In the Hall of the Airport

Simon: Excuse me.

Mr Gibson: Yes?

Simon: It's Gibson, isn't it?

Mr Gibson: Yes, that's right.

Simon: So glad to meet you. I'm Simon Steel. How do you do?

Mr Gibson: How do you do? It was nice of you to meet us.

Simon: It's a pleasure.

Mr Gibson: And this is my wife Sally.

Mrs Gibson: How do you do, Mr Steel?

Simon: How do you do? Did you have a good flight?

Mrs Gibson: Yes, pretty good, thanks. But I must say I don't think

I'll ever get used to flying. Simon: Well, if you'd like to follow me, I've got a car waiting

outside.

Mr Gibson: Yes, certainly. Thank you.

Simon: Now, let me help you with your bags, Mrs Gibson.

Mrs Gibson: Thank you. They are a bit heavy. Simon: Right. This way. It's not very far.

Questions: Who met the Gibsons at the airport? How did Mrs Gibson like the flight? What did Simon offer her?

//. Act out the following situations:

1. You are in the foyer of the airport. Suddenly you hear an announcement that your flight is delayed. Act out a conversation with an airport official. Find out why there is a delay and how long you are going to wait. Ask what the airline is going to do about

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meals and hotel accomodation if the plane is delayed for a long time.

2. You are asked to meet Jonathan Williams, an American journalist. You've never met him before, you've only seen a photo­graph of his. The plane has just landed and you approach someone who looks like Williams. But you address the wrong man. At last you notice him. You introduce yourself and ask him about the jour­ney. You've got a car waiting and take Mr Williams to the hotel.

Listening What a Way to Start a Holiday!

When Wilson got to the airport, his flight was already being called over the loudspeakers. The day before he had cancelled his ticket for a morning flight and had booked an afternoon flight instead. He had to go to the reservations desk to collect his new ticket.

He apologized for being late. The reservations clerk smiled and began to look through the reservations in front of her. Then her smile disappeared and she began to look worried.

"Your ticket doesn't seem to be here," she said. "Let me check it with the computer."

The computer clicked and whirred and lights began to flash. Just then, his flight was called a second time. Wilson became very nervous. Finally the girl looked up.

"There's been a mistake. Your new ticket was sent to you by post. That's why it isn't here," she said. It took her only a short time to write out a new one. Wilson managed to catch the plane just befo­re it took off. "What a way to start a holiday!" he thought.

Questions: What was happening when Wilson got to the airport? What had he done the day before? Why did the clerk begin to look worried? What happened then? Why wasn't Wilson's ticket there? What happened at the end?

First Flight

Five tourists walked slowly across the airfield where a very small aircraft was waiting for them. The plane was used on local flights and had only two engines.

The passengers got into the plane and sat down.

"Fasten your seat belts, please," the air hostess said. An old lady turned to the air hostess. "Please help me with the belt," she asked "I have never been on an aeroplane before and I feel rather nervous."

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"Don't worry," -the air hostess said kindly. "These planes are the safest in the world " Then the hostess went round with a tray of sweets. She offered a sweet to each of the passengers. "Take one of these," she said to the old lady. "It will help you to swallow."

Suddenly the plane began to shake and to rattle. It moved quickly down the runway and slowly climbed into the air. When the plane was in the air, the hostess went to the old lady again. "Didn't the sweet help you to swallow?" she asked.

"No, I'm afraid it didn't," the old lady answered. "But it took my mind off the plane. May I have another one, please?"

Questions: How many tourists were going to travel? What did the air hostess tell the passengers to do? Why couldn't the old lady fasten her seat belt? What did the hostess give each passenger? Why did the air hostess give sweets to the passengers? How did the sweet help the lady?

A Smuggler

Sam Lewis was a customs officer. He used to work in a small border town. It wasn't a busy town and there wasn't much work. The road was usually very quiet and there weren't many travellers. It wasn't a very interesting job, but Sam liked an easy life. About once a week he used to meet an old man. His name was Draper. He always used to arrive at the border early in the morning in a big truck. The truck was always empty. After a while Sam became suspicious. He often used to search the truck but he never found anything. One day he asked Draper about his job. Draper laughed and said: "I'm a smuggler."

Last year Sam retired. He spent his savings on an expensive holiday. He flew to Bermuda and stayed in a luxury hotel. One day he was sitting by the pool and opposite him he saw Draper drinking champagne. Sam walked over to him. Sam: Hello, there! Draper: Hi!

Sam: Do you remember me? Draper: Yes... of course I do. You're a customs officer. Sam: I used to be, but I'm not any more. I retired last month.

I often used to search your truck... Draper: But you never found anything. Sam: No, I didn't. Can I ask you something? Draper: Of course you can. Sam: Were you a smuggler? Draper: Of course I was.

