's wrong? (Telling someone about a problem/about what's
wrong)
Write the correct word (from the list on the right) to complete each of the following
sentences:
gate
bottle
pass
mobile
wallet
delayed
money
flight
bags
page
1) I lost my and all my money was inside it.
2) I missed my .
3) I can't find my husband. Can you him?
4) I can't find my departure .
5) The airline lost one of my .
6) I don't have enough to buy a sandwich.
7) They won't let me take my of water on the plane.
8) I lost my boarding .
9) My flight has been for three hours.
10) Is there a public phone here? My ( = cellphone) isn't working.

ENGLISH FOR TOURISM
ENGLISH AT THE AIRPORT | Questions and answers
Choose the correct QUESTION for the ANSWER that's given. What did the person ask to get
this answer?
1) ANSWER: No, you'll have to transfer either in Chicago or Kansas City.

QUESTION:
Are there any direct flights to Dallas?
How much is a ticket to Dallas?
How long does the flight to Dallas take?
2) ANSWER: It's right there, next to that restaurant.

QUESTION:
How early should I check in?
How much do I have to pay for the extra bag?
Where's the lost-and-found office?
3) ANSWER: I'm sorry, this bathroom is being cleaned.

QUESTION:
Can I go into the bathroom?
Where can I get a coffee around here?
Where's the ticket office?
4) ANSWER:$75.
QUESTION:
Where's the lost-and-found office?
How much do I have to pay for the extra bag?
How long is the delay?
5) ANSWER: 2 hours.
QUESTION:
Has the flight been cancelled?
What time is it?
6) ANSWER: At 2:00 PM.

QUESTION:
When does the flight to Bangkok leave?
What time is it?

7) ANSWER: No, this is the arrivals area.
QUESTION:
Is this the departures area?
Is this the arrivals area?
Is this the lost-and-found office?
8) ANSWER: It's $10 per 24 hours.

QUESTION:
Where are the lockers?
How much does a locker cost?
Where are the luggage carousels?
9) ANSWER: It was. The gate has been changed to 44D.

QUESTION:
Can I buy a ticket here?
Is this the gate for flight 234 to Madrid?
10) ANSWER: You can bring one small bag on the plane with you.
QUESTION:
How much carry-on luggage am I allowed?
How many bags can I check?
Where can I pay for the extra bag?

topic: ON THE PLANE: Speaking with flight attendants/passengers 1
Choose the correct, most natural-sounding responses according to the context of the
conversation:
YOU: Could I get another _____________, please? I'm a little cold.
Coke
blanket
magazine
FLIGHT ATTENDANT: Certainly, sir. Would you like a pillow as well?
YOU: No, thanks. But could you please bring me a ________________?
Coke
liquid
soft
FLIGHT ATTENDANT: Sure, would you like ice in that?
YOU: Yes, please... Oh! Could you also lend me a pen to ________________ this
immigration form?
write
fill out
make
FLIGHT ATTENDANT: I don't have one on me right now, but I'll get one for you.
(THE FLIGHT ATTENDANT COMES BACK WITH YOUR DRINK AND A PEN) YOU: Thanks. Do
you know when we will we be ________________?
landing
on land
grounding
FLIGHT ATTENDANT: In about 2 hours.
YOU: What's the ________________ in Seattle right now?
degrees
hot
temperature
FLIGHT ATTENDANT: I'm not sure... I'll check with the pilot.
topic: ON THE PLANE: Speaking with flight attendants/passengers 2 | Common
terms/phrases
conversation:
YOU: Excuse me, would it be possible to ________________ seats with someone? My wife
and I would like to sit together.
alter
interchange
switch/change
FLIGHT ATTENDANT: Certainly, sir. For now, please take your seat, and once the plane
takes off, I'll help you with that.
YOU: Thank you. Could you help me put this bag in the ________________ compartment?
up
overhead
high
FLIGHT ATTENDANT: Sure... there you go.
(YOU SEE THAT SOMEONE IS SITTING IN YOUR SEAT)
YOU: I'm sorry, I think you're ________________.
sitting wrong
a mistake
in my seat
OTHER PASSENGER: Oh, let me check my boarding ________________... Yes, I'm

sorry, my mistake.
pass
passport
document
YOU: No problem. I'm going to _________________ anyway. My wife and I would like to
sit together.
transfer
move
trade
OTHER PASSENGER: Oh, well, I can switch places with your wife. That way you two can
sit together.
YOU: Really? That would be great! Thanks a lot.

English for tourists
topic: ON THE PLANE: What's wrong? (Talking about problems, etc.)
Write the correct word (from the list on the right) to complete each of the following
sentences:
pen
water
blanket
stretch
lavatories
light
ice
headphones
fold
nauseous
1) I'm cold. Could I get a ?
2) These don't work. I can't hear the movie.
3) I'm thirsty. Could I get some ?
4) I feel . I don't want to eat.
5) Are the occupied?
6) My back hurts from sitting. I need to .
7) No in my drink, please.
8) I want to read, but my doesn't work.
9) This seat won't back.
10) Could I get a to fill out this form?

topic: CUSTOMS/IMMIGRATION 1 (Dialogue)
conversation:
BORDER GUARD: Welcome to the United States. Where do you live?
YOU: ______________.
Germany
I'm German
I was born in Germany
BORDER GUARD: And what's the purpose of your visit to the United States.
YOU: I'm going to _______________ my brother. He lives in Boston.
look at
visit
view
BORDER GUARD: How long do you plan to stay in Boston?
YOU: _______________ two weeks.
Also
Along
About
BORDER GUARD: And what do you do back home?
YOU: _______________? I don't understand...
Where
Pardon me
Too fast
BORDER GUARD: Your job... what do you do?
YOU: Oh, I'm a high-school _______________. I teach Physics and Chemistry.
teacher
student
learner
ENGLISH/TOURISM
topic: CUSTOMS/IMMIGRATION - Questions and answers 1
Choose the correct QUESTION for the ANSWER that's given. What did the customs
officer/immigration officer ask to get this answer?
1) ANSWER: About two weeks.

QUESTION:
How long do you plan to stay in Australia?
Where will you be staying in Australia?
Have you ever been here before?
2) ANSWER: Yes, I was here for about two weeks last year.
QUESTION:
How long do you plan to stay in Canada?
Where will you be staying in Canada?
Have you ever been here before?
3) ANSWER: I'm here on vacation.

QUESTION:
What's the purpose of your visit?
How long will you be staying in the United States?
Do you plan to work here?
4) ANSWER: Sure.
QUESTION:
How many bags do you have?
Could you open this bag for me?
What's the purpose of your trip?
5) ANSWER: No, I'm travelling with my wife and two daughters.

QUESTION:
Are you travelling alone?
Could you open this suitcase for me??
6) ANSWER: Yes, my brother lives here.

QUESTION:
Are you travelling alone?
Do you have any family here in the United States?
How long does the tour last?
7) ANSWER: No, nothing.

QUESTION:
Do you have anything to declare?

Do you need an interpreter?
Are these your bags?
8) ANSWER: I'm here on business.

QUESTION:
Do you need an interpreter?
Are you importing any fruits or vegetables?
9) ANSWER: No, I'm not.

QUESTION:
Could I see your passport?
Do you have anything to declare?
Are you importing any fruits or vegetables?
10) ANSWER: I'm a web designer.

