Learn to Speak English. Методическое пособие для студентов всех специальностей дневного отделения - Асафова Г. К. , Матр

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VII. SUGGESTED ACTIVITIES

1.Speak on the following situations:

(a)Two friends are discussing their summer holidays and plans to go somewhere. They speak about the best time to go and choose the transport.

(b)You are buying a ticket for a plane. Ask about the timetable, price and meals during the flight.

(c)You and your friend are discussing how to get to Great Britain. You don’t like going by planes and prefer train or ferry.

1.Speak about advantages and disadvantages of traveling by planes.

2.Make up dialogues using expressions from sections V and VI.

Lesson 24.

CALIFORNIA DREAMING

I. NOTE

The drive along Highway 1 in California is spectacular. One of the most scenic stretches runs from the city of Monterey south to Big Sur. The coastal highway hangs perilously above the Pacific Ocean.

Big Sur is 80 miles of treacherous ocean and rocky shore. Along your drive, you will see otters, sea lions, and whales. The coast line is dotted with redwoods, the world's largest trees.

Carmel (its official name is Carmel by the Sea) is a storybook village. One of its most famous inhabitants, and former mayor, is the American movie actor Clint Eastwood. If you go to the Hog's Breath pub, you may just run into him.

II. DIALOGUE

You (reading your aunt’s will): “One of my favorite places in America is the area around Monterey, California. I would like my nephew to visit Monterey as I did as a tourist. He should do the following:

1.Have lunch at a restaurant on Cannery Row. Sit at a table overlooking the water. Perhaps you’ll be able to catch a glimpse of the famous sea otters.

2.Visit the Monterey Bay Aquarium.

3.Take the scenic 17-mile drive.

4.Drive on Highway 1 down to Big Sur for a splendid view of the rugged California coastline.

5.On the return drive to Monterey, spend a night at the quaint Lamp Lighter Inn in beautiful Carmel by the Sea. Ask for the Hansel and Gretel cottage if

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you can get it.”

(The next morning, you check out of your hotel and drive for two hours south to Monterey. You spend the next few days exploring the sights your aunt wanted you to see.)

III.GRAMMAR EXERCISES

1.The sentences in this exercise are not complete.

IV. IDIOM

Toot One’s Own Horn (boast)

Michael’s last novel was a best seller. He has no need to toot his own horn about his literary accomplishments. His readers and critics alike will now become aware of his talent. He won’t have to boast about his skill and success as a writer.

Thank One’s Lucky Stars (feel grateful for one’s good fortune)

All Alec could do was thank his lucky stars that his daughter was fit again.

Up for It

(ready to take part in a particular activity)

At first I was not sure that the girl would race with him, but then I felt that she was clearly up for it.

On a Wing and Prayer

(relying on hope; with only a slight chance of success)

Nobody knew the way, but at last we arrived at the destination on a wing and prayer.

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V. USEFUL EXPRESSIONS

Where can I buy a train\ plane ticket? I want to buy a round trip ticket. How much is the ticket?

Where can I check my luggage? Where’s the waiting room? Where can I see the timetable? What train do I catch to get to…? How long does it take to get to…?

Is it a through train\ plane or do I have to change? Where do I have to change?

Will we arrive on schedule?

Do I need to make a reservation for meals?

I would like to book a ticket for the passenger/ express/fast train I want to travel by air/ land/sea/railway/bus/car

The fare to London is …

How much is the return single ticket to Riga? I would rather go to Moscow by air.

Hurry up! (Step on it!) We may miss the train! Don’t make a fuss! We shall make it.

Do you happen to know when the train starts? Will you see to my luggage?

VII. SUGGESTED ACTIVITIES

1.Speak about advantages/ disadvantages of traveling by car in this country and in the USA.

2.Speak on the following situations:

(a)You are going hiking for the first time, and you don’t know what to put into your rucksack. Ask a friend to give you advice.

(b)Your friend is fond of driving, so he is all for traveling by car. Try to persuade him to go by train.

(c) Your friend and you are going to Siberia during your summer/winter holidays. You have never been there and you don’t know much about this particular region. Speak about your preparations and plans.

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3. Make up dialogues using expressions from sections IV-VI.

Lesson 25.

A BUSINESS LUNCH

I. NOTE

San Francisco is one of the most popular destinations for American as well as foreign tourists. Sometimes called “America's favorite city”, San Francisco draws more than 2 million tourists each year.

Blessed with a mild climate, San Francisco has a metropolitan population exceeding 5 million. The city itself is built on and around more than 40 hills overlooking the San Francisco Bay. Many of San Francisco's streets are quite sleep, especially in the areas of Nob Hill and Russian Hill.

Some of the important sights of San Francisco include: Fisherman's Wharf (once a bustling port for fishing boats), Chinatown, the Golden Gate bridge, and Alcatraz (a former federal prison build on a rocky island).

II.DIALOGUE

You: How did you know my aunt?

Colleague: Stephanie and I founded a small company specializing in fine wines and foods. We worked together for about six years. She took care of finances, and I handled marketing and sales. She was a delight to work with.

You: I didn’t realize that she had lived on the West Coast.

Colleague: She didn’t. We met in Chicago. As the company grew, I moved to California to be closer to our distributors. She eventually moved to Atlanta, as you know.

You: How is the company doing?

Colleague: Very well, thank you. When Stephanie became ill, she sold her shares of the company. What brings you to the States?