Sam: But... the truck was always empty. What were you smuggling?

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Draper: Trucks!

Questions: What was Sam's job? Where did he work? Was his, job interesting? Who did he use to meet once a week? Why did Sam become suspicious? What did he ask Draper one day? What did Sam do last year? Where did he spend his holiday? Who did he meet at the hotel? What did he learn?

Reading But You Said...

Marion: Good afternoon.

Travel

Agent: Good afternoon, madam.

Marion: I'm interested in the holiday in Saint Cuthbert.

Agent: Ah, yes... the Caribbean! I can recommend it highly.

Marion: Can you tell me a little more about it?

Agent: Of course, madam. It's an excellent package holiday. You'll travel on a scheduled flight. You'll be met at the airport and taken to your hotel. You won't have to pay airport taxes. They are included in the price. The hotel is very near the beach, and it's got a swimming pool and a discotheque. It's a very modern hotel, it was built last year. The restaurant's superb, and drinks are very cheap in Saint Cuthbert. Oh, and you can walk to the sea in two minutes.

Marion: Hmm... it sounds good. I'd like to make a reservation.

Agent: One moment, madam and I'll get you a booking form. Marion paid a deposit and booked the holiday. Two months

later she was in Saint Cuthbert. But she was disappointed. When

she returned to England, she went to see the travel agent.

Agent: Ah! It's Miss Ward. Did you have a good holiday?

Marion: No, I certainly did not have a good holiday.

Agent: Oh, I'm very sorry to hear that. What was wrong?

Marion: Well, when I arrived in Saint Cuthbert, I had to spend four hours at the airport... you said that we would be met, and we weren't. You also said we would be taken to the hotel. We weren't and the taxi cost about £12. You told me that airport taxes were included. In fact I had to pa\ £10.

Agent: Oh, dear... you had a very bad start. But the hotel was nice, wasn't it?

Marion: No, it was not! You said it was very modern. You were quite right. They hadn't finished building it! We couldn't sleep because the workmen were working all night. . on

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our balcony! You said it had got a swimming pool. It had... but it was empty. And the restaurant. . the restaurant ser­ved fish every night.

Agent: Oh, dear ..

Marion: You said that the hotel was near the beach, and that we could walk to the sea in two minutes.

Agent: Couldn't you?

Marion: Well, yes... we could... but there was an oil refinery bet­ween the hotel and the beach, and it took half an hour to walk round it.

Agent: Oh, I'm really terribly sorry. We really didn't know... I'm afraid we're unable to give you a refund, but we can give you a ten per cent discount on next year's ho­liday... .

Marion: Next year! Next year I'm staying in England!

Self check

/. Use the proper tense forms:

Yesterday afternoon I (go) to the airport to meet Pierre who . (come) to Paris to spend a few days with me. I (arrive) at the air­port at two o'clock, (go) to a waiting room and (sit) down. When it (announce) that the plane (be) an hour late, I (decide) to go for a walk. I (just, walk) away from the building, when I (see) an old friend coming towards me. We (talk) for a moment, then (go) to the bar, where we (have) a few drinks. Suddenly I (remember) Pierre. We (rush) to the information desk. I (tell) that the plane from Paris (arrive) 40 minutes earlier. I (hurry) out of the buil­ding, (get) into my car and (drive) away quickly. When I (arrive) home I (find) Pierre sitting on his suitcase outside my front door.

//. Translate into English:

— Доброе утро! Скажите, пожалуйста, есть ли рейс на Лондон 25 октября?

— Да, есть два рейса —утром и вечером.

— Когда утренний рейс?

— В 6 часов утра.

— Нет, это слишком рано. У меня будет бессонная ночь, если я полечу этим самолетом. Когда вечерний рейс?

— В 8 часов вечера.

— Когда самолет прибывает в Лондон?

— В 10 часов.

. — Это время меня устраивает. Есть ли билеты на этот рейс?

— Да, есть несколько билетов первого класса.

— Пожалуйста, один билет туда и обратно. Я возвращаюсь 30 октября.

Fluency

/. Answer the questions:

Do you like travelling by air? Why/Why not? Is there an airport in your native city/town? Is it far from the city/town? How can you get there? How long does it take you to get there? What is the air­port like? What do you like or dislike about it? When do passengers have to arrive at the airport for registration? What is registration like? How much luggage can a passenger take without extra pay? Who informs passengers about flights? Are flights often cancelled in this country? Can you say why? Is there a security check before you board the plane? Who takes you on board the plane? What are the duties of a stewardess? When are passengers requested to fa­sten their seat belts? Do they serve meals on board the plane? Can passengers smoke during the flight? Do you get airsick when on a plane?

When did you last travel by plane? Where did you fly? How did you get to the airport? When did registration begin? What was it like? Did you have excess luggage? Was your flight cancelled? What did you do after you had registered your ticket and luggage? Was your journey pleasant? When did your plane land in X? What did you do on your arrival in X?