QUESTION:
What's your line of work?
Did you fill out the customs form?

topic: At the hotel - General vocabulary 1
Write the correct word to complete each of the following sentences. Choose from the
following options: changed, upfront, view, exchange, bring, noisy, free, mini, locked,
reception.
Can you get someone to our bags to our room?
Are the sheets every day?
We didn't take anything from the -bar.
I my key in my room.
Do I leave the key at the desk?
Do I have to pay ( = in advance) ?
Is there somewhere I can money around here?
The fan is really . Can I turn it off?
Is this service , or do I have to pay for it?
The is fantastic. We can see the whole city!

topic: At the hotel - General vocabulary 2
Write the correct word to complete each of the following sentences. Choose from the
following options: sheets, cost, maker, service, included, room, control, safe, call,
comfortable.
Can I get a wake-up at 6:30 AM?
Our (bed) are dirty. Could you please change them?
How much does it to make a call to Brazil?
The coffee- doesn't work.
Is breakfast in the price?
Do you have room ?
The remote- doesn't work.
What's the combination for the ?
This is too noisy.
Our bed is very .

topic: At the hotel 1
Choose the correct words/phrases to complete the conversation with the hotel reception
clerk:
YOU: Hello, My name is Dennis. I have a ________________.
check-in
reservation
reserve
HOTEL CLERK: Certainly, sir. (CHECKS THE RESERVATION SYSTEM) Yes, would you like a
room facing the pool or the ocean?
YOU:. Is there ________________ between the two?
a difference in price
more expensive
cheaper
HOTEL CLERK: Yes, the rooms that face the ocean are $100 per night, while the ones
facing the pool are $80 per night.
YOU:. OK, ________________ with the one facing the ocean, please.
make me
I'll go
do it
HOTEL CLERK: And you would like that for three nights, correct?
YOU:. Yes, ________________.
that's right
that is satisfactory
it is not wrong
HOTEL CLERK: I'll have the porter bring up your bags.
YOU:. No, that's fine, I'll ________________.
do it too
make it myself
do it myself
topic: At the hotel 2
clerk:
HOTEL CLERK: We have you booked in room #303.
YOU: Would it be ________________to see the room?
first
allow
possible
HOTEL CLERK: Of course, it's upstairs to your right. Here's the key.
(YOU LOOK AT THE FIRST ROOM)
HOTEL CLERK: So, do you like the room?
YOU:. Well, it's a little dark. Do you have any that are ________________?
darker
brighter
sunshine
HOTEL CLERK: Yes, we do have one, but it faces the street, so it's a little noisy.
YOU: Could I ________________ at that one?
make a look
take a see
take a look
HOTEL CLERK: Of course. It's room # 305 and it's upstairs to your left. Here's the key.
(YOU LOOK AT THE OTHER ROOM)
YOU: That room is perfect. I'll ________________.
take it
hold it
grab it
HOTEL CLERK: That'll be �120.
YOU: I have to pay ________________?
front
upfront
advance
HOTEL CLERK: Yes, that's our policy.

topic: At the hotel 3 (Getting from the hotel into the city)
clerk:
YOU: How do I ________________ from here? Can I take a bus or do I have to take a taxi?
to come to downtown
arrive in downtown
get to downtown
HOTEL CLERK: There are no buses that go to downtown from here. You'll have to take a
cab.
YOU: And how much _________________?
does that cost
price
does that charge
HOTEL CLERK: The fare to downtown is usually about $20. Would you like me to call you
one?
YOU: Sure, can I _________________ for 2:00 PM?
come in
order
get one
HOTEL CLERK: Absolutely. It'll be waiting for you in front of the hotel. Is there anything
else I can do for you?
YOU: Yes, can you get someone to ________________ in my room?
take the sheets and bring new ones
change the sheets
take the sheets
HOTEL CLERK: Yes, of course.
YOU: Thanks. ________________.
You can help
You've been very helpful
You are helping me

topic: At the hotel 3 (Getting from the hotel into the city)
clerk:
YOU: How do I ________________ from here? Can I take a bus or do I have to take a taxi?
to come to downtown
arrive in downtown
get to downtown
HOTEL CLERK: There are no buses that go to downtown from here. You'll have to take a
cab.
YOU: And how much _________________?
does that cost
price
does that charge
HOTEL CLERK: The fare to downtown is usually about $20. Would you like me to call you
one?
YOU: Sure, can I _________________ for 2:00 PM?
come in
order
get one
HOTEL CLERK: Absolutely. It'll be waiting for you in front of the hotel. Is there anything
else I can do for you?
YOU: Yes, can you get someone to ________________ in my room?
take the sheets and bring new ones
change the sheets
take the sheets
HOTEL CLERK: Yes, of course.
YOU: Thanks. ________________.
You can help
You've been very helpful
You are helping me

topic: At the hotel 4 (Requesting things, letting someone know there is a problem)
clerk:
YOU: I can't open the window in my room. It seems to be ________________.
struck
stocked
stuck
HOTEL CLERK: I'll get someone to take a look at it. Anything else?
YOU: Yes, how much is the beer in the mini bar? I couldn't find a _________________.
listed
price list
bill
HOTEL CLERK: It's $5 a bottle. Anything else?
YOU: Yes, could you tell the people in the room next to us to _________________ at night?
They were screaming all night and we couldn't sleep.
be quiet
quiet
silence
HOTEL CLERK: Absolutely. I'll ask them to keep the noise down. Anything else?
YOU: No, I think that's it... What time do we have to ________________ tomorrow?
check it
check out
part
HOTEL CLERK: You'll have to leave your room by 12:00 PM.
YOU: OK. And is there somewhere we can ________________ until the evening?
hang out
sleep
leave our bags

HOTEL CLERK: Yes, you can leave them in our storage room.
topic: At the hotel 5 (Making a reservation)
clerk:
HOTEL CLERK: The Four Seasons Hotel. How can I help you?
YOU: Hello, My name is Mr. Wong. I'd like to reserve a room. Do you have
_________________ from March 10th to March 13th?
any available
free
some free
HOTEL CLERK: Yes, we do. Would you like a double room or a single room?
YOU: _________________ the double room per night?
What costs
How much is
What is the price
HOTEL CLERK: It's $75 per night... And the single room is $65 per night.
YOU: I'm looking for a room that would be nice for a romantic weekend. Which of the two
_________________?
is recommended
do I recommend
do you recommend
HOTEL CLERK: I'd go with the smaller one, the single room. It's much nicer... And two
people can stay in that room.
YOU: OK, perfect. I'd like to ________________ that one then.
reservation
reserve
make
HOTEL CLERK: Alright. I've made that reservation for you. And how will you be arriving?
YOU: We'll be arriving ________________.
by car
on March 10th
with my wife
HOTEL CLERK: Perfect. We have an underground lot where you can park your car.
topic: At the hotel 6 (Asking for directions)
clerk:
YOU: Can you _________________ a good restaurant around here?
recommend
say
tell
HOTEL CLERK: Hmm... there aren't any restaurants around here...
YOU: What about _________________?
in city
in the city
central
HOTEL CLERK: There are a lot of good restaurants in the area of the city called Uptown. If
you go to Central Avenue, you'll see about 10 different restaurants, all of which are highly
recommendable.
YOU: Great! How do we _________________ Central Avenue from here?
come at
arrive in
get to
HOTEL CLERK: When you exit the parking lot, turn left on Main Street. Keep driving for
about 10 blocks, and you'll come to Central Avenue. Turn right. The restaurant zone is about
5 blocks from there.
YOU: So, we have to ________________ on Central Avenue?
go straight
make a right turn
make a left turn
HOTEL CLERK: That's correct. Would you like me to draw you a map?
YOU: No, thanks, I think _______________.
we'll be fine
we will go
we will try
topic: AT THE HOTEL (Talking about things you like and don't like)
Choose the correct words/phrases to tell someone that you LIKE or DON'T LIKE something:
1) I love this room. It's very _________________!
pretty
dirty
2) I don't like this room. It's _________________!
very clean
filthy
3) I love this view. It's really _________________!
boring
beautiful
4) I like this restaurant. The food is very _________________.
tasty
bad
5) I don't like the way he behaves. He's very _________________!
rude
nice
6) I love the service here. It's very _________________.
rude
professional
7) I'll pass on ( = I won't take) the room. It's too _________________.
noisy
quiet
8) I'll pass on ( = I won't take) the room. It's a little too _________________.
inexpensive
expensive
9) I don't like this room. It doesn't seem _________________.
dangerous
safe
10) I really like this room. It's very _________________.
cozy
ugly
Typical English QUESTIONS and ANSWERS one might hear in a hotel 1
this answer?
1) ANSWER: No, it's included in the price of the room.

