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At Fast Food Restaurant 在快餐馆 Fast food restaurants are popular in the United States for quick, inexpensive meals or snacks. You order your food and take it to a table yourself. If you order your food "to go", you take it out of the restaurant. Tipping is not necessary in this kind of restaurant.
美国的快餐馆因快速供应便宜的饭菜和小吃而深受欢迎。你得自己定购食品，自己端到餐桌上。 如果你定购"带走"的食品，你还可以拿出店外。在这种餐馆里无需付小费。
1.A： What would you like to eat？
B： I'd like a hamburger with lettuce and tomato.
A： How about something to drink？
B： A Coke, please.
A： OK. I'll see if I can get waited on.
2.A： What do you want？
B： I think I'll have a piece of apple pie.
A： Do you want something to drink？
B： Coffee would be fine.
A： OK. Sit down and I'll get it.
3.A： What are you going to have？
B： I'll try a steak sandwich.
A： Can I get you anything to drink？
B： Yes, I'd like a chocolate shake.
A： That sounds good. I think I'll have the same.
4.A： What can I get you？
B： A cheeseburger and an order of french fries would be great.
A： Would you like anything to drink？
B： I feel like having a Coke.
A： That's a good idea. I think I'll join you.
At Dinner 吃晚餐 Dinner time varies somewhat in the United States. In small towns it may be as early as 5：00, while in large cities it may be as late as 9：00. It's best to call for a reservation in expensive or well-known restaurants.
在美国吃晚餐的时间不尽相同。在小城镇可能早在下午五点就吃晚餐，而在大城市可能晚到九点才吃。如果上高级餐厅或有名的饭店去吃晚饭，最好是先打电话预定。
1.A： Would you like to order now？
B： Yes. I'll have the shrimp cocktail to start.
A： What would you like for your main course？
B： I'll have a sirloin steak, medium rare.
2.A： May I take your order？
B： Yes. I'd like a cup of onion soup.
A： And what would you like after that？
B： I'd like the roast chicken, please.
3.A： Are you ready to order？
B： Yes. I'll have the fresh fruit cocktail.
A： And for your entree？
B： I think I'll try the broiled sole.
4.A： Have you decided what you'd like？
B： Yes. First I'll have tomato juice.
A： And then？
B： I'll have the lamb chops, well-done, please.
At Lunch 吃午餐 Lunch is usually served between noon and 2：00. Sandwiches are a very popular quick lunch in both the United States and Canada.
午餐通常从中午供应到下午两点。 在美国和加拿大， 三明治是极大众化的午间快餐食品。
1.A： Please have another sandwich.
B： Thank you, but I really can't eat any more.
A： You're going to have dessert, aren't you？
B： Well, I'll join you if you're having something.
2.A： You'll finish the chicken, won't you？
B： No, thank you. I'm trying to cut down.
A： Aren't you going to have dessert？
B： No, thank you. I just can't eat any more.
3.A： Would you like some more soup？
B： No, thank you. It's delicious, but I've had enough.
A： Would you like soem dessert？
B： Well, maybe I'll have just a small piece of pie.
4.A： Can't you eat the rest of the salad？
B： No, thanks. I'm supposed to be on a diet.
A： Why don't we have something for dessert？
B： I really shouldn't, but I'll have a little ice cream.
At Breakfast 吃早餐 Coffee shops are popular, reasonably priced restaurants for breakfast, lunch, dinner or just a snack.
咖啡馆是大众化的，价格公道的餐馆。在这里可以吃早餐，午餐和晚餐，也可以只吃点点心。
1.A： You're having coffee, aren't you？
B： Yes, I always have coffee in the morning.
A： What are you going to have to eat？
B： I'm going to order scrambled eggs and toast. What about you？
A： That sounds good to me. I'll have the same.
2.A： You'd like coffee, wouldn't you？
B： I think I'd rather have tea this morning.
A： What else are you going to have？
B： Just an English muffin. What are you going to have？
A： That sounds good. I'm going to order the same thing.
3.A： You're going to have coffee, aren't you？
B： Yes. I could use a cup of coffee.
A： Are you going to have anything to eat？
B： French toast sounds good. What are you going to order？
A： I'll have that too.
4.A： A cup of coffee sounds good, doesn't it？
B： Yes, but I think I'll have orange juice first.
A： Do you feel like having anything to eat？
B： Well, I think I'll try the pancakes. How about you？
A： Sounds great. That's just what I feel like having.