Have you ever travelled abroad? Where/When? What is the procedure of going through immigration and customs? Did you ha­ve any dutiable articles? Did you declare them? Did the customs officials examine your luggage? Did you enjoy your trip? Why/ Why not? How long did your trip last?

//. Speak on:

a) your last flight

b) your trip to a foreign country

c) the local airport

d) your experience of booking a flight

///. Travelling by train and travelling by air. Their advantages and disadvantages. Discuss.

IV. Act out the following situations:

1. Your friend has just returned from his/her trip abroad. Ask him/her about the journey and the usual routine at the cus­toms.

2. You are on board a TU-134 to Dehli. The stewardess is ready to answer your questions about the flight.

3. You are in Washington on business for your firm. You want to go to New York to take part in an exhibition there. You've just come to the booking agency to book a train ticket, but there are no

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train tickets available. You don't like flying but you'll have to travel by plane. There is a morning and a late flight to New York.

Writing I. Report the information from the letter:

One morning Mrs Morrison received a letter from her sister who lives in Melbourne, in Australia, telling her about plans to visit England:

My dear Mabel,

Just a short note to tell you that I have decided to come over to England to spend a few weeks in the old country. It will be marvel­lous to see you and little Margaret again. (I suppose she must be really grown up now!)

My plans-are as follows: I'm taking a flight from Sydney on November 20th. It's the night flight on Thursday evening and I'm flying with Air India. I don't know the exact time of arrival at Lon­don airport but I'll send you a telegram as soon as I find out.

I have arranged to stay at the Royal Tower Hotel which is in Knightsbridge, near Harrods.

I really am looking forward to seeing you both. Love,

Alice.

//. Write a similar letter.

HI. Write about an air trip you enjoyed.

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COMMUNICATION: ADVICE GRAMMAR: RELATIVE CLAUSES

a) How to give advice:

Why don't you

I think

you should you'd better you ought to

go to the seaside.

b) How to accept a piece of advice:

that sounds a good idea Yes, I'll do that.

I'll certainly try that.

Thank you. All right.

Yes, certainly. Very well.

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/. Listen to the dialogues and learn them:

1.— I've lost my passport.

— You ought to report it to the police immediately.

2. — The last train goes in five minutes. I think you'd better hurry

up.

— I'll do that.

3. — I've got an awful toothache.

— You'd better go and see the dentist.

4. — I'm taking my exams soon.

— You must work hard to pass them.

5. — I often oversleep in the morning.

— Why don't you buy an alarm clock?

— I'll certainly do that.

6. — Steve, you are too fat. You really should watch your weight.

You shouldn't drink so much beer.

— I know I shouldn't, but I like it.

— Well, then, you should get more exercise.

— Yes, I know, but I never have time.

7. — Your car has a bad engine. Why don't you buy a new car?

— I'll certainly do that.

8. — I feel seasick.

— Perhaps you'd better go straight down to the cabin and lie down. You are not a very good sailor.

— That's right.

9. — I'm afraid I'm getting overweight.

— Why don't you go in for sports? It will do you good.

— That sounds a good idea. Thank you.

10. — Your eyes are infected. You ought to consult a specialist.

— I'll do that.

11. — I'm having my holidays in a week.

— Why don't you go to the seaside?

— I'll certainly try that.

12. — I have so many things to do tomorrow and I have an

appointment for 5 o'clock.

— I think you'd better cancel the appointment.

— All right.

13. — I'm going to stay at the Ramada Hotel.

— You'd better book accomodation well in advance.

//. Respond to the statements giving advice. Use:

a) You'd better...

e.g. — I have a terrible headache, (take an aspirin) — You'd better take an aspirin.

1. I haven't enough literature for my report, (go to the library) 2. Our seats are far from the stage, (take opera-glasses) 3. I think

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I've lost my way. (ask a policeman) 4. I'm going to fly there, (go by train) 5. It is very cold today, (stay at home) 6. I'm going to send her a letter, (a telegram)

b) You should...

e.g. — There's something wrong with my TV set. (take it to the

repair shop)

— You should take it to the repair shop. 1. The suit fits you perfectly, (buy) 2. The book is very intere­sting, (read) 3. The film is exciting, (see) 4. I don't know how to lo­se weight, (eat less) 5. I'm afraid I might be late, (take a taxi) 6. This dictionary is very good, (buy)

c) You ought to...

e.g. She is so busy now. (help) You ought to help her.

1. The doctor advised me to rest in the country, (follow his advice) 2. The traffic is heavy here, (cross the street carefully) 3. She looks tired. (she, have a rest) 4. I doubt the results of the experiment, (check them again) 5. I don't know how to get there, (find out at the inquiry office) 6. He is your uncle, (invite)

d) Why don't you...

e.g. — I can't repair my car. (ask James to do it)

— Why don't you ask James to do it?

