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CLIL Worksheet 4 - Senses - Primary - Nina Lauder 2009

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Grandma Stories in English - Grandfather - Hindi Kids Animation Tales

AT THE DEPARTMENT STORE Conversation

Shop assistant: May I help you?
Naomi: Yes, I'd like a pair of boots, please. Leather boots.
Shop assistant: Right. What size are you?
Naomi: Size 5, I think. I want a high heel. But have you got anything in brown?
Shop assistant: Just a minute, please. Would you take a seat?... Here you are. Do you like these?
Naomi: Yes, they are very nice. But the heel is a bit too high. Have you got anything lower?
Shop assistant: I'm afraid not. This is the only size we have in brown at the moment.

Shop assistant: May I help you?
Naomi: Yes, please. I am looking for a bracelet.
Shop assistant: What kind of bracelet are you looking for?
Naomi: Something nice, not very heavy and made of white gold.
Shop assistant: I'm afraid we haven't got much in white gold at the moment. The new white gold collection is coming in next week.
Naomi: So you'll have the new collection in next week.
Shop assistant: That's right, madam.
Naomi: I'll come back then. Thank you very much.

Shop assistant: May I help you?
Naomi: Well, I'm just looking, but would you have these blouses in my size?
Shop assistant: What size are you, madam?
Naomi: 42, I think but I'm not sure.
Shop assistant: We have all sizes from 38 to 50. These are size 42.
Naomi: Can I try this white one on, please?
Shop assistant: Certainly madam. The fitting room is over there... hmm.., it suits you.
Naomi: But I'm afraid it doesn't fit me. It is too small. Have you got a bigger size?
Shop assistant: Yes, this one's 44.
Naomi: Aha, this one fits better. How much is it?
Shop assistant: It is €75.
Naomi: All right, I'll take it...Here you are.
Shop assistant: Thank you...and here's your change.
Naomi: Thanks. Goodbye.
Shop assistant: Goodbye, madam.

REFUND TAX Conversation

Assistant: Can I help you?
Juan: Yes, please. I've bought these trousers and these jerseys, and I want to take them back to Argentina with me. Can I get the refund that I've paid in tax?
Assistant: When did you arrive in the UK?
Juan: It was 24th January.
Assistant: 24th January. And you're leaving when?
Juan: Next Friday.
Assistant: Next Friday. That's 10th February. Oh, well, that's fine. And you're not a British resident?
Juan: No, I live in Argentina.
Assistant: Well, please fill in this form. Your passport and identity document, if I could see that... Thank you. Could I have your home address in Argentina?
Juan: Yes, the address is on this card here.
Assistant: Thank you. And now if I could have your receipts, please. Two jerseys. Are they men's jerseys or ladies' ?
Juan: Ladies' jerseys.
Assistant: What colour are they?
Juan: Well, this one in here is green and this one is purple.
Assistant: A green jersey and a purple jersey.
Juan: And I've got these two pairs of trousers.
Assistant: Two pairs of trousers.
Juan: A blue one and a black one.
Assistant: And are they ladies' or men's trousers ?
Juan: They're both men's.
Assistant: Both men's, yes. Please sign here ... Now then, we'll give you this stamped addressed envelope. I'll put the receipts that you've given me in with this. When you go through the British Customs, give them this form and the receipts and if necessary have your goods accesible so that they can check them.
Juan: So I give this form with my receipts to the Customs.
Assistant: That's right. To the British Customs on your way out of the country.
Juan: Yes.
Assistant: They'll give you one copy back and they'll keep one for themselves.
Juan: I see.
Assistant: There will be a postbox quite near. The copy that they give you, you send it back to us in the stamped addressed envelope, then we'll process it as soon as we receive it.
Juan: So the Customs keep a copy.
Assistant: Yes, the Customs take the bottom copy, and they give you this top copy.
Juan: And I post that back to you.
Assistant: That's right.
Juan: What about the receipts? Do I keep them?
Assistant: Oh, yes, you keep the receipts.
Juan: And how long will the refund processing take?
Assistant: Well, we usually get the form back within one or two days of you leaving the country. We'll send the cheque off to you.
Juan: So you'll send the cheque to my home address in Argentina?
Assistant: Correct.
Juan: I see. Well, thank you very much.

AT THE SHOE-SHOP Conversation

Linda: Good morning.
Shop-Assistant: Good morning. Can I help you?
Linda: I'm looking for a pair of red sandals to wear with a dress.
Shop-Assistant: Red?
Linda: Yes, you've got some in the window at €150. Could I try them on, please?
Shop-Assistant: What's your size?
Linda: 36.
Shop-Assistant: Just a moment, please. Yes, here we are.
Linda: Are they comfortable?
Shop-Assistant: Oh, yes, very comfortable.
Linda: I like the style.
Shop-Assistant: Do they fit all right?
Linda: They feel a bit tight actually. Have you a larger size?
Shop-Assistant: We haven't got that sandal in a 37, I'm afraid.
Linda: Have you anything similar in red that would fit me?
Shop-Assistant: No, I'm sorry.
Linda: I'll leave it then. Thank you.