You: My aunt wanted me to relive her experiences. I’ll receive an inheritance once I complete this trip and return to Atlanta.

Colleague: Before you leave San Francisco, be sure you see the Golden Gate bridge, Chinatown, and Sausalito.

You: I’ve already been to Chinatown. I was just about to go see the bridge. Thanks for lunch. It was a pleasure meeting you.

III.GRAMMAR EXERCISES

1.In this exercise you have to put in when or if.

Example: ...If... it rains this evening, I won’t go out.

1 I’m going to Paris next week. ... I’m there, I hope to visit a friend of mine. 2 Tom might phone this evening. ... he does, can you take a message?”

3 I think he’ll get the job. I’ll be very surprised ... he doesn’t get it. 4 I hope to be there by 10.30. But ... I’m not there, don’t wait for me.

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5 I’m going shopping ... you want anything, I can get it for you.

6 I think I’ll go home now. I’m feeling very tired. I think I’ll go straight to bed

... I get home.

7 I’m going away for a few days. I’ll phone you ... I get back.

8 I want you to come to the party but ... you don’t want to come, you needn't.

2. In this exercise you have to put the verb into the

4. In this exercise you have to put the verb into the correct form.

Examples: If I ...knew... (know) her number, I would telephone her. I ...wouldn’t buy... (not/buy) that coat if I were you.

1 I ... (give) you a cigarette if I had one but I’m afraid I haven’t. 2 This soup would taste better if it ... (have) more salt in it.

3 If you ... (not/go) to bed so late every night, you wouldn’t be so tired all the

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time.

4 I wouldn’t mind living in England if the weather ... (be) better. 5 I'd help you if I ... (can) but I’m afraid I can’t.

6 If I were you, I ... (not/marry) him.

7 We would happily buy that house if it ... (not/be) so small.

5. Now you have to write sentences with I wish ...

Example: I don’t know many people (and I’m lonely).

...I wish I knew more people...

1 I can’t give up smoking (but I’d like to). I wish I ...

2 I haven’t any cigarettes (and I need one). I wish ...

3 George isn’t here (and I need him). I wish George ...

4 It’s cold (and I hate cold weather). I wish ...

5 I live in London (and I hate London). I ...

6 Tina can’t come to the party (she’s your best friend). I ...

7 I have to work tomorrow (but I’d like to stay in bed). ...

8 I don’t know anything about cars (and my car has just broken down). ...

9 I’m not lying on a beautiful sunny beach (and that’s a pity). ...

6. In this exercise you have to put the verb into the

correct form.

Examples: If I ...had known... (know) that you were ill last week,

I’d have gone to see you.

Tom ...wouldn’t have entered... (not/enter) for

the examination if he had known that it would be so difficult.

1 Tom got to the station in time. If he ... (miss) the train, he would have been late for his interview.

2 It’s good that Ann reminded me about Tom’s birthday. I ... (forget) if she hadn’t reminded me.

3 We might not have stayed at this hotel if George ... (not/ recommend) it to us.

4 I’d have sent you a postcard while I was on holiday if I...(have) your address.

IV. IDIOMS

Bend Over Backwards (try very hard)

When Joan first started teaching she was afraid that she would have a lot of trouble. However, her fears turned out to be unfounded, since everybody bent over backwards to help her. Everybody tried very hard to help her feel comfortable and adjust to the school.

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Duck Soup (easy, effortless)

Can you help me hook up my new stereo equipment? I’m having quite a bit of trouble with all these connections.

Sure, that’s duck soup for me.

Well, with all your experience, I have no doubt that it will be very easy for you

to do.

Face the Music (accept the consequences)

It’s no wonder you have a stomachache. I told you not to eat so many green apples.

You don’t listen, and now you are going to have to face the music.

Keep under One’s Hat (keep something a secret)

Although the contestants were most anxious to know who won the prizes in piano competition, the judges kept the results under their hats. They kept the results a secret so that the formal announcement could be made in public at the awards ceremony.

V. USEFUL EXPRESSIONS

Be so kind as to open the door. Would you mind opening the door?

Could I trouble you for a glass of water?

Certainly!/ Of course!/ Naturally!/ With pleasure!/ Here you are! I’m afraid I won’t have enough time to do it.

You talk as if you knew etiquette very well. Thank you. – Don’t mention it.

What time do you expect me? What time should I arrive? Will there be other guests? Is it an informal evening? I’d be glad to come.

Do you want a drink?

Please don’t trouble yourself. A gin and tonic would be fine. A beer’s fine with me.

Please pass the salt/salad/bread/ meat

VI. VOCABULARY

VII. SUGGESTED ACTIVITIES

1.Make up polite requests to suit the following situations:

1)Suppose you need some salt and the salt-cellar is at the far end of the table.

2)Suppose you sit down at the table and find you have no spoon.

3)Suppose you have enjoyed coffee very much and want a second helping

4)Suppose you want to treat your guest to some more pudding.

5)Suppose you have not understood the speaker but you must know what he said.

2.Imagine you are at the table. What would you answer to these offers and requests:

1)Will you have a second helping of cake?

2)Will you have tea or coffee?

3)Would you like some more salad?

4)Pass me the mustard, please.

5)May I trouble you for the menu, please?

6)Would you mind passing me the pepper-pot?

7)How much sugar do you take, two or three lumps?

8)Bring me a bottle of mineral water, please.

1.Make up dialogues using expressions from sections IV-VI.

Lesson 26.

A HOUSEHOLD EMERGENCY

I. NOTE