1. I don't like my present job. (change) 2. I'm in love with Monica, (marry her) 3. My car has been stolen, (report it to the police) 4. This dress looks smart, (buy) 5. There's an interesting exhibition at the Palace of Sports, (go) 6. Fishing is exciting, (try)

///. Advise your friend to (not to):

work harder; worry less; go to bed so late; spend so much mo­ney; take things easy; go in for sports; give up smoking; see the football match; consult the doctor; have a rest; get more exercise; buy a car

Your friend will accept your advice.

IV. Translate into English (self check):

1. — Я не сдал экзамен по английскому языку.

— Я думаю тебе следует больше работать.

— Да, конечно.

2. — У меня очень тяжелый чемодан.

— Тебе следует оставить его в камере хранения.

— Я так и сделаю.

3. — Я поправляюсь. Мне это не нравится.

— Почему бы тебе не заняться спортом?

— Спасибо. Хорошая мысль.

4. — Я хочу съездить в Брест на выходные.

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— Тебе следует заказать билет заранее.

— Спасибо. Я так и сделаю.

5. — Лучше бы ты перевела этот текст завтра утром. Сейчас

уже поздно.

— Я хочу закончить его сегодня.

6. — Тебе не следует тратить столько времени на чтение. Ты бы

лучше проводила больше времени на воздухе.

— Ты права.

7. — Я собираюсь позвонить Роберту завтра.

— Почему бы тебе не позвонить сегодня?

— Его не будет дома. Он сказал, что уезжает в командировку на пару дней и вернется только завтра.

8. — Ты должен помочь Ане по математике.

— Да, конечно.

9. — Почему бы вам не купить домик у моря?

— Мы как раз собираемся сделать это.

10. — Ты очень бледна. Тебе следует проконсультироваться с врачом.

— Я обязательно сделаю это.

V. Listen to the conversations, read and learn them: 1. Tom: What's the matter, Jenny? You look worried. Jenny: Yes... I'm trying to lose weight. Tom: Oh, you don't need to lose weight. Jenny: Oh, I do! I've just bought some new jeans and I

can't get them on. They are too tight. Tom: Well, you should go on a diet. Jenny: I know, but what kind of diet? Tom: You should eat lots of salad and fruit. Jenny: Yes, but I don't like salad... I prefer meat. Tom: Well, you can eat meat, but you shouldn't eat too much

You shouldn't eat bread or potatoes, either. Jenny: What about alcohol? Can I drink wine? Tom: Oh, no, you should never drink alcohol.

2. Wendy: Hello, Charles... you look tired today. Charles: Yes, I'm working too hard.

Wendy: You should take a holiday.

Charles: Yes, I know I should... but we're just too busy. I'm

working twelve hours a day.

Wendy: Twelve hours! You're going to kill yourself! Charles: Well, what can I do? Wendy: Perhaps you should change your job. Charles: I can't... I need the money!

3. Max: What's the matter, Peter? You don't look very happy. Peter: I'm not. I'm worried about my English.

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Max: What's the problem?

Peter: I'm not practising enough.

Max: Why not?

Peter: Well, it's difficult to meet English people.

Max: You should go out more.

Peter: Where should I go?

Max: You should go to pubs, you should join a club.

Peter: But English people never speak to me.

Max: Ah! You should speak first.

Peter: What can I talk about?

Max: The weather! English people are always interested in

the weather! 4. David: You look rather tired this morning, Father. What's the

matter? Aren't you feeling well? Father: Not very well, I'm tired. I slept badly last night. I've

been suffering from insomnia lalely.

David: I'm very sorry, Father. You ought to go and see a doc­tor. Father: I consulted the doctor two weeks ago and he prescribed

me some tablets. But they don't seem to do me any good. David: I think you should go in for sports. Why don't you try

jogging? It's so popular these days. Father: That sounds a good idea. I've thought about it myself.

I hope it works.

VI. Act out the following situations:

1. Your friend wants to lose weight. Tell him/her what he/she should do.

2. Someone wants to learn your language. Tell him/her what he/she should do.

3. A friend of yours asks you for advice. Не/she doesn't like his/her job; is short of money; doesn't like the place where he/she lives. Advise your friend.

VII. Read the conversation and say what Harry should or shouldn't do according to Steve:

Harry: I don't feel very well.

Steve: Well, I'm not surprised. You don't get enough sleep.

You always go to bed late. And you are working too hard. Harry: Yes, you're right. I'm always tired these days. I think I

need a holiday.

Steve: Yes, that's probably a good idea. And you also smoke too

much!

Harry: Yes, that's true. Steve: You don't get enough fresh air. You stay indoors all the

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