BOOKING A TABLE Conversation

Operator: Renato's Restaurant, can I help you?
Mr Branswick: I want to book a table for this evening.
Operator: For how many people?
Mr Branswick: Four.
Operator: Right. We keep reservations till ten o'clock. What time will you be coming?
Mr Branswick: Between nine and nine thirty.
Operator: Can I have your name, please?
Mr Branswick: Yes, it's Branswick. B-R-A-N-S-W-I-C-K.
Operator: Thank you Mr Branswick, your table has been booked, but as I told you before, we'll keep it free just till ten o'clock.
Mr Branswick: All right, thanks.
Operator: Thank you for booking at Renato's. We're looking forward to waiting on you this evening. Goodbye.
Mr Branswick: Bye!

BOOKING A TICKET Conversation

John: Hello? Is that the theatre?
Booking Clerk: Yes, speaking.
John: I'd like to buy some tickets for the play on Friday, please.
Booking Clerk: How many tickets, sir?
John: Four, please. Four seats together.
Booking Clerk: Well, the stalls are sold out, but we have a few in the circle.
John: I see. What time is the play starting?
Booking Clerk: At nine o'clock.
John: Is there a matinée?
Booking Clerk: No, there isn't.
John: Well, can I reserve four tickets?
Booking Clerk: Yes, sir. Please pick up your tickets at the box office on Thursday and make your payment there.
John: All right. Thank you.

BOOKING A ROOM Conversation

Mr Grant: Good morning. I'd like to make a reservation for myself and my wife.
Receptionist: Your name, please?
Mr Grant:: Yes, it's Grant, Edmunt Grant. G-R-A-N-T
Receptionist: And when would you like to come?
Mr Grant:: The weekend of the 23rd April - for three days, please.
Receptionist: I'm sorry Mr. Grant, will that be for two or three nights?
Mr Grant:: Oh, yes sorry, three days and two nights, arriving the 23rd and leaving on the 25th.
Receptionist: And what type of room would you like, single, double or a suite?
Mr Grant:: A suit, please.
Receptionist: Would you like it in the smoking or non-smoking area?
Mr Grant:: Non-smoking, please. Oh, and the last time we came, we stayed in a room at the back of the hotel overlooking the river. Do you know if that room is available? If I remember right, it was room 825.
Receptionist: Hold the line, please. I'll just verify that it is available. I'm afraid we don't have exactly the same room but I can put you in room 426. It's got the same view and a balcony. The rate's slightly more expensive, 130 pounds per person.
Mr Grant:: Well, that's fine, we'll take it.
Receptionist: How will you be paying, Mr. Grant?
Mr Grant:: In cash.
Receptionist: OK. And your address, please?
Mr Grant:: 30, Branwell, Dover.
Receptionist: B-R-A-N-W-E-L-L
Mr Grant:: That's right. In Dover.
Receptionist: Right, Mr. Grant, I've made the reservation. We look forward to seeing you again on the 23rd.
Mr Grant:: Thank you.
Receptionist: You're welcome. Goodbye.
Mr Grant:: Oh, I almost forgot, I was wondering if you could arrange for a bottle of good red wine to be in the room when we come.
Receptionist: That's no problem. I've made a note and it'll be ready when you check-in.
Mr Grant:: Thank you very much. Bye!
Receptionist: Goodbye sir.

HAVING LUNCH Conversation

Waitress: Hi. What's your order, sir?
Bill: Fish and chips please.
Waitress: I'm sorry, there's none left.
Bill: No fish! Well, what do you have?
Waitress: There's some roasted chicken with our special sauce.
Bill: It sounds OK, I'll have that.
Waitress: One roasted chicken coming right up!
Bill: Got any vegetables with it?
Waitress: Yes, sir. Nice and fresh. It also brings mashed potatoes or French fries, which would you like?
Bill: I'll have mashed potatoes.
Waitress: Do you want a roll with your meal?
Bill: No, thank you.
Waitress: Help yourself to butter or gravy.
Bill: Is there any peach pie?
Waitress: Yes, sir, freshly baked.
Bill: I'll have a peach pie for dessert, please.

AT THE RESTAURANT Conversation

Waiter: Good afternoon, madam. Do you have a reservation?
Alice: No, I don't. But, I'd like a table for one, please.
Waiter: Smoking or non-smoking?
Alice: Smoking, please.
Waiter: This way please. Your server will be with you in a minute.
Alice: Thanks!
Waiter: Would you like a drink while you're deciding on what to order?
Alice: Yes, please. Could I see the wine list?
Waiter: Certainly madam.
Alice: Could I have the Columbia Semillon?
Waiter: Yes, madam. A glass or a bottle?
Alice: Just a glass, please.
Waiter: Alright, madam.
Alice: Oh, and a glass of ice water please.
Waiter: Yes, certainly. I'll bring it right away.
Alice: Thank you.
Waiter: You're welcome.

