On a Bus

At a railroad station

Renting a car

Taking a taxi

1.

A: Kennedy Airport, please. I have to be there by 7:00

B: I can’t promise anything, but I’ll do my best.

B: OK. That’ll be $12.00, please.

A: Thanks a lot. Here.

2.

A: Do you think you can get me to Union Station by quarter after?

B: We shouldn’t have any trouble if the traffic isn’t too heavy.

B: You’ve got plenty of time. That’s $7.65, please.

A: Thank you very much. Here’s $10.00. Give me $1.00 back, please.

3.

A: The Hilton Hotel, please. I have a 10.30 appointment.

B: You’ll be there in plenty of time.

B: Here we are. $8.50, please.

A: Thank you. Here’s $10.00. Keep the change.

4.

A: Grand Central Station, please. I want to try to catch a 6.00 train.

B: I think you’ll make it if we don’t get stuck in a traffic jam.

B: This is it. That’s $9.15, please.

A: Here.

1.

A: How much is it to rent an economy car?

B: $19.00 a day or $129.00 a week, unlimited mileage.

A: Could I have one for tomorrow morning?

B: Do you have your driver’s license?

A: Sure. Here it is.

B: Good. Now just complete this form.

2.

A: What’s the rate for a station wagon?

B: The daily rate is $32.00 plus 39¢ per mile.

A: Good. I’ll take it right now, if possible.

B: Can I see your license, please?

A: Of course. I have my own license and an international license.

B: That’s fine. Fill out this form and let me see your credit card, please.

3.

A: How much does it cost to rent a mid-size car?

B: I can give you one for $24.00 a day or $158.00 a week.

A: Fine. I’d like to reserve one for next Tuesday.

B: May I see your driver’s license?

A: Yes. It’s right here.

B: OK. You’ll have to use a credit card or leave a $100 deposit.

4.

A: If I wanted to rent a van, how much would it cost?

B: Let’s see. That would be $40.00 a day plus 38¢ a mile.

A: That sounds OK. I’ll need it from the 10^th to the 14^th.

B: Do you have a valid license?

A: Yeah. Here.

B: Fine. Now complete this form and sign your name at the bottom.

1.

A: What time does the train for Boston leave?

B: 9:25 on Track 12.

A: When does it arrive?

B: It should be there at 11:45, but it may be a little late.

A: How much is a one-way ticket?

B: It’s $32.00 coach and $50.00 club car.

2.

A: Which train do I take to Philadelphia?

B: Track 4 at 9:30.

A: How long does it take?

B: It’s due in at noon.

A: What’s the round-trip fare?

B: It’s $25.00 one way or $45.00 for a weekend excursion.

3.

A: What track does the Metroliner leave from?

B: That’s Track 1 at 9:45.

A: What time does it get in?

B: It gets in around 11:45.

A: What’s the fare?

B: Coach is $32.00.

4.

A: What time’s the next train to Washington?

B: That’s 9:26 on Track 16.

A: When does it get there?

B: It’s scheduled to arrive at 11:50.

A: How much is it?

B: It’s $30.00 one way or $55.00 round-trip.

1.

A: Does this bus go to the train station?

B: No. You’ll have to get off at the bank and take the A52.

A: How long is the ride?

B: About ten minutes.

2.

A: Is this the bus for Park Ridge?

B: No. It only goes as far as Main Street, but you can get the Number 31 there.

A: How long does it take to get there?

B: It only takes a few minutes.

3.

A: Does this bus go to the beach?

B: No. You’re going the wrong way. You want the Number 11. It stops in front of the post office.

A: About how long does it take?

B: Only fifteen minutes.

4.

A: Is this the right bus for Pacific Boulevard?

B: No. You should have taken the Yellow Line bus. You can get one at the next stop.

A: Is it a long ride?

B: Not that long.

Here are some words to help you check your understanding of the dialogues. You should know the bold words to make your communication easier.

club car (n): first class carriage

coach (n): second class

deposit (v): to make part payment of money that is or will be owed

(n): money that is deposited

downtown (n): the main commercial area of the city

fare (n): money charged for a journey by bus, ship, taxi, etc.

get stuck (v): be unable to escape

ride (n): journey on a bus, a bicycle, etc.

round-trip ticket (n): return ticket

track (n): set of rails for trains

unlimited mileage (n): no charge per mile.

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