Sports 运动 Both team sports and individual sports are extremely popular in the United States. Don't be afraid to try a sport you haven't played before. People are usually willing to help beginners.
在美国，无论是集体的或个人的运动项目，人们都极其喜爱。对于你以前没有玩过的运动，你不妨试一试。人们通常都乐于帮助初学者。
1.A： Would you like to go running？
B： I'd enjoy that. Where would you like to go？
A： We could go to the park. There shouldn't be many people there now.
B： Good. Just let me change.
2.A： How about going for a bike ride？
B： Sure. Where？
A： Let's call Harry and ask him. He always knows the best places to go.
B： That's a good idea. I'll get ready.
3.A： Let's go swimming.
B： OK. Where should we go？
A： Why don't we go down to the lake？ It's not too far from here.
B： Fine. I'll be ready in a minute.
4.A： How about going hiking with us？
B： Sounds good to me. Where do you want to go？
A： Let's go up to the mountains. It should be beautiful there.
B： OK. Just give me a few minutes to get ready.
Shopping 购物 Clothing sizes are measured differently in the United States from the way they're measured in countries where the metric system is used.
美国服装尺寸的量法和使用公制单位的国家不一样。
1.A： Are you being helped？
B： No. What do you have in brown suede jackets, size 40？
A： The closest I have is a 38.
B： Do you think you'll be getting any more in？
A： No, but they might have them at our other store.
2.A： Is anybody waiting on you？
B： No. I'm trying to find a green sweater in extra large.
B： We have your size, but not in that color.
A： Can you order one for me？
B： Certainly. Just give me your name and address.
3.A： Is somebody taking care of you？
B： No. I'd like a long-sleeved shirt in yellow, medium.
A： I think we're out of your size.
B： Well, can you get me one？
A： I think so. Check back next week.
4.A： Is anyone helping you？
B： No. I'm looking for a navy blue raincoat, size 36.
A： I'm afraid we don't have any left.
B： Will you be getting more in？
A： Yes. Try us again next Monday.
At a Bank 在银行 Banking hours are usually from 9：00 to 3：00, Monday to Friday. Sometimes you can't get service in a bank unless you have an account there.
1.A： I'd like to change these pesos, please.
B： How do you want them？
A： It doesn't make any difference.
B： Did you want anything else？
A： Yes, I'd like to open an account.
2.A： Would you cash these travelers checks, please？
B： How would you like them？
A： In ten dollar bill, please.
B： Is there anything else？
A： Yes, I'd like to know how to send money to France.
3.A： Could I change these pounds for dollars, please？
B： Do you want small bills or large？
A： It doesn't matter.
B： Do you want anything else？
A： Yes, I'd like to know the exchange rate for yen.
4.A： Could you change these for me, please？
B： What would you like？
A： Twenties and some smaller bills, please.
B： Anything else？
A： Yes. Could you tell me my balance？ Here's my account number
On the Highway 在公路上 The interstate highway system makes long-distance travel by car fast and convenient. Interstate highways are clearly marked with numbers： odd numbers mark north and south routes and even numbers mark east and west routes. Such toll roads as turnpikes, thruways and parkways are part of the interstate system. The speed limit on all highways is 55 miles per hour unless otherwise posted. Remember that 1 mile=1.6 kilometers.
1.A： We'd better stop and rest pretty soon.
B： OK. I'll look at the map to see exactly where we are.
A： Do you think we'll have any trouble finding a room for the night？
B： I'm sure it'll be easy to find a place.
2.A： We have to watch for Interstate 87？
B： Right！ We still have a ways to go, though.
A： How about staying at a hotel in a city tonight？
B： It might be hard to find a good place to stay this late.
3.A： Let's stop soon. We've driven enough for one day.
B： All right, but we still have a little farther to to.
A： I think we should try to find a reasonable motel tonight.
B： That shouldn't be hard to do.
4.A： Shouldn't we start looking for a place to stay？
B： OK. Why don't you check the map to see where we are.
A： I hope we can find a cheap place to spend the night, don't you？
B： I don't think we'll have any trouble.
At a Gas Station 在加油站 When you buy gas, you should tell the attendant whether you want unleaded, regular or premium gas. You can either ask for a special amount, such as ten dollar's worth, or you can ask the attendant to "fill it up". If the attendant fills it up, he or she will then tell you how much it comes to.
1.A： Fill it up with unleaded and check the oil, please.
B： Do you want me to check the tires？
A： No, that's all for now. What does it come to？
B： $10.00.
2.A： Fill it up with regular, please.