AT THE FAST FOOD RESTAURANT Conversation

Waiter: Here we are. Two pepperoni pizzas.
Peter: No, that's not for us. Our order is a club sandwich with fries and a salad.
Waiter: Oh, I'm sorry. Just a minute, please
Julia: Two pepperoni pizzas? I really love it ! Can we change our order?
Peter: Of course not.
Waiter: OK. I think this is your order. A salad for you, sir.
Peter: Oh no, the salad's for her.
Waiter: Right. A salad and a glass of diet coke for you, madam; and a club sandwich on whole wheat bread with large fries and a cup of coffee for you, sir.
Peter: Yes, thank you. How much is it?
Waiter: It's fifteen dollars and twenty cents, please.
Peter: Do you accept credit cards?
Waiter: Yes, sir.

A LETTER OF COMPLAINT Conversation

Dear Sir,

We are writing to complain about our vacation in Italy. We stayed at the five-star Hotel Leonardo in June. The travel agent informed us it would be a good time of year, but it was not sunny, it rained every day and the streets were flooded. As a consequence, we couldn't stroll and enjoy the scenery of the famous streets of Italy.

Your brochure said that rooms overlook the city but our room overlooked a narrow street with a view of a dirty stone wall. It also said the hotel had beautiful antique Venetian furniture. Our room only had an uncomfortable bed and two old chairs. When we complained to the reception manager, he offered us a suite, at an extra fee!

In a five-star hotel we expected to find a cable TV, but there wasn't one in our room. When we inquired at the front desk we were informed that the hotel is not cable ready. And to add to our displeasure, the room service was very poor.

In conclusion, our holiday to Italy was a complete disaster. Therefore we would like to ask for our money back due to all the troubles and inconveniences we went through.

We await your reply and our compensation.

Sincerely yours

Eric and Kate Ford

BOOKING A ROOM Conversation

Receptionist: Thank you for calling Hyatt Hotel. How can I help you?
James: I'd like to book a room, please.
Receptionist: For how many nights?
James: For seven nights.
Receptionist: Which dates, please?
James: For the 1st to the 7th of September.
Receptionist: Would you like a single or double room?
James: A double room, please. Does it have a private bathroom?
Receptionist: All our rooms have private bathrooms, sir.
James: Oh, that's great. How much is the rate, please?
Receptionist: That's 875 euros, 125 a night, with VAT.
James: Breakfast included?
Receptionist: No. Breakfast is eight euros extra.
James: OK. Oh, one other thing. Can I book for a body massage before we come?
Receptionist: Yes, sir. I can transfer you to the beauty salon, but can I take your name and credit card details first, please?
James: Certainly.

CHECKING IN AT THE HOTEL Conversation

Receptionist: Good morning, madam. Can I help you?
Mrs Anderson: Good morning. Do you have a single room with a bathroom, please?
Receptionist: Yes, I do have a single room for you this afternoon. Will it be an overnight stay?
Mrs Anderson: For three nights.
Receptionist: Three nights, ok.
Mrs Anderson: How much is the room rate per night?
Receptionist: It's twenty pounds plus VAT, and that includes a full English breakfast, so altogether comes up to twenty-one pounds forty.
Mrs Anderson: So it's twenty-one pounds forty altogether, including breakfast.
Receptionist: And VAT.
Mrs Anderson: Uh-huh. That's with a bathroom, is it?
Receptionist: Yes, all the rooms have private bathroom, colour television and complimentary fruit.
Mrs Anderson: Do you serve dinner here?
Receptionist: Yes, madam. We do serve dinner. You have three choices restaurants; we have the Patio Restaurant, which is on the ground floor and has an à la carte menu and a table d'hôte menu; we have the Steakhouse, which is for a fast meal; and we have the Roof Top on the twentieth floor, which is also a disco and a pub.
Mrs Anderson: I see. Well, could I book a room for three nights then, please?
Receptionist: Yes, of course, but I'm afraid I will have to ask you for a down payment in advance to confirm your booking.
Mrs Anderson: Would you like the whole amount in advance or just part of it?
Receptionist: Well, fifty per cent would be enough. Is that all right with you?
Mrs Anderson: Yes, that's fine.
Receptionist: Would you like to register then? And the name is?
Mrs Anderson: Anderson, Mrs Anderson.
Receptionist: So that's Mrs Anderson, one single for three nights.
Mrs Anderson: Right.
Receptionist: That'll be 32 pounds and ten pence, please, Mrs Anderson.
Mrs Anderson: Here you are.
Receptionist: That's your receipt. You may have a detailed copy of the bill in the morning. And here's your key. That's room 55, Mrs Anderson, and you'll find the room on the fifth floor.
Mrs Anderson: Thank you very much. And what time is breakfast served?
Receptionist: Breakfast is from six thirty to ten.
Mrs Anderson: Six thirty to ten.
Receptionist: In the Patio Restaurant on the ground floor.
Mrs Anderson: Yes. And could I have an early call, please?
Receptionist: Yes, of course. What time?
Mrs Anderson: Six o'clock, please.
Receptionist: Would you like a newspaper in the morning?
Mrs Anderson: Yes, I'll have the Daily Mirror, please.
Receptionist: Right. So six o'clock, early call and a Daily Mirror.
Mrs Anderson: That's right. Thank you.

