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What is the main purpose of the text provided?
What is the main purpose of the text provided?
- To ask for the location of the library
- To seek information about different places (correct)
- To provide directions to the post office
- To inquire about Chinese restaurants
What is the correct response to the question 'Is there a bank around here'?
What is the correct response to the question 'Is there a bank around here'?
- No, there isn't one. (correct)
- Yes, there is one.
- Yes, there are multiple banks.
- Sorry, I am not sure.
Based on the text, is there a post office in the vicinity?
Based on the text, is there a post office in the vicinity?
- Yes, there is a post office nearby (correct)
- No, there isn't a post office in the area
- The text does not mention a post office
- There is a train station instead of a post office
Which question uses 'Can/Could' correctly?
Which question uses 'Can/Could' correctly?
What type of information is explicitly sought about Chinese restaurants?
What type of information is explicitly sought about Chinese restaurants?
What type of information is being requested with 'Are there any ?'?
What type of information is being requested with 'Are there any ?'?
Which phrase indicates uncertainty in giving directions?
Which phrase indicates uncertainty in giving directions?
What mode of transportation does the text inquire about in relation to getting to the library?
What mode of transportation does the text inquire about in relation to getting to the library?
What is the tone of the text?
What is the tone of the text?
How should one respond if asked, 'Are there any banks around here'?
How should one respond if asked, 'Are there any banks around here'?
Which preposition is used to describe a location that is directly in front of another place?
Which preposition is used to describe a location that is directly in front of another place?
What verb is commonly used to instruct someone to continue moving without changing direction?
What verb is commonly used to instruct someone to continue moving without changing direction?
In a city, where would you most likely find a 'roundabout'?
In a city, where would you most likely find a 'roundabout'?
If you are directed to 'go up', what type of movement should you expect?
If you are directed to 'go up', what type of movement should you expect?
Where would you most likely find a 'parking lot' among the listed places in town?
Where would you most likely find a 'parking lot' among the listed places in town?
Which phrase is used to ask for directions in the text?
Which phrase is used to ask for directions in the text?
What is the main purpose of the text?
What is the main purpose of the text?
Inquiring about the presence of cafes in town is an example of:
Inquiring about the presence of cafes in town is an example of:
What could be an appropriate response to the question 'Are there any restaurants near by?'
What could be an appropriate response to the question 'Are there any restaurants near by?'
If someone responds 'No, you have to go to the next town,' they are likely implying:
If someone responds 'No, you have to go to the next town,' they are likely implying:
What is located between the restaurant and the hospital?
What is located between the restaurant and the hospital?
After turning right on Rose Street, what is located across from the zoo?
After turning right on Rose Street, what is located across from the zoo?
What should you do to find the post office after turning on Rose Street for one block?
What should you do to find the post office after turning on Rose Street for one block?
If you are on Violet Street and want to reach the post office, where should you turn first after walking one block?
If you are on Violet Street and want to reach the post office, where should you turn first after walking one block?
What landmark is mentioned to help locate the post office?
What landmark is mentioned to help locate the post office?
Study Notes
Asking for Directions
- Use "Are there any..." to ask about the presence of a place in the area.
- Respond with "Yes, there are some..." or "No, there aren't any..." to indicate the presence or absence of a place.
Places in Town Vocabulary
- Restaurant
- Park
- Church
- Parking Lot
- Drugstore
- Amusement Park
Prepositions
- Next to/Beside: used to indicate proximity
- Across from: used to indicate a location opposite something
- In front of: used to indicate a location ahead of something
- Across: used to indicate a location on the other side of something
- Behind: used to indicate a location at the back of something
- Between: used to indicate a location surrounded by two things
Verbs to Give Directions
- Go/Walk straight/along: used to indicate moving forward in a straight line
- Turn right: used to indicate a change in direction to the right
- Turn left: used to indicate a change in direction to the left
- Go Through: used to indicate passing through a location
- Go Past: used to indicate passing a location without stopping
- Go up/Go down: used to indicate moving up or down a street or stairs
More Vocabulary
- Block: a unit of distance in a city or town
- Traffic Lights: used to control the flow of traffic
- In the Corner: used to indicate a location at the intersection of two streets
- Roundabout: a type of circular intersection
- Street: a public road in a city or town
- Sidewalk: a path for pedestrians alongside a street
Giving Directions
- Use verbs to give directions, such as "Go straight", "Turn right", "Go through", etc.
- Use prepositions to indicate locations, such as "Next to", "Across from", "In front of", etc.
- Provide clear and concise instructions to help the listener find a location.
Examples of Directions
- "Walk along Violet Street. Take the first turn on the right on Rose Street. The post office is between the restaurant and the hospital."
- "Go Straight one block on Violet Street, then turn right on Rose Street. The post office is across from the zoo."
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