Listen and complete the conversation with the expressions in the box. Then practise it in pairs.

David: Excuse me, (1) _____________ Thang Long Imperial Citadel? I’m lost.

Nam: Sure. The citadel is not far from here. (2) _____________ until you get to Hoang Dieu Street, then (3) ______________. Walk past Ha Noi Flag Tower and you'll see it (4) ______________.

David: Thank you.

 Put the conversation in the correct order.

___   How long does it take to get there?

___   Thank you so much.

  1     Excuse me! Could you tell me the way to the nearest supermarket, please?

___   Yes. There is a bank opposite the post office.

___   Not at all.

___   Go straight on and turn left at the bookstore. The supermarket will be across the street, next to the post office.

___   It’s just a fifteen-minute walk.

___   Thanks a lot. Is there a bank near the supermarket?

 Put the conversation in the correct order.

___   How long does it take to get there?

___   Thank you so much.

  1     Excuse me! Could you tell me the way to the nearest supermarket, please?

___   Yes. There is a bank opposite the post office.

___   Not at all.

___   Go straight on and turn left at the bookstore. The supermarket will be across the street, next to the post office.

___   It’s just a fifteen-minute walk.

___   Thanks a lot. Is there a bank near the supermarket?

I. Choose the correct answer.
0. Can you tell me what time the bus leave / does the bus leave?
1. Excuse me. There’s / Is there a supermarket near here?
2. Do you know when will be Mr Jones / Mr Jones will be at home?
3. Could you tell me do you have this sweater / if you have this sweater in green?
4. Has the bank closed / The bank has closed for the day?
5. How much do these shoes cost / these shoes cost?
6. Can you tell me how long does it take / it takes to get to Oxford?
7. Is the station / The station is far from here?
8. Do you know if is there / there is a Bureau de Change near here?
II. These people are looking for a holiday. Look at the descriptions of eight holidays (A-H). Decide which holiday (A-H) would be most suitable for each person (9-13).
9. Jackie is 18 and wants to go on holiday with her best friend Sarah. They are both starting university in
September to study archaeology. They went to relax and swim a lot but also want to go on some
excursions. They don’t have much money.
10. John is retired. He loves birdwatching. He and his wife would like to go somewhere beautiful and
peaceful. They don’t want to have to cook on holiday and they would prefer to stay in a place that is not
noisy in the evenings.
11. Stephen is very sporty and easily gets bored. He doesn't enjoy sitting on the beach all day. He likes
meeting new people on holiday and enjoy lively, late nights out. He’d prefer accommodation without
meals included.
12. Sandra and Dave have two young children aged six end eight. They like to go to places where there
are facilities for children and adults. Dave quite enjoys water sports but Sandra prefers to play on the
beach with the children.
13. Mary is 68. She is a widow. She likes to visit interesting pieces and is very interested m history, art and
culture. She doesn't want to cook on holiday and likes to meet new people She enjoys being in warm
countries.

HOLIDAY CHOICES

A. Oceanview Village
Our beautify holiday village offers self-catering
accommodation in beautiful surroundings close to
the beach There is evening entertainment every
night and an afternoon kids’ club which is run by our
team of trained staff. Excursions are available three
times a week. ............

B. Oaktree Park Hotel
Situated in beautiful grounds in the countryside,
Oaktree Park offers first-class accommodation with
delicious menu offered by our award-winning chef.
The landscaped grounds include a stunning lake and
nature reserve. A beautiful retreat for anyone who
wants to get away from it all for a while. ............
C. Kidsland Adventure Park
A child’s heaven, Kidsland caters for children aged
11 to 18. Accommodation is in ten-bed chalets with
adult supervision. We offer sport, art and craft,
computer technology, music, cookery lessons and
lots more. Leave your children with us for a week or
two and they will make friends for life. All meals
included and entertainment provided every night.
................

D. Bob’s Diving Centre
We offer courses for both beginners and more
advanced divers. Also on offer are various
watersport activities including jetskis, surfing and
water volleyball. Self-catering accommodation at
affordable prices with a handy shop on-site for alt
your supplies. Evening entertainment arranged
every night plus a weekly barbecue. ................

E. Sandybeach Hotel
Situated in a small but lively resort. Sandybeach
hotel is only a two-minute walk from a glorious
beach. There are plenty of bars and restaurants
nearby and a nightclub where you can dance until
the early hours of the morning. Breakfast and
evening meal are included in the remarkably cheap
price and best of all, two day trips to local places of
interest and historical sights are included in the
package, too. ................

F. Desert Walking Holidays
Give yourself a challenge this year and cross a
desert. Organised trips (camels included to carry
your bags). Professional guides will lead you
through the sand. Campfire cooking and fantastic
landscapes. Trek all day and enjoy quiet nights
round the campfire under starry skies. ................

G. Scandinavian Cruises
Experience the beauty of the north. Watch the
amazing Northern Lights in the Scandinavian sky.
Double or single cabins available with full-board
catering. Don’t forget to bring your winter coat for
those romantic moonlit walks on deck in the snow!
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H. Woodside House
A beautiful hotel in the heart of the city but
surrounded by lovely gardens. Come and enjoy a
relaxing holiday in luxury. Within easy walking
distance of the main sights and places of culture. We
also offer art classes and lectures on cultural issues.
Learn to make a ceramic pot or improve your
painting or photography skills. Sorry, no children
allowed. ................

Tourist: Excuse me.  Could you show me the way(1)............... the museum, please?

Lan: The museum? Ok. Go straight ahead. Take the first street on the (2).......... The supermarket is (3)........... front of you.

Tourist: Thanks a lot.

Lan: You are(4)..............

1. A. of                        B. for                      C. to     D. At

2. A. right                    B. left                     C. near     D. a & b

3. A. in                        B. at                       C. on     D. Æ

4. A. kind                    B. welcome            C. nice     D. pleasure