BOOKING A ROOM Conversation

Receptionist: Hello. Westin Hotel. Can I help you?
Tom: Oh, yes please. Have you got any rooms for this weekend?
Receptionist: Is that for one night or two?
Tom: Two nights - Friday and Saturday.
Receptionist: That's Friday the seventh and Saturday the eighth. Yes, do you want a single or double room?
Tom: A double room, please.
Receptionist: With or without bath?
Tom: With a bath, please.
Receptionist: So that's a double room with bath for Friday the seventh and Saturday the eighth of December.
Tom: Yes, that's correct.
Receptionist: Could I have your name please?
Tom: It's Hanks. Tom Hanks.
Receptionist: Could you spell it please?
Tom: H-A-N-K-S.
Receptionist: Is that H for HOLLAND or K for KITTEN?
Tom: H for Holland.
Receptionist: I see .. Mr. Hanks. And can I have your address?
Tom: Yes, 19A, Drayton Road, that's D-R-A-Y-T-O-N Road, London SW2.
Receptionist: And your telephone number?
Tom: O-one- five-four-six-O-seven-double nine.
Receptionist: Thank you, Mr. Hanks. We'll see you on Friday noon time, then.
Tom: Yes. Thank you very much. Goodbye.
Receptionist: Goodbye sir.

A LETTER TO A FRIEND

Dear Laura

Thank you for inviting me to visit your home and to meet your family this fall. It's truly a wonderful idea.

I am really looking forward to visiting new places. I love visiting museums and old churches very much. I also like visiting art galleries. I know there are lots of magnificent places and things to see there. I've also been told that there is an old castle a few miles from your town. Could we plan a trip to see it? You say that there isn't a sports centre in your town but is there a swimming pool? I really enjoy swimming and I love diving. Do you know if there are any restaurants or pubs where we can eat fish and chips? I love Fish and Chips!

The only trouble is that I don't know what clothes to take with me: warm shoes, a jumper, boots? What's the weather like over there? In my town it often rains a lot and that's why I always carry an umbrella with me.

Please send me a leaflet about your home town and a street map.

One last question - how old is your sister, Angela? I want to bring her a present. Would she like any particular toy? Please let me know.

See you soon!

Patty

PETER ASKS THE WAY - Conversation

Peter: Excuse me. Could you tell me the way to St Mary's hospital, please?
Receptionist: Well, it's difficult to explain from here.
Peter: Is it a long walk?
Receptionist: It's about three and a half kilometres.
Peter: Can I take a bus from here?
Receptionist: Yes, take a number eight bus.
Peter: Where's the bus stop?
Receptionist: Turn right and go along this street until you get to the main road. Then turn left and the bus stop is on the left hand side opposite a post office.
Peter: I think we'll take a taxi. Is there a taxi rank near here?
Receptionist: Yes, take the second turning on the right.
Peter: Great. Thanks.

GIVING DIRECTIONS Conversation

The Carlton? Now, let me think ... yes, go straight ahead on this street to the end, then go over the bridge. Turn left and walk along Marker Street ... about four hundred metres. The Hotel's at the end of the street. You won't miss it.

Yes ... well, take the second left, go past the cinema and turn right at the end of the road. Then take the first road on the left. It's called ... err... Howell Road. I think. You'll see it on your left. It isn't too far. You can't miss it!

Ah ... I'm a stranger here myself, actually. But I've been there before. Go along this street, go straight past the theatre ... you can't miss the theatre, and go straight to the river. Go over the bridge, and make a left. Go past the bus station, it's on the right, and go forward on to the next road on the right, then turn right again and continue walking along that street. Go over the bridge and it's on your right. It's quite far!

You're heading in the wrong direction. Turn back and pass along Tooley Street to Lane Road. Turn right and go straight on to the sea. Head on to your right at the Promenade ... and it's the third hotel on your left. You won't miss it.