QUESTION:
Do I have to pay for breakfast?
Where is my key?
Do I have to pay for the room at check in?
2) ANSWER: In the restaurant next to the reception desk.

QUESTION:
Is breakfast included in the price?
What time is breakfast served?
Where is breakfast served?
3) ANSWER: Between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

QUESTION:
Where is breakfast served?
4) ANSWER: Yes, you can.

QUESTION:
Where is the kitchen?
Can I use the kitchen?
Is the restaurant open?
5) ANSWER: No, I'm sorry, we're full.

QUESTION:
Do you have any free rooms?
Can I use the kitchen?
6) ANSWER: No, but each room has a ceiling fan.

QUESTION:
Where can I exchange money?
Does the room have air conditioning?
Is this service free?
7) ANSWER: There is a bank that's right outside the hotel to the right.
QUESTION:

8) ANSWER: You have to press "9" on your phone.

QUESTION:
How do I check my messages?
What time does the restaurant open?
9) ANSWER: Yes, you can leave them in the storage room next to the restaurant.
QUESTION:
Did you give me back my passport?
Can you call me a cab?
Can I leave my bags here?
10) ANSWER: No, not yet. Here it is.

QUESTION:
Did you give me back my passport?
Where is the kitchen??
Can I leave my bags here?

topic: Restaurant related words/phrases 1 (Seating)
Choose the correct words/phrases to complete the following conversation:
HOSTESS: Hi and welcome to Roberto's. Do you have a reservation?
YOU: No, we don't. Do you have _____________ this evening?
tables waiting
somewhere to sit down
any free tables
HOSTESS: Yes, we do... for 2?
YOU: No, for 4 please. Some friends will be _____________ us.
eating
joining
sitting
HOSTESS: Right this way, please. (SHOWS YOU A TABLE)
YOU: Could we get a table ____________ ?
by the window
window
with window
HOSTESS: I'm sorry, but all those tables are reserved tonight...
YOU: Could you please double ____________ for us? Those tables are really nice.
inspect
check
research
HOSTESS: Certainly. I'll be back in a second... You're in luck! Someone just cancelled their
reservation!
YOU: That's great! Thank you very much _______________.

help
for the research
for your help

topic: Restaurant related words/phrases 2 (Ordering)
WAITER: Hi and welcome to Roberto's. Are you ready to order?
YOU: Not yet, _____________, please
give us a second
more time
more time is needed
WAITER: No problem. I'll be back in a couple of minutes.... (AFTER A COUPLE OF

MINUTES) What would you like to order?
YOU: How big are your _____________?
foods
portions
plates
WAITER: Very big, you'll definitely get full :)
YOU: Perfect. And what does each order _____________ ( = include)?
come to
come by
come with
WAITER: Each order includes fries or a salad.
YOU: OK. ____________ the chicken breast, and for my wife... the trout.
Bring me
I'll have
Get
WAITER: Great. And would you like fries or salad with that?
YOU: Fries _____________ and a salad for my wife.
for me
I will have
me
WAITER: All right. I'll be right back with your order.

topic: Restaurant related words/phrases - Conversation 3 (Ordering)
WAITER: Would you like something to drink?
YOU: Yes, _____________ do you have?
beer
I'll have a beer
what kind of beer
WAITER: We have Budweiser, Miller, and Rolling Rock in bottles.
YOU: One Rolling Rock and one Budweiser, please... oh, and a _____________ of water.
glass
plate
vase
WAITER: Alright. And... are you guys ready to order food, or should I give you couple of
minutes?
YOU: We're ready. One ____________ of the grilled calamari, and one _____________ of
the fried shrimp, please.
number
item
order
WAITER: And would you like fries with that?
YOU: Can we get a salad ____________?

still
instead
inside
WAITER: Yes... or for $1 more you can get both...
YOU: Perfect, let's ________________. Fries and salad with both.
do
do that
make it
WAITER: It shouldn't take too long.

topic: Restaurant related words/phrases 4 (Ordering)
WAITER: Are you ready to order?
YOU: Yes, we can't decide... what do you _____________?
say
decide
recommend
WAITER: Well, our specialty is the Seafood Platter... it includes four different kinds of
seafood...
YOU: Oh, no, I can't eat that... I'm _____________ to seafood! Anything else?
allergic
allergy
an allergy
WAITER: Hmm... Well, the Grilled Chicken is also quite good.
YOU: Perfect, we'll have two orders of that. It's not too _____________, is it?
mild
cold
spicy
WAITER: No, it's pretty mild. And what would you like to drink?
YOU: What kind of ____________ do you have?
water
juice
drinks
WAITER: Orange, mango, and pineapple.
YOU: Two pineapple juices please. Oh... and an ___________.
ash
ashtray
ash plate
WAITER: I'm sorry, but smoking is not allowed in the restaurant.

topic: Restaurant related words/phrases 5 (Eating a meal)
WAITER: Is everything alright?
YOU: Yes, that was a really great _____________. We both loved it.
food
plate
meal
WAITER: I'm glad you liked it. Is there anything else I can get you?
YOU: Yes, two coffees... and do you have a _____________ ?
dessert description page
dessert menu
menu for sweet things
WAITER: Certainly. I'll be right back with that.
YOU: Oh, and be sure to give our _____________ to the chef... The meal was fantastic.
compliments
good news
tidings
WAITER: I'll be sure to do that. (THE WAITER COMES BACK WITH THE MENUS) Here you
go.
YOU: Thanks. Is the cheesecake ___________?
well
good
satisfactory
WAITER: Yes, it's very tasty. Our customers usually love it.
YOU: OK. Bring us two ____________, please.
parts
cuts
pieces

topic: Restaurant related words/phrases 6 (Eating a meal - bad service)
WAITER: Is everything alright?
YOU: Well, no, actually the soup is a little cold... Could you ask them to _____________ for
me?
heat it up
make it hot
bake it up
WAITER: Sure. I'll be right back with that.
YOU: Oh, and I asked for a salad, _____________...
but fries came
not fries
instead it's fries
WAITER: I'm sorry about that, I'll get your salad as well.
YOU: One last thing, I asked for a Coke about 15 minutes _____________.
from now
time
ago
WAITER: Yes, I totally forgot about that. It's a very busy time now.
(10 MINUTES LATER)
YOU: ___________, I'm still waiting for my Coke.
You
Excuse me
Do you hear me
WAITER: Oh, right! I'll get that for you right away...
YOU: ___________ (= forget about it), we're leaving.
Never mind
Never before
Now or never

topic: Restaurant related words/phrases 7 (Finishing a meal/paying)
WAITER: Can I get you anything else?
YOU: _____________ check/bill, please.
Only a
The only
Just the
WAITER: Sure. I'll be right back with that... Did you want to pay separately?
YOU: No, you can _____________ on one check/bill.
everything
put it all
write for
WAITER: (BRINGS THE CHECK) There you go. Thanks.
YOU: Excuse me, do we pay here or _____________?
cash
near the cash register
at the cash register
WAITER: You can pay me.
YOU: OK, and the _____________ isn't included in the check, correct?
tip
tape
tipper
WAITER: No, sir, it isn't.
YOU: (YOU GIVE THE MONEY TO THE WAITER) There you go. Thanks. You've been very
______________.
help
helpful
helpless

topic: Restaurant/Eating out - Talking about things you like/don't like 1
Choose the correct words/phrases to tell someone that you LIKE or DON'T LIKE something:
1) I love this meal. It's very _________________!
tasty
bland
2) I don't eat meat. I'm a _________________.
carnivore
vegetarian
3) I can't eat _________________ food. I'm on a diet.

