46 Questions
What was Jane's preference for the table location?
Near the window
What did Zhou express a preference for?
Meat
What type of food did Jenny want to try?
Chinese
What did Zhang ask for more of?
Wine
What was Jane's response to the waiter's suggestion for the table?
She accepted the table suggested by the waiter.
What kind of menu did the waiter give to Jenny?
A typical Chinese menu
What does Steven offer Zhang?
More meat
What is the total bill amount?
15 dollars
How much does each person pay when they go Dutch?
7 dollars and 50 cents
Which of the following is NOT served with steaks and chops in the menu?
Soup
What choice do customers have with their steaks and chops?
Baked potato, French fries or rice
What task involves recommending food to visitors?
Recommending Chinese food
What information does the receptionist ask Lynda for?
Her name and telephone number
Who needs to check out before 2 o'clock P.M.?
Tony Silver
What document is Catherine asked to show the receptionist?
Her passport
What does the clerk find when checking for Tony's reservation?
A single room for one night
For how many nights does Tom want to book a room?
Two nights
What does the receptionist give Catherine after seeing her passport?
A registration form
What does Tom decide to do when there are no rooms available at the hotel?
Try some other hotels nearby
What does Susan need to show when checking out of the hotel?
Her room card
In what ways can Susan pay for her hotel stay?
By traveler's check
What should you do if you want to make a reservation for a hotel stay next week?
Call the hotel and make a reservation
What is one reason a hotel might deny a room booking?
Peak season
What information is typically needed to check into a hotel?
Reservation details
What does Gina prefer now for her trips to Europe?
Do-it-yourself tours
Why do many people go to Yunnan Nationalities Villages?
To experience minority cultures
What kind of legacy do the arts and handicrafts of Yunnan Nationalities Villages have?
Splendid legacy
Where did Belly go for their last trip?
Seaside
After discussing the recent trip, what did Belly suggest to Alex?
To fix a sightseeing schedule for next week
What type of food is recommended by Amy for visitors in Beijing?
Beijing Duck
Which specific location does Dong Dong suggest for Xiaolong Bao in Shanghai?
Yu Garden
Where did Mary go for her summer vacation?
San Francisco
Which cuisine does Xuehe suggest to try in Shanghai?
Shanghainese cuisine
How long did Mary stay in San Francisco?
One week
Which places does Helen plan to see in Paris?
The Louvre and the Eiffel Tower
Who expressed a disappointment regarding the visitors' short stay in Hangzhou?
Ming Tao
Who thinks that one day is not enough to see much of Paris?
Tom
What did Xuehe hope the visitors enjoyed doing in Shanghai?
Their stay
What did the travelers find to be not as good as the local version in China?
Chinese food in the US
What task involves choosing the means of travel?
Choosing the means of travel
Why was Chang Weng in a rush on Tuesday morning?
He overslept and needed to see the bosses.
What did Chang Weng forget to do in the morning?
He forgot to 'da bao' (pack) his lunch.
Where did Uncle Zhou suggest going for lunch?
Sunrise Seafood Restaurant.
How did Chang Weng feel about the restaurant?
He thought it was good with a nice sea view.
What was the reason Chang Weng mentioned blar blar blar?
He did not want to explain everything in detail.
Why was Chang Weng glad to inform his mom that his plate is empty?
He did not eat meat.
Study Notes
Hotel Reservations and Check-in/Check-out
- To make a hotel reservation, provide your name and telephone number to the receptionist.
- When checking in, be prepared to show your passport and fill in a registration form.
- You can book a room for a specific number of nights and ask for a single room with a good view.
- If the hotel is fully booked, you may need to try other hotels in the area.
Eating at Restaurants
- When ordering at a restaurant, you can ask for a table near the window or in a quiet corner.
- You can ask the waiter for recommendations on what to eat, especially if you are unfamiliar with the local cuisine.
- If you prefer Chinese food, you can ask for typical Chinese dishes or try Shanghai cuisine.
- When asking for the bill, you can offer to pay by traveler's check, credit card, or in cash.
Menus
- A menu typically includes a variety of options, such as combo meals, steaks, and chops, which come with salads, vegetables, and a choice of sides.
- When ordering, you can specify your preferences, such as not being a vegetarian.
Food Blogs
- Blog One: Author Amy is looking for recommendations on the best places to eat in Beijing and Shanghai.
- Quan Ju De is recommended for trying Beijing Duck.
- Xiaolong Bao in Yu Garden is a signature dish of Shanghai.
- Other dishes and regional flavors can be found in Shanghai.
- Shanghainese cuisine and snacks at the City God's Temple are also recommended.
- Blog Two: Author Chang Weng from Malaysia shares a story about having lunch at the Sunrise Seafood Restaurant.
- The restaurant is located beside the company and offers a sea view.
- The bosses treated the author to lunch, and they finished almost all the ordered food.
Talking Face to Face
- When discussing travel, you can ask about preferred travel styles, such as package tours or do-it-yourself tours.
- You can ask for recommendations on where to go first, and guides may suggest popular tourist destinations.
- When planning a sightseeing schedule, you can discuss and decide on the places to visit and the order in which to visit them.
- You can ask about someone's summer vacation plans and discuss travel experiences.
Practice conversational dialogues for making hotel reservations and checking in/out, including providing personal information and booking details.
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