TO THE RAILWAY STATION Conversation

Man: Excuse me, can you tell me the way to the Railway Station, please?
Linda: The Railway Station, let me think.
Man: I don´t see any signs.
Linda: Yes. Just a moment. Yes, go straight on here. Go straight ahead at the first roundabout. Then you'll see another roundabout, go straight ahead up to the next one. Then down the hill and at the third roundabout turn right. It's signposted to Bristol. Then carry on there on that secondary road, and after about a mile you come to some traffic lights. You turn left at the traffic lights, it's signposted to the railway station right at those lights, and then you carry straight along that road. There's another set of traffic lights; go straight ahead there. And then you will see the railway station on your left. There's a left turn off the road into the railway station entrance.
Man: So it's straight ahead.
Linda: Straight ahead at the first two roundabouts, right at the third roundabout.
Man: Signposted to Bristol?
Linda: Yes. And then right at the traffic lights and go on another mile or two and the railway station is on your left.
Man: Thank you very much.
Linda: You're very welcome.

TO THE ART GALLERY Conversation

Mr Brown: Excuse me, I'm looking for the Art Gallery.
Woman: Stay on this road.
Mr Brown: This road here?
Woman: Yes, you'll come to another one of these traffic lights.
Mr Brown: Down this way?
Woman: Yes. Neither this first one nor the second one, the third one.
Mr Brown: Yes.
Woman: Walk over the crossing and turn right. Go up there.
Mr Brown: What's the name of the road?
Woman: West Street.
Mr Brown: West Street?
Woman: Yes, go up there and the Art Gallery is about a hundred metres up there on the left hand side.
Mr Brown: So I go down here.
Woman: Yes.
Mr Brown: Cross the first, second and third crossing.
Woman: Yes.
Mr Brown: And then I turn right up West Street.
Woman: West Street.
Mr Brown: And which side of the road is it on?
Woman: On the left hand side..
Mr Brown: Thank you very much.

BUYING A TRAIN TICKET Conversation

Steve: Can I have a train ticket please?
Agent: Yes, certainly.
Steve: I need a return ticket from Nottingham to Luton. I'm going on Saturday and coming back next Thursday.
Agent: That'll be a weekly return actually, which is a bit cheaper than the ordinary return. That's 25 pounds.
Steve: Can I travel on any trains I like with that ticket?
Agent: Well, there's no restriction apart from coming back; on Friday you said, didn't you?
Steve: No, Thursday.
Agent: Thursday. Well then, there are restrictions coming back on a Thursday. It will depend on what time you're returning. Will it be morning or afternoon?
Steve: Afternoon. I'm planning to come back on either the 6.15 or the 6.45.
Agent: Well , if you come back on the 6.45 you don't have to pay any extra charge, but if you came back on the 6.15, they'd surcharge you up to the normal fare, which would be approximately...about three pounds fifty extra.
Steve: Well, I'll take the cheaper one then.
Agent: Weekly return to Luton. One adult, 25 pounds. And you're travelling on...?
Steve: Saturday.
Agent: Saturday the 21st?
Steve: Yes.
Agent: Here's your ticket. That one's for the outward journey, as it states there, Nottingham to Luton, and the copy is to bring you back.
Steve: Thank you.

CHANGING YOUR TICKET Conversation

Bruce: Could you please help me? I've got this ticket from Glasgow to Geneva for 18th February, but I have changed my plans and I'm going to go to Rotterdam instead. Would it be possible to cancel my ticket and change it for one to Rotterdam? I want to leave on the 19th.
Clerk: You want to cancel the 18th and re-book on the 19th?
Bruce: Yes, re-book to Rotterdam.
Clerk: Is it a one-way or two-way ticket?
Bruce: A two-way please
Clerk: What time of the day would you like to go?
Bruce: I prefer to leave in the morning, please, if there's a flight available.
Clerk: Morning. O.K, I'll just check in the computer... Yes, we can do a flight at 8.20 to Rotterdam. Arriving at Rotterdam airport at 10.50.
Bruce: Fine. Can you change the ticket for me?
Clerk: Sure, we'll give you a new one.
Bruce: Oh, thank you. And what about the money? It isn't as expensive as to Geneva, is it?
Clerk: As a matter of fact, you have a refund sir. Though we cannot give the refund in cash. So I'll make a voucher for you and when you get home, give it to your travel agents and they'll know what to do.
Bruce: Uh-huh. So you can give me a ticket to Rotterdam now without additional charges, is that possible?
Clerk: That's it. We'll take the other ticket in exchange.
Bruce: Ah, that's fine. Another problem is I'm booked into one of your hotels in Geneva for two nights, the 18th and the 19th. Would it be possible to cancel that?
Clerk: Certainly. Did you book it with your ticket?
Bruce: Yes, I did. It's a Swiss Airways hotel, the Grand Geneva.
Clerk: I'll check in the computer...Yes, it's fine.
Bruce: That's all right then, is it?
Clerk: Yes, it's cancelled.
Bruce: Thank you.
Clerk: And here's your new ticket. A return to Rotterdam.
Bruce: Thank you. Where do I have to proceed for my interconnection flight? Do I have to go to the Transfer Desk?
Clerk: No. The flight leaves from the same terminal you arrive at, so you just go to the check-in.
Bruce: So I just check-in again, do I?
Clerk: That's right.
Bruce: Thank you very much.
Clerk: I'll just prepare the voucher.
Bruce: Oh, yes. Thank you.