spicy
greasy/fatty
4) I love _________________ food, but my husband likes bland food.
spicy
simple
5) This meal is _________________! My compliments to the chef.
fantastic
awful
6) I love the service here. It's very _________________.
rude
professional
7) This restaurant is too noisy. I'm looking for somewhere more _________________.
quiet
loud
8) That was perfect! I'm _________________.
hungry
full
9) I want to order something else. I'm still _________________.
full
hungry
10) That was a great meal! I thought the fish was prepared _________________.
perfectly
badly
ENGLISH/TOURISM
topic: At the bar - Ordering drinks 1
conversation:
BARTENDER: What can I get you?
YOU: Hi. What beer do you have ______________?
in a barrel
in a flow
on tap
BARTENDER: Miller and Foster's.
YOU: I'll have a Foster's, please. Can I run a _____________?
later
tab
payment
BARTENDER: No, you'll have to pay as you go.
YOU: No problem. How much ______________?
payment
cash
do I owe you
BARTENDER: $2 dollars, please.
YOU: Wow! That's ____________!
cheap
less
trivial
BARTENDER: It's happy hour. Draught beer is half price until 8:00 PM.
YOU: Great! And do you _______________ food here?
give
serve
offer
BARTENDER: Only bar snacks... Would you like some peanuts?

topic: EATING/RESTAURANTS: Fast-food vocabulary
Write the correct word to describe what is being shown in each picture. Choose from the list
on the right:
hot dog
onion rings
packets
straws
popcorn
fries
combo
burger
sub
vending
buffet
soft drink
1. I'd like some .
2. I'd like a .
3. I'll have a .
4. I'll have a meal.
5.
6.
7. I'll have a .
8. machine
9.
10. of ketchup
11.
12.

topic: SHOPPING/BUYING THINGS | Typical conversation practice 1
conversation:
CLERK: Can I help you find something?
YOU: Yes, do you have this dress in _____________?
bigger
larger
a bigger size
CLERK: What size are you looking for?
YOU: Size 6... But if you have a size 8, I'll _______________ as well.
try it on
try to
try for it
CLERK: OK, let me check in the back... (COMES BACK) There you go... I found the dress in
a size 8...
YOU: Thanks. Where are your ____________ rooms?
fitting
trying
trying-on
CLERK: Just around the corner... Let me know if you need anything else.
(YOU TRY ON THE DRESS)
CLERK: So how did that fit?
CLERK: Not too good... I think I need a ____________ size.
less
smaller
not so big
CLERK: That's the smallest size we have in that color... Would you like me to look for
another color?
YOU: No, I like this color... Thanks ____________.
anytime
anyway
always
conversation:
STORE CLERK: Can I help you find something?
YOU: Yes, does this scarf _____________ in yellow?
arrive
have
come
STORE CLERK: No we don't have it in yellow... only in black, red, and orange.
YOU: Oh, OK. And it's _______________, right?
being sold
on sale
on discount
STORE CLERK: Yes, it is. All our scarves and hats are 20% off today and tomorrow.
YOU: And ____________ the gloves?
what
what if
what about
STORE CLERK: They're normal price.
YOU: These gloves don't have a ____________. How much are they?
price tag
paper
information
STORE CLERK: Those are... $15.99.
YOU: OK, I'll ____________... Could you wrap them up for me? They're a present.
take
take them
purchase
TRAVEL ENGLISH
conversation:
YOU: _____________ these postcards?
How much money
How much
How much are
CLERK: They're 5 for $2.
YOU: _____________.
I only need two
I buy two
It's two I need
CLERK: If you buy them individually, they're $0.50 each.
YOU: OK. I'll take these two. Do you sell any _______________ here?
remembrances
remembers
souvenirs
CLERK: Yes, we do. We've got some mugs, fridge magnets, and more... they're right over
there. Is there anything in particular you're looking for?
YOU: Yes, my mother ____________ plates with names of cities. Do you have any?
gathers
collects
takes
CLERK: Hmm... no, we don't. But there's a store just down the street that sells those.
YOU: What's ____________ of that store?
called
the name
named
CLERK: It's called "Empire State Souvenirs". It's just down the street to your right.

topic: Shopping - English practice for shopping (Q + A)
Write the LETTER of the response (from the list on the right) to each of the following
questions/comments. Choose the best, most logical response:
a: I'm sorry, we only have that shirt in black.

b: No, but we'll be getting some more tomorrow.
c: I can exchange that for you.
d: No, we don't, but we have a mirror.
e: No, the one on the right is more expensive.
f: Yes, we accept all major credit cards.
g: Yes, we accept that currency.
h: Yes, we can ship your purchased products anywhere in the world.
i: Yes, we have another store a couple of blocks away from here.
j: Yes, I'll give you a coin, because it's for customers only.
j
1. Do you have a restroom?
2. Do you have this in blue?
3. I bought this yesterday, but it's too big.
4. Do you have any more of these bags?
5. Do you have fitting rooms?
6. Are these two wallets the same price?
7. Can you send these things to my address in Japan?
8. Do you accept Master Card?
9. Is there another branch that might have that jacket?
10. Can I pay with US dollars?

topic: Shopping - English practice for shopping (Q + A) 2
a: 8%
b: Yes, I can put it on hold for two hours.
c: No, but there's a convenience store that sells groceries.
d: About two hours.
e: Yes, we have refrigerator magnets and coffee cups.
f: OK, but only by a couple of dollars.
g: Yes, I put it in your bag.
h: No, it comes with a universal power source.
i: Each item has a price tag underneath.
j: Yes, all the ties are on sale.
f
1. Can you lower the price a little?
2. Are all of these on sale?
3. Do I have to buy a converter for this computer?
4. How much is tax here?
5. Do you sell souvenirs?
6. How much is this?
7. How much time will it take to make this?
8. Can you set this aside for me?
9. Did you give me my receipt?
10. Is there a supermarket around here?
Clear Answ ers

topic: SHOPPING VOCABULARY: ANTONYMS - Describing items 1
Write the antonym of each of the highlighted words. Choose from the list on the right:
big
expensive
loose
dirty
old
long
heavy
hard
cold
dry
1. This cup is . Do you have aclean one?
2. This rug looks . Do you have anew one?
3. This bicycle is . Do you have one that's lighter?
4. These sleeves are too . I prefershort sleeves.
5. This pillow is . Do you have asofter one?
6. That car is too . I like smallcars.
7. These pants are too tight. I usually wear pants.
8. This bowl is wet. Do you have a one?
9. This robe is cheap. The other one was too .
10. This can of Coke is warm. Do you have a one?

topic: SHOPPING: English practice for shopping 1
Write the correct word (from the list on the right)to complete each sentence/description:
gloves
boots
jeans
jacket
skirt
cap
hat
shoes
boxers
shirt
belt
1. I am looking for a .
2. These are on sale.
3. This is too short.
4. These fit me well.
5. I need a new baseball .
6. This t- is too big.
7. Do you sell ?
8. This is on sale.
9. Do you sell ?
10. I need a new .
11. These are too small.
Clear Answ ers

Write the correct word (from the list on the right)to complete each sentence/description:
rug
necklace
bracelet
dress
socks
watch
scarf
keychain
sunglasses
pot
1. I am looking for a .
2. This is on sale.
3. This is too short.