TOURING IN WALES Conversation

Dave: I'd like to have some information about the coach tour of Wales.
Travel agent: Yes, of course. When do you plan to leave?
Dave: May the 16th if possible.
Travel agent: Yes, there are still some available seats left.
Dave: What is the departure time from Reading?
Travel agent: At seven o'clock in the morning. It drives to Birmingham.
Dave: What time does it arrive?
Travel agent: At eleven o'clock. You have four hours there and then the coach goes to Telford, arriving at seven o'clock in the evening.
Dave: And on the second day, what time do we arrive in Cardiff?
Travel agent: At twelve o'clock in the afternoon.
Dave: What about the following day?
Travel agent: On day three, you leave Cardiff at eight o'clock and go to Milford Haven where you'll have lunch. And on day four you leave at ten o'clock in the morning for Bangor.
Dave: I see.
Travel agent: And on the fifth day, you leave after lunch at one thirty in the afternoon and arrive in Rewe at four. You have about three hours stay there. Then you get back to Reading.
Dave: Thank you very much.

GOING THROUGH CUSTOMS Conversation

Customs officer: Would you mind putting your baggage on here, please sir?...Thank you. Where are you travelling from?
Peter: From Marseille.
Customs officer: Marseille. Are you resident in France, or do you live in the United States?
Peter: I live in France.
Customs officer: Can I see your passport, please?...Thank you. How long are you staying in the USA?
Peter: For five days.
Customs officer: And what's the purpose of your visit sir?
Peter: I'm here on business.
Customs officer: I see. Well then, you understand that you've come into the Green Channel, which means you have nothing to declare.
Peter: Yes.
Customs officer: Is this all your baggage?
Peter: Yes, that's all.
Customs officer: Is anybody else travelling with you, sir?
Peter: No, I'm travelling alone.
Customs officer: OK then. What type of goods have you got; cigarettes, cigars...?
Peter: No, I don't smoke.
Customs officer: Nothing else at all in the tobacco line?
Peter: No.
Customs officer: Any drinks at all? Spirits? Liqueurs? Wine?
Peter: Just two bottles of red wine.
Customs officer: Were those bottles purchased in the duty-free shop, or...?
Peter: Yes, at Marseille airport.
Customs officer: I see. Are you bringing any gifts for anybody in the States?
Peter: Well, the wine is a present, but that's all.
Customs officer: Any other valuable items - jewellery, laptop?
Peter: No, just my personal things.
Customs officer: OK. Thank you, sir. Would you let me have a look in there?...Is the laptop going back to France with you?
Peter: Yes, of course. It's my working tool.
Customs officer: Do you have a camera?
Peter: No, I don't.
Customs officer: That's fine. Thank you very much. Have a pleasant stay!

ON THE PLANE Conversation

1st ANNOUNCEMENT

This is your captain. My name is Harold Burns, and I'd like to thank you for choosing Pan Am Airlines. Welcome aboard our Boeing 747, flight 769 to San Diego. We'll be taking off as soon as the air traffic control give us the clearance to do so. I'd like to remind you to keep your seats belts fastened, and also that smoking is not allowed on Pan Am flights.

2nd ANNOUNCEMENT

This is your captain speaking once again. My apologies, I'm afraid we have an air traffic delay. It'll be 20 minutes before we can take off. In the meantime please sit back, relax and our flight attendants will serve you courtesy drinks of Pan Am Airlines. We will inform you of our departure time as soon as we receive a go signal from the air traffic control. Thank you.

3rd ANNOUNCEMENT

Ladies and Gentlemen. We're now cruising at 25,000 feet and I've just turned off the "Fasten Seat Belts" sign. Though I would like to remind everyone for your safety to keep your seat belts fastened at all times. I'm hoping to make up some of the lost time we had. I'll be updating our progress later in the flight. Our flight attendants will be serving lunch in a couple of minutes.

4th ANNOUNCEMENT

This is your captain Harold Burns speaking. I have some good news. We have made up some lost time of our E.T.A. (that's estimated time of arrival) in San Diego where it is now 9.40 pm local time. If you want to adjust your time, I repeat 9.40 is the time in San Diego and we'll soon be commencing with our landing into the city. The temperature on the ground is 4º centigrade with clear skies and some light snow cover. Let me also suggest to put on your winter coats since it will be very cold down there.

5th ANNOUNCEMENT

We're now taxiing in to our gate. May I remind you to remain seated with your seat belts fastened until the plane has come to a complete halt. It is now 9.50. Passengers with connecting flights should proceed immediately to the Transfer Desk in Concourse B. Thank you for flying Pan Am Airlines and we hope you'll be flying with us again soon.

CHECKING IN - DIALOGUE 2 AIRPORT Conversation

Check-in clerk: Good afternoon.
John: Good afternoon. Could I check in here for the flight to Amsterdam?
Check-in clerk: Yes, of course, but I'm afraid your flight will be delayed. It's leaving at ten past four instead of two o'clock.
John: Oh, dear!
Check-in clerk: May I have your ticket and passport please?... Thank you very much.
John: Can I take this rucksack as hand luggage?
Check-in clerk: Yes, provided that it'll go under the seat. Have you got any other luggage?
John: Yes, I've got this suitcase and these two bags.
Check-in clerk: I'm afraid the luggage allowed to Amsterdam is two pieces. It doesn't involve weight, only the number of pieces.
John: So how much excess baggage is there?
Check-in clerk: The extra charge is 15 euros per extra luggage a passenger carries.
John: For each piece above two?
Check-in clerk: Yes, so that'll be 15 euros.
John: Do I have to pay now?
Check-in clerk: Yes, please...15 euros. Thank you. What seat would you like?
John: Aisle seat, please.
Check-in clerk: So that's 20C. This is your boarding card and your ticket that you'll need to show again at the gate.
John: Thank you.
Check-in clerk: Do you have a Visa to enter Amsterdam?
John: Yes, I do.
Check-in clerk: Could I see it please?... Thank you. We'll be boarding at gate 6 at three forty-five.
John: Gate 6. OK thank you.
Check-in clerk: You`re welcome.

CHECKING IN - DIALOGUE AIRPORT Conversation

Julia: Is this where we check-in for the flight to Barcelona?
Check-in clerk: Yes, Madam. Could I have your tickets and passports, please? And could you put your luggage on the scale?
Julia: Can I take this little bag as hand luggage?
Check-in clerk: Yes, that would be fine. Aisle seat or window seat?
Julia: Window seat, please.
Check-in clerk: Here are your boarding passes. Please remember to present your pass at the gate.
Julia: Can we board the plane now?
Check-in clerk: I'm sorry but you have to wait for the announcement of your boarding time and before that you have to proceed to Passport Control please.
Julia: Thank you.
Check-in clerk: Manila Airways flight MA 315 to Paris and Barcelona. This flight is now boarding at Gate 9.

TRAVELLING BY FERRY Conversation

Jane: Good afternoon. Could you tell me if there's a morning ferry from here to Plymouth?
Travel Agent: Yes, it's eight o'clock on Mondays and Wednesdays.
Jane: And what time does it get to Plymouth?
Travel Agent: Seven o'clock the following evening.
Jane: There's only one ferry, is that right?
Travel Agent: Yes, it departs at eight o'clock.
Jane: Uh-huh. And how much is the fare?
Travel Agent: That depends on what type of accomodation you would prefer. How many are travelling with you Miss?
Jane: Well, we're two adults and a child, and we'd like a cabin of our own. What sort of accommodation is there on the boat?
Travel Agent: Well, there's either a four berth cabin or a two berth cabin. They can both be standard or special. What time of year do you wish to travel?
Jane: We're going in August.
Travel Agent: August. Well, for a four-berth cabin it would be €50 per person, and for a special cabin, which has got wash-basin, shower and toilet, that would be €60 per person. It's half fare for children, under twelve.
Jane: Oh, that's good news! Well, our child is under twelve.
Travel Agent: It's half fare, then. So, if you pay at the end of July a special cabin is €150 for the three of you and a standard cabin is €125. We also have five couchette cabins which are a bit cheaper, they are €30 per person but there is no discount for children.
Jane: €30.
Travel Agent: That's only for the single jouney passengers. All prices include dinner, berth and breakfast, so there are two meals included plus the accommodation.
Jane: And what about taking our car, will that be extra?
Travel Agent: Yes, the car charges will be based on the length of the vehicle. What kind of car do you have Madam?
Jane: Oh, it's a Rover. I have an idea of the length.
Travel Agent: That'd be €30 each way.
Jane: €30...
Travel Agent: Yes, for one way.
Jane: Is there any discount for a return journey?
Travel Agent: No, it's the same price.
Jane: And what about reservations? Do we have to book in advance?
Travel Agent: Yes, we have to confirm the availability of the cabins.
Jane: OK. Well, thank you very much. I'll probably call back to book the tickets. I'll have to think about it first.
Travel Agent: That's fine, Madam. Thank you.