4. These are on sale.
5. That's a beautiful .
6. This is on sale.
7. Do you sell ?
8. That is hand-made.
9. That is beautiful.
10. I need a .

Write the correct word (from the list on the right) to complete each sentence/description:
laptop
mobile phone
hammock
map
kindle
book
magnet
spices
bell
cup
1. How much is this ?
2. This will be perfect for my collection.
3. This is on sale.
4. This is inexpensive.
5. This is used to read e-books.
6. This is on sale.
7. Can I buy a of London?

8. How much are these ?
9. That is not cheap.
10. This makes a nice gift.

Write the correct word (from the list on the right) to complete each sentence/description:
backpack
plush toy
purse
camera
sword
pen
racquet
bicycle
vase
mirror
1. How much is this ?
2. This will be perfect for my collection.

3. This is on sale.
4. This is inexpensive.
5. This makes a great gift.
6. This is on sale.
7. I need to buy a .
8. This is expensive.
9. That is inexpensive.
10. I would like buy a like this one.

topic: TRANSPORTATION VOCABULARY - Modes of transportation 1
Complete the sentence "We're going there ________________." with one of words from the
list on the right.
train
plane
boat
tram
foot
bus
helicopter
bicycle
car
motorcycle
1. by
2. by
3. by
4. by
5. by
6. on
7. by
8. by
9. by
10. by
English for tourists

topic: BUYING TICKETS (train/bus tickets) - Questions and answers
this answer?
1) ANSWER: It's the standard charge for the seat reservation.
QUESTION:
Why did you charge me €5 more?
Did you give me back my change?
Do I have to change trains?
2) ANSWER: No, only regular seats.

QUESTION:
How much is the ticket?
Does this train have sleeper seats?
3) ANSWER: Yes, it's 10% cheaper if you have your International Student Card.
QUESTION:
Can I get a student discount?
Is there a discount for seniors?
Is there another train to London today?
4) ANSWER: No, it's a direct train.

QUESTION:
Does this train have sleeper seats?
How much is the ticket?
5) ANSWER: No, we'll put them in the bus' baggage compartment.

QUESTION:
Did you find my bag?
Do I have to bring my bags on the bus?
Is this the only bus station in this city?
6) ANSWER: Yes, there are three stops before that station.

QUESTION:
Is this the only bus station in this city?
Are there any buses going to Charleston today?
Does the bus stop anywhere before the central bus station?
7) ANSWER: Yes, if it's not expired, you'll get back 70% of the ticket price.
QUESTION:
Can I get a refund ( = money back) for an unused ticket?
Can I get a discount if I buy my ticket in advance?

Do you have a schedule I could look at?
8) ANSWER: If you buy your ticket one week in advance, it'll be 20% cheaper.
QUESTION:
Can I get a discount if I buy my ticket in advance?
Can I get a refund ( = money back) for an unused ticket?
Do you have a schedule I could look at?
9) ANSWER: Yes, there's one at 10:00 AM, and another at 5:45 PM.
QUESTION:
Can I get off before the central bus station?
Are there any buses going to Charleston today?
Is this the only bus station in town?
10) ANSWER: No, they leave from Victoria Station.

QUESTION:
How much is a ticket to Brussels?
How long is the trip to Brussels?
Do trains to Brussels leave from this station?

topic: Transportation/General vocabulary (Q + A) 2
a: No, you have to transfer in Birmingham.

b: Yes, you can, but all refunds are subject to a 10% administrative fee.
c: No, I'm sorry, that flight is fully booked.
d: Yes, but there's a $100 charge for transporting pets.
e: No, you have to go to one of the counters around the corner.
f: You'll have to go to the "lost luggage" section upstairs.
g: Children under 5 years old travel free of charge.
h: No, I'm sorry, that bag is too big to bring aboard.
i: Yes, there's a 10% discount if you have an International Student Card
j: No, it's 15 minutes late.
d
1. Can I bring my cat on the flight if she's in a carrier?
2. Can I get one ticket for the 9:00 PM flight to New York City?
3. How much is the ticket for my four year old son?
4. Is there a student discount?
5. Can I return this ticket?

6. Is the train to Glasgow on time?
7. My bag didn't arrive with my flight.
8. Can I bring this bag on the bus with me?
9. Is this a direct train to Coventry?
10. Is this the line for Singapore Airlines?
Clear Answ ers

topic: Transportation/General vocabulary (Q + A) 2
a: No, you have to transfer in Birmingham.

b: Yes, you can, but all refunds are subject to a 10% administrative fee.
c: No, I'm sorry, that flight is fully booked.
d: Yes, but there's a $100 charge for transporting pets.
e: No, you have to go to one of the counters around the corner.
f: You'll have to go to the "lost luggage" section upstairs.
g: Children under 5 years old travel free of charge.
h: No, I'm sorry, that bag is too big to bring aboard.
i: Yes, there's a 10% discount if you have an International Student Card
j: No, it's 15 minutes late.
d
1. Can I bring my cat on the flight if she's in a carrier?
2. Can I get one ticket for the 9:00 PM flight to New York City?
3. How much is the ticket for my four year old son?
4. Is there a student discount?
5. Can I return this ticket?
6. Is the train to Glasgow on time?
7. My bag didn't arrive with my flight.
8. Can I bring this bag on the bus with me?

9. Is this a direct train to Coventry?
10. Is this the line for Singapore Airlines?

topic: Buying tickets 2 (plane, train, bus)
Choose the correct, most natural-sounding response according to the context of the
conversation:
YOU: Hello. _____________ two tickets to Boston, please, for the

5:00 PM bus.
Would I purchase
Could I give
Could I get
CLERK: Sure. That'll be $100.
YOU: Oh, I thought these tickets were _____________?
low
on sale
so expensive
CLERK: They are, but only when you book two weeks in advance.
YOU: OK, no problem... I'll take them. How much ____________ they were?
did you pay
did you sell
did you say
CLERK: $100. You did want one-way tickets, not round-trip, right?
YOU: That's right. Can I pay by ______________?
credit card
credit
a credit
CLERK: No, I'm sorry, we only accept cash.

YOU: OK, could you tell me where the nearest ________________ ( = cash machine) is?
VIP
ATM
KLM
CLERK: There's one in the bank across the street from here.
TRAVEL PHRASES (learn and practice)

topic: Buying tickets 3 (plane, train, bus)
conversation:
YOU: Hello. _____________ a one-way ticket to Singapore, please.
I'd like to buy
I purchase
I can buy
CLERK: Alright. And when would you like to leave?
YOU: _____________ Monday if possible.
Following
Next
Coming
CLERK: So, the 22nd of May... We have a flight at 7:30 AM. It's $450... should I go ahead
and book it for you?
YOU: Yes, ______________, please book it.
perfection
is perfect
that's perfect
CLERK: OK... and your name?
YOU: It's David Boreanaz. Would you like me to ______________ my last name for you?
letter
spell
number
CLERK: Yes, please.
YOU: B-O-R-E-A-N-A-Z. And when does the flight ______________ ( = arrive in)
Singapore?
get in to
get up at
get up to
CLERK: Let me check... It arrives in Singapore at 2:00 PM local time.

topic: Buying tickets 4 (ferry/boat)
conversation:
YOU: Hello. _____________?
When can the next ferry to Calais leave
When would the following ferry to Calais leave
When does the next ferry to Calais leave
CLERK: At 10:45. Would you like to buy tickets.
YOU: Yes, _____________?
how much it is
how much are they
how much cash
CLERK: The tickets are £100 each way.
YOU: OK, _____________, please.
we'll take three
can we give three
we can take three
CLERK: Are you driving? Or do you have bicycles you'll be taking on the ferry?
YOU: No, we're ______________.

no bicycle
on foot
walk
CLERK: Here are your tickets. That'll be £300 in total.
YOU: (HANDING THE CASHIER THE MONEY) ______________.
Money.
Here is.
Here you go.

topic: TRAINS/TAKING TRAINS - Talking about problems, etc.
Choose the correct word (from the list on the right) to complete each of the following
sentences:
sleeper
lost
completely
missed
platform
car
student
lavatories
cash
delay
1) I don't have my identification card.
2) I don't have any . Can I pay by credit card?
3) I my ticket.
4) I my train.
5) We can't find the that our train leaves from.
6) Are the occupied?
7) I asked for a seat because I like to sleep on trains.
8) My window won't close ( = all the way). Can you fix it?
9) Why is there such a long ?
10) I'm hungry. Is there a restaurant on this train?
English travel phrases (practice exercise)

topic: DRIVING 1 (At the gas station)
conversation:
GAS STATION ATTENDANT: What can I do for you.
YOU: Fill it up, please... Hey, ______________ is Philadelphia from here?
how long
how far
where
GAS STATION ATTENDANT: It's about 100 miles from here.
YOU: What's ______________ to get there?
the best way
best
a way
GAS STATION ATTENDANT: Take the 95. That will take you all the way to
Philadelphia.
YOU: Thanks. Is the 95 a ______________ highway?
paying
toll
cash
GAS STATION ATTENDANT: No, it's free. Would you like me to clean your windshield?
YOU: Yes, please... And could you check my _____________ as well?
oil
liquid
container
GAS STATION ATTENDANT: All right... All done. That'll be $46.75.
YOU: Here you go. _____________.
Keep the money
Keep it for yourself
Keep the change
NGLISH FOR TOURISTS

topic: DRIVING - Problems, etc.
Write the correct word (from the list on the right) to complete each of the following sentences:
reserved
ran
dead
noise
drunk
license
tire
boost
accident
locked
1) I got a flat .
2) This isn't the car I online.
3) I my keys in my car.
4) I out of gas.
5) I got into an .
6) My car is making a lot of .
7) My battery is .
8) Can you give me a ? = Can you help me recharge my battery?
9) I don't have an international driver's .
10) I never drive when I'm .

Clear Answ ers

topic: SIGHTSEEING VOCABULARY (Definitions) 1
Match the following definitions with the following words: guide, zoo, bridge, castle, bus,
landmark, cruise, discount, museum, amusement park.
A building that is historically important =
A structure that spans a river =
A place where animals are kept =
A vehicle that is used for transportation (on land) =
A place with rides, shows, and other entertainment =
A person who tells you about the importance of historic buildings, etc. =
A reduction in the price of a ticket =
A voyage (usually as a holiday/vacation) on a ship =
A place where one can see art =
A solid structure that was usually fortified against an attack = .

Match the following definitions with the following words: ruins, translator, architecture,
era, brochure, facade, attraction, to book, exhibition, view.
A range of sight or vision; a vista =
The art of designing buildings =
A pamphlet with information about something =

Something that is interesting for tourists =
The front of a building =
A collection of works of art =
A person who renders something into another language =
A period; An epoch =
The remains of a building, structure, etc. =
To reserve = .
Match the following definitions with the following words: artefact, cinema, prison,
neighborhood, downtown, royal, contemporary, performance, square, port.
The central part of a city (especially an American or Canadian city) =
A place where one can see ships, fishermen, etc. =
An open area or plaza of a city =
Pertaining to or belonging to kings and queens =
A place where one can watch movies =
A man-made object, like a tool, a work of art, etc. =
Modern =
A show, concert, etc. =
A region of a city =
A place where people convicted of crimes go = .

Match the following definitions with the following words: park, run down, renovated,
under construction, highlight, extras, theater, cathedral, display, walking tour .
Additional items =
Sightseeing on foot =
A public green area in a city, used for recreation =
Currently being built or repaired =
Brought back to its former state =
In bad shape; falling apart =
A place where one can see a play or another type of performance =
A church =
A very important or outstanding part of something =
An exhibit; a presentation of something in open view = .

Match the following definitions with the following words: tower, commentary, palace,
canal, cable car, mosque, synagogue, vintage, optional, market.
A place of worship for Jews =
A spoken (audio) description of something =
A place of worship for Muslims =
A tall, narrow building =
Antique style; old style =
Something you don't have to do =
A place where one buys and sells fruit, vegetables, and many other things =
The official residence of a royal person =
The way to travel up and down a mountain =
An artificial waterway = .

topic: SIGHTSEEING - Conversations while sightseeing 1
conversation:
YOU: Hello. What time ______________ the museum close today?
when
then
does
MUSEUM WORKER: The museum closes at 7:00 PM.
YOU: And what time _______________ tomorrow?
does it open
it opens
opening
MUSEUM WORKER: The museum opens at 9:00 AM.
YOU: And _______________ is the admission?
what money
what cost
how much
MUSEUM WORKER: The admission fee is $8... $5 if you're a student.
YOU: And are there any special exhibitions _______________ ( = happening) right now?
off
on
at
MUSEUM WORKER: Yes, there's a special exhibition of Edward Hopper's early paintings.
YOU: Is this ________________ in the price of admission?
a cost
included
with
MUSEUM WORKER: No, there's a separate $5 charge for the exhibition.

conversation:
YOU: Hi, do you have any free ______________ of the city?
carts
maps
cards
TOURIST INFORMATION CENTER WORKER: Yes, we do... And we also have a free
information booklet.
YOU: Great. Could we ____________ please?
have one
make it
give one
TOURIST INFORMATION CENTER WORKER: Sure, here you go.
YOU: We're only here for one day. What ____________ that we see?
you say
do you recommend
do you want
TOURIST INFORMATION CENTER WORKER: Well, you can walk down Crescent
Street. It has some beautiful historic architecture, and some good museums. Actually, that
whole neighborhood is very interesting...
YOU: What's that neighborhood _______________?
called
said
known
TOURIST INFORMATION CENTER WORKER: Uptown.. When you go out, just turn
right and in about three blocks you'll come to Crescent Street.
YOU: Great! We'll ________________ it out. Oh, one more thing, could we use your
bathroom?
look
take
check
TOURIST INFORMATION CENTER WORKER: Of course.

conversation:
YOU: Does the ______________ leave from here?
sightseeing voyage
sightseeing journey
sightseeing tour
OTHER TOURIST: Yes, I think so. We're just waiting for the tour guide to arrive.
YOU: Isn't the tour ____________ to start at 4:30?
made
supposed
have
OTHER TOURIST: Yes, it is. I guess the tour guide is running a little late...
(5 MINUTES LATER)
TOUR GUIDE: I'm sorry everyone, the 4:30 PM tour has been cancelled. We're having
some mechanical problems with our bus.
YOU: So there won't be ____________ tours today?
another
the
any more
TOUR GUIDE: I'm not sure right now. We'll have to wait and see...
YOU: How long ______________?
do we have to wait
to wait
is the waiting
TOUR GUIDE: I'm not sure. They're fixing the bus right now. If they don't fix it in 30
minutes, I'll give all of you your money back.
YOU: And how long does ______________ once it starts?
the last tour
the tour last
the time
TOUR GUIDE: About one hour.