Asking about TRIPS Conversation

Sean: Good afternoon. I'm heading for Zurich. Could you please tell me if there is a train that will leave today or tomorrow first thing in the morning?
Travel Agent: There's only one train every evening at 20:15.
Sean: What time does it arrive in Zurich?
Travel Agent: The train leaving today arrives at 10:00 on Tuesday.
Sean: How much is the fare?
Travel Agent: The single fare is €711 first class and €385 second class.
Sean: Is sleeping accommodation included?
Travel Agent: No, there's an extra fee for that.
Sean: Oh, what sort of accommodation is there?
Travel Agent: Well, It will depend on whether you travel first or second class. There are single berth compartments for first class passengers and two or three berth compartments for second class passengers.
Sean: How much is a first class berth?
Travel Agent: It's €306 each night.
Sean: Can I book a berth in advance?
Travel Agent: Yes, we can book a berth for you. We just have to verify the availability.
Sean: I see. And how much is it to Zurich by air, please? Economy class.
Travel Agent: That will cost you €1855. There is a flight on Saturday at 4:45 pm that gets to Zurich at 7:35 pm.
Sean: Is there any discount for return tickets?
Travel Agent: No, I'm sorry, there is not.
Sean: Well, I'll have to think about it first. I'll call back to book the tickets. Thanks
Travel Agent: Thank you for calling.

BUYING AN AIRPLANE TICKET Conversation

Travel Agent: Good morning. Blue Ocean Travel.
Brad: Oh, hello. Do you sell airline tickets for India?
Travel Agent: Yes, sir.
Brad: Right. I'd like three tickets from London Gatwick to India.
Travel Agent: What's your exact destination?
Brad: New Delhi.
Travel Agent: And when do you want to go?
Brad: I'd like to go on Thursday the tenth of next month.
Travel Agent: Return or one-way?.
Brad: I'd like return tickets,please. We want to come back three weeks later.
Travel Agent: OK. I'll just check on the computer. OK, do you want economy or business class?
Brad: Oh, business class is expensive. I prefer economy. How much is that?
Travel Agent: Let me see. Three return tickets in economy, and your departure date is the 10th...Ok, on Air India it's about 1,500 pounds. Massa Airlines is more expensive - about 2,000 pounds but it's a shorter flight. Which do you prefer?
Brad: The cheaper one, Air India. What time does the flight leave London?
Travel Agent: At 11:00 in the morning.
Brad: Is it a direct flight?
Travel Agent: No, there's a short stop in Istanbul.
Brad: Fine. I'd like three tickets then, please New Delhi.

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KATE MIDDLETON

"Duchess of Cambridge"
Catherine at the Garter Procession in 2008
Spouse Prince William, Duke of Cambridge
Full name
Catherine Elizabeth[fn 1]
House House of Windsor
Father Michael Francis Middleton
Mother Carole Elizabeth (née Goldsmith)
Born 9 January 1982 (1982-01-09) (age 29)
Reading, Berkshire, England
Religion Anglican (Church of England)
Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge (born Catherine Elizabeth Middleton, 9 January 1982), popularly known as "Kate", is the wife of Prince William, Duke of Cambridge. William is second in line to the thrones of the sixteen Commonwealth realms.

Catherine grew up in Chapel Row at Bucklebury, a village near Newbury, Berkshire, England.[1] She studied in Scotland at the University of St Andrews, where she met William in 2001. They started a romantic relationship that continued until a break-up lasting for several months in 2007. However, they continued to be friends and rekindled their relationship later that year.

Prior to the wedding, Catherine attended many high-profile royal events. She has been admired for her fashion sense and has been placed on numerous "best dressed" lists.[2][3][4] Once their relationship became public, Catherine received widespread media attention and there was much speculation that she and William would eventually marry. Their engagement was announced on 16 November 2010, and they married on 29 April 2011 at Westminster Abbey.

PRINCE WILLIAM

Prince William, Duke of CambridgeFrom Wikipedia.
Prince William on 12 June 2010
Spouse Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge
Full name
William Arthur Philip Louis [fn 1]
House House of Windsor
House of Schleswig-Holstein-Sonderburg-Glücksburg[2]
Father Charles, Prince of Wales
Mother Diana, Princess of Wales
Born 21 June 1982 (1982-06-21) (age 28)
St Mary's Hospital, London
Religion Anglican (Church of England)
Prince William, Duke of Cambridge KG FRS (William Arthur Philip Louis; born 21 June 1982) is the elder son of Charles, Prince of Wales, and Diana, Princess of Wales, and third eldest grandchild of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.
He was educated at four schools in the United Kingdom and obtained a degree from the University of St Andrews. He spent parts of a gap year in Chile, Belize, and countries in Africa. He was commissioned as a lieutenant in the Blues and Royals regiment of the Household Cavalry—serving with his brother Prince Harry—and, two years later, earned his wings by completing pilot training at Royal Air Force College Cranwell. In 2009, the Prince transferred to the Royal Air Force, was promoted to flight lieutenant and underwent helicopter flying training in order to become a full time pilot with the Search and Rescue Force. In Autumn 2010, he completed his general and special-to-type helicopter training and he is now at RAF Valley on No. 22 Squadron performing co-pilot duties on board a Sea King search and rescue helicopter. Prince William married his long-term girlfriend Catherine "Kate" Middleton on 29 April 2011 at Westminster Abbey.[4] Hours prior to his wedding, Prince William was created Duke of Cambridge, Earl of Strathearn and Baron Carrickfergus.[5][6]