Sightseeing | Typical questions and answers 1
this answer?
1) ANSWER: 1927.
QUESTION:
When was this building constructed?
Who painted this?
What time does the tour start?
2) ANSWER: Leonardo Da Vinci.

QUESTION:
What year is this painting from?

Who painted this?
3) ANSWER: Two hours.

QUESTION:
What year is this painting from?
What time does the tour start?
4) ANSWER: I'm sorry, but pets are not allowed.

QUESTION:
How much are tickets for children?
Can I bring my dog on the bus?
5) ANSWER: $14 dollars.

QUESTION:
What time do you close today?
How much are tickets for children?
Can I bring my dog on the tour?
6) ANSWER: It's the old courthouse.

QUESTION:
Do you have guided tours?
What is this building?
7) ANSWER: No, we have them in English only.

QUESTION:
Do you have these brochures in Japanese?
Do you speak Japanese?
Do you have guided tours?
8) ANSWER: From the corner or Washington St. and 6th Ave.

QUESTION:
Where does the tour depart from?
What's this neighborhood called?
How much is the tour?
9) ANSWER: Yes, you can, it's in the back.

QUESTION:
Can you take a photo of us?
Can I use your restroom?
Do you speak Spanish?
10) ANSWER: Sure.

QUESTION:
Where are the restrooms?
When does the next boat-tour begin?
Can you take a photo of us?

topic: SIGHTSEEING: Common terms/expressions
Write the correct word to complete each sightseeing-related question in English:
1. Is this painting (by/from) Picasso?
2. Can you (take/make) a photo of me?
3. Are the restrooms in the (deep/back) ?
4. Is this map (free/priceless) ?
5. When does the next tour (start/starting) ?
6. Is there a (sale/discount) for seniors?
7. Is there a tourist (knowledge/information) center around here?
8. Do you have any (bilingual/bi-language) brochures?
9. Is the museum (open/working) on Mondays?
10. Do you have an (ear/audio) guide?

topic: MEETING PEOPLE - Conversation 1
conversation:
TOM SIKORSKI: Hi, How are you?
YOU: Good, thanks. How are you? Are you also _____________ at this hotel?
staying
traveling
sleeping
TOM SIKORSKI: Yes, my wife and I are staying here. Where are you from?
YOU: I'm from Japan. _____________ ?
What are you
What about you
Where are you
TOM SIKORSKI: I'm from Poland. How do you like Miami?
YOU: I ____________ very much. The weather is fantastic!
enjoy
am lovely
like it
TOM SIKORSKI: Yes, it is. Are you traveling alone?
YOU: No, I'm here with my wife ____________.
equal
as well
equally
TOM SIKORSKI: Well, it was nice to meet you. My name is Tom, by the way...
YOU: Nice to meet you, Tom. I'm Hiro. Enjoy ____________ of your stay!
the rest
the remains
what's left
TOM SIKORSKI: Thanks, Hiro. Take care!

SURVIVAL ENGLISH FOR TOURISTS
topic: MEETING PEOPLE - Conversation 2
conversation:
MARY ROGERS: Hi, can I help you find something?
YOU: Yes, I'm looking for the Guggenheim Museum... but I think I'm _____________.
gone
confused
lost
MARY ROGERS: Oh! I'm going to the Guggenheim Museum. I'll show you where it is.
YOU: Thank you! I really _____________ that.
thank
appreciate
approve
MARY ROGERS: My name is Mary, by the way. Where are you from?
YOU: I'm _____________. My name is Adriana.
from Italy
Italy
from Italian
MARY ROGERS: Nice to meet you, Adriana. Are you studying here?
YOU: No, I'm just here ____________.
vacation time
on vacation
with a vacation
MARY ROGERS: And how do you like New York?
YOU: I like it ____________. It's a very interesting place.

much
very
very much

topic: TALKING TO PEOPLE - Making small talk 1
conversation:
ALEJANDRO: Excuse me, is the City Museum around here?
YOU: I don't know. I don't _____________ here.
have a house
visit
live
ALEJANDRO: Oh! Where are you from?
YOU: I'm from South Africa... I'm here ______________ holiday.
on
with
of
ALEJANDRO: I'm not from here either. I'm from Argentina. I'm studying at the university.
YOU: Oh, yeah? What ______________?
are you learning
do you learn
are you studying
ALEJANDRO: Architecture... What about you? Are you a student?
YOU: No, I ____________ last year. I studied Nursing.
ended
graduated
diploma
ALEJANDRO: That's a really good profession. There's a lot of demand for it these days.
YOU: Yes, it's hard work, but I find it very ____________. I like helping people.
forwarding
rewarding
up
TRAVEL ENGLISH
topic: TALKING TO PEOPLE (about your age, family, etc.) 1
Choose the correct word(s) to complete each sentence:
1) You look much _________________ than you are.
young
younger
2) I'll _________________ next month.
be 25
have 25
3) My grandfather _________________ away ( = died) last month.
went
passed
4) I'm _________________. My husband is a doctor.
engaged
married
5) I'm the youngest of my _________________ ( = brothers and sisters).
siblings
offspring
6) I'm _________________. I'm getting married next May.
married
engaged
7) I live _________________.
alone
lonely
8) I don't have any _________________.
children
child
9) I have two _________________. We live in a three bedroom apartment.
inhabitants
roommates
10) _________________ is your son?
How many years
How old

topic: TALKING TO PEOPLE - Saying goodbye 1
conversation:
ALEJANDRO: Well, it was a pleasure meeting you.
YOU: _____________! I had a great time talking to you.
Same
Also
Likewise
ALEJANDRO: If you ever visit Argentina, please let me know...
YOU: Absolutely... Give me your e-mail address. We'll keep _____________.
touching
in touch
with a touch
ALEJANDRO: I'd like that...
YOU: And thanks for ______________...
buy me lunch
purchasing lunch
buying me lunch
ALEJANDRO: No problem... Anyway, enjoy the rest of your trip...
YOU: You too! ____________ at university!
Good luck
Good fortune
Lots of good fortune
ALEJANDRO: Thanks... Have a safe trip back.
YOU: Thank you. Bye... ____________!
With care
Take care
Care for it
topic: ASKING FOR DIRECTIONS 1
conversation:
YOU: Pardon me, is there a bank around ______________?
near
close
here
PERSON ON STREET: Yeah, there's one on this street, just keep walking straight for two
blocks and you'll see it.
YOU: Which ______________ of the street is it on?
part
side
location
PERSON ON STREET: It's on this side... Are you looking for a particular bank?
YOU: No, ______________ bank will do. I just need to exchange some money.
any
no
such a
PERSON ON STREET: Oh... You know there's also a currency exchange place not too far
from here...
YOU: Oh there is? How do I _____________?
come to
get there
get
PERSON ON STREET: It's just one block past the bank that I told you about. When you
come to the bank, just keep going straight.
YOU: Perfect. Thanks ___________ help!
to
for some
for your

topic: ASKING FOR DIRECTIONS 2
conversation:
YOU: Pardon me, do you _____________ Emilio's Restaurant is?
recognize where
know where
know some
PERSON ON STREET: Emilio's... Isn't that on Beverly?
YOU: I'm not sure. ______________ it was around here.
Someone told me
I said
You can say

PERSON ON STREET: Yeah, I know the place... It is on Beverly. OK, you have to turn
around and drive that way... and when you get to Beverly Blvd, turn right.
YOU: So, I have to make a ______________ and go back the other way?
U-turnaround
U-turn
U-maneuver
PERSON ON STREET: Yes, until you get to Beverly Blvd.
YOU: And how many _____________ is that from here?
blocks
squares
stops
PERSON ON STREET: I'm not sure, but it's about 1 mile, more or less.
YOU: And then I ___________ on Beverly?
make a left
make for the right
make a right
PERSON ON STREET: No, then you turn LEFT on Beverly... And you'll see the restaurant
on your left.

topic: ASKING FOR DIRECTIONS - General terms/phrases 1
Choose the correct words/phrases to correctly complete the following QUESTION and
ANSWER pairs:
1) Q: Do I keep going _________________? A: No, you have to turn at the next

intersection.
straight
left
2) Q: Do I turn right at the next set of lights? A: No, turn _________________.
straight
left
3) Q: Is it too far to walk there? A: Yes, you'll have to take a _________________.

bus
walk
4) Q: Can you show me where it is on the _________________? A: Sure, it's right here.
cart
map
5) Q: Is the post office next to the bank? A: No, it's _________________ the bank.
across from
across
6) Q: Do I take the next _________________? A: No, take the one after that.
leave
exit
7) Q: Am I going the right _________________? A: Yes, you are.
direction
way
8) Q: Am I going in the right _________________? A: No, you have to turn around.
way
direction
9) Q: Is this the _________________ to Indianapolis? A: No, you're on the wrong highway.
way/road
point
10) Q: Where's the _________________ gas station/bank/hotel, etc.? A: It's about 2 blocks
from here.
near
nearest

topic: ASKING FOR DIRECTIONS - General terms/phrases 1
Choose the correct words/phrases to correctly complete the following QUESTION and
ANSWER pairs:
1) Q: Do I keep going _________________? A: No, you have to turn at the next

intersection.
straight
left
2) Q: Do I turn right at the next set of lights? A: No, turn _________________.
straight
left
3) Q: Is it too far to walk there? A: Yes, you'll have to take a _________________.
bus
walk
4) Q: Can you show me where it is on the _________________? A: Sure, it's right here.
cart
map
5) Q: Is the post office next to the bank? A: No, it's _________________ the bank.
across from
across
6) Q: Do I take the next _________________? A: No, take the one after that.
leave
exit
7) Q: Am I going the right _________________? A: Yes, you are.
direction
way
8) Q: Am I going in the right _________________? A: No, you have to turn around.
way
direction
9) Q: Is this the _________________ to Indianapolis? A: No, you're on the wrong highway.
way/road
point
10) Q: Where's the _________________ gas station/bank/hotel, etc.? A: It's about 2 blocks
from here.
near
nearest
ENGLISH/TOURISM
topic: HEALTH/Seeing a doctor - Conversation 1
conversation:
DOCTOR: What seems to be the problem?
YOU: I haven't been feeling well... I have been _____________ ( = vomiting) for the past
12 hours.
throwing
discharging
throwing up
DOCTOR: I see... And do you have a fever?
YOU: Yes, I checked my _____________ two hours ago. It was 101 (38.5 c.)
tab
temperature
payment
DOCTOR: Hmmm.... Sounds like you got food poisoning. Does your body feel sore?
YOU: Yes, my body does ______________ a little.
pain
cash
hurt
DOCTOR: OK. I'm going to prescribe an antibiotic... Penicillin...
YOU: I'm ____________ to Penicillin... Could you prescribe another one?
allergic
sick
reacting
DOCTOR: Oh, OK. I'll prescribe another one... Take one pill every six hours, drink plenty of
water, and stay in bed for the next 24 hours.
YOU: Thank you, doctor! Where can I buy _______________?
this pill
these pills
some medication
DOCTOR: There's a pharmacy right next to the clinic.

topic: HEALTH - What's wrong?
Choose the correct word to complete each of the following sentences:
1) I lost my (glasses/glass).
2) I have a (fever/heat).
3) I need to (refill/redo) my prescription.
4) I feel (dizzy/unclear).
5) Her face is (swollen/larger).
6) My husband got a bad (sunburn/roast).
7) I have been (coughing/cough) all night.
8) My son feels (better/good) than he did yesterday.
9) My daughter has been (vomiting/releasing) for four hours.
10) I think I (sprained/stained) my ankle.
11) My wife got a (rash/red) on her arm.
12) I (injured/pained) ( = hurt) myself skiing.
topic: SAFETY/CRIME - What's wrong?

Choose the correct word to complete each of the following sentences:
1) I was (stolen/robbed).
2) Someone (stole/robbed) my passport.
3) That man (hit/swung) me.

4) We need an (ambulance/cart).
5) It's an (emergency/urgent)!
6) I'm going to call the (police/officer).
7) Leave me (lonely/alone) !
8) (Help/Assistance)!
9) Officer, could you (aid/help) me please?
10) Is it (safe/secure) to walk at night in this neighborhood?

Questions Travel

Uploaded by

Document Information

Original Description:

Copyright

Available Formats

Share this document

Share or Embed Document

Sharing Options

Did you find this document useful?

Is this content inappropriate?

Copyright:

Available Formats

Questions Travel

Uploaded by

Copyright:

Available Formats

ENGLISH FOR TOURISTS

topic: At the airport 1 (Looking for the check-in desk)

YOU: Hi, where's the check-in ________________ for American Airlines?

AIRPORT WORKER: That's in terminal 2. This is terminal 1.

YOU: Is there a ________________ that goes between terminals?

AIRPORT WORKER: Yes, there's one right in front here.

YOU: ________________to the taxi stand?

AIRPORT WORKER: Yes, that's right.

AIRPORT WORKER: If you're on an international flight I believe you have to check-in 3

YOU:. And for ________________ flights?

CHECK-IN WORKER: Hello. Where are you flying today?

YOU: Hi, ________________ to London, England.

YOU: Sure. Here's my passport. And here's my ________________.

CHECK-IN WORKER: Thank you. Would you like a window seat?

YOU: No, I'd like an ________________ seat please.

CHECK-IN WORKER: OK, and is all this luggage yours?

YOU: These ________________ are mine.

CHECK-IN WORKER: Hi. Where are you flying today?

YOU: How _________________?

(YOU LEAVE AND GO TO THE TICKET COUNTER)

YOU: Hi there. I ________________ a ticket here?

told me that I can

was told I could buy

TICKET COUNTER WORKER: Yes you can. Where to?

YOU: I need a ticket to Miami, please, for today _______________.

YOU: Do you have anything ________________?

1) I lost my and all my money was inside it.

3) I can't find my husband. Can you him?

4) I can't find my departure .

5) The airline lost one of my .

6) I don't have enough to buy a sandwich.

7) They won't let me take my of water on the plane.

9) My flight has been for three hours.

10) Is there a public phone here? My ( = cellphone) isn't working.

1) ANSWER: No, you'll have to transfer either in Chicago or Kansas City.

Are there any direct flights to Dallas?

How much is a ticket to Dallas?

How long does the flight to Dallas take?

2) ANSWER: It's right there, next to that restaurant.

How early should I check in?

How much do I have to pay for the extra bag?

Where's the lost-and-found office?

3) ANSWER: I'm sorry, this bathroom is being cleaned.

Can I go into the bathroom?

Where can I get a coffee around here?

Where's the ticket office?

Where's the lost-and-found office?

How much do I have to pay for the extra bag?

How long is the delay?

How long is the delay?

Has the flight been cancelled?

What time is it?

6) ANSWER: At 2:00 PM.

How long is the delay?

When does the flight to Bangkok leave?

What time is it?

Is this the departures area?

Is this the arrivals area?

Is this the lost-and-found office?

8) ANSWER: It's $10 per 24 hours.

Where are the lockers?

How much does a locker cost?

Where are the luggage carousels?