B： All right. Should I take a look at your batter3y？
A： No, thanks. I'm in a hurry. How much is it？
B： $10.00, please.
3.A： Fill it up with premium, please.
B： Sure. Should I check your radiator？
A： No, that's OK. How much do I owe you？
B： That's be $10.00.
4.A： Fill it up, please.
B： Fine. Do you want your windshield cleaned？
A： No, thank you. I don't have time. How much is that？
B： It comes to $10.00.
Making Airline Reservations 预定飞机票 You can go to a travel agency or talk directly to the airlines to make air travel arrangements. Remember that some cities have more than one airport. Be sure you know which airport and terminal your flight leaves from.
1.A： I want to fly to Chicago on Thursday, the 1st.
B： Let me see what's available.
A： I want to go coach, and I'd prefer a morning flight.
B： United's Flight 102 leaves at 9：20.
A： That's fine. What time do I have to be at the airport？
B： Check-in time is 8：45.
2.A： I'd like to make a reserbation to Los Angeles for next Monday.
B： Just a second and I'll check the schedule.
A： I'll need an economy ticket with an open return.
B： TWA has a fight leaving at 9：25.
A： I guess that's OK. What time should I check in？
B： You have to be there half an hour before departure time.
3.A： What flights do you have from New York to London tomorrow？
B： One moment, please, and I'll find out what's available.
A： I'd like to travel first-class.
B： OK. We have a nonstop flight leaving Kennedy at 9：25.
A： When should I get to the airport？
B： Please be there by 8：45 at the latest.
4.A： Do you fly to Dallas on Sunday？
B： Just a minute and I'll see if there are any flights.
A： By the way, I don't want a night flight.
B： There's a DC-10 out of LaGuardia Airport at 9：15.
A： When am I supposed to check in？
B： Try to be there by 8：15-the airport will be crowded.
The New York City Subway 纽约市的地铁 There are subway systems in several cities in the US. New York City has an extensive and rather complicated rapid transit system. Each train is designated by a letter or a number, but most New Yorkers refer to them by such names as the Broadway Local and the 6th Avenue Express. It is important to remember that both local and express trains operate on some lines. You must have a token or, in some cases, the exact change to get on the platforms. Subway maps are available at most token booths.
1.A： Which train do I take to Columbus Circle, please？
B： Take the uptown A train and get off at the next station.
A： And where do I get the train？
B： Just go down those steps.
2.A： How do I get to Rockefeller Center？
B： Take the RR to 34th Street, then change to the D train and go two stops.
A： Which platform is it on？
B： Go down the stairs over there.
3.A： Which line do I take for Greenwich Village？
B： You can take the D, the F or the A. Just make sure you're going downtown.
A： How do I get down to the trains？
B： Take the escalator and then go to the right.
4.A： Can you tell me the best way to get to Wall Street？
B： You want the 7th Avenue Express, the Number 2.
A： Which way should I go？
B： Go straight down those stairs and follow the signs.
At a Railroad Station 在火车站 Long-distance travel by train is not as common in the United Stated as it many other parts of the world. Most train travel is in the "Northeast Corridor" linking Boston, New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, D.C. Special express trains called "Metroliners" travel between New York and Washington, D.C. All seats on these trains are reserved in both coach（2nd class） and club car（1st class）。 Long-distance trains also serve major cities such as Atlanta, Miami, New Orleans, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Seattle. Sleeping compartments are available on most long-distance trains and must be reserved in advance. Most trains are operated by AMTRAK, the national railroad corporation.
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.
Making an Appointment 预约 It is usually necessary to make an appointment with a doctor, dentist or lawyer. You should call as far in advance as possible.
1.A： Would Dr. Block be able to see me at 9：30 tomorrow？
B： I'm sorry, but she won't have any openings until 11：00, unless there's a cancellation.
A： Would 1：00 be convenient？
B： Yes, she's free then.
2.A： I wonder if the dentist could fit me in early tomorrow？
B： I'm afraid there's nothing availavle before noon.
A： How about 12：45？
B： Sorry, but she's busy then too.
3.A： I'd like to make an appointment with Professor Smith. Would 9：00 tomorrow be all right？
B： I'm afraid not. She doesn't have any openings in the morning.
A： Could I possibly make it early in the afternoon？
B： Nol That's not good either. But give me your number and I'll call you if somebody
cancels.
4.A： Do you think the doctor could see me tomorrow before 9：30？
B： She won't be in until 10：45, so the earliest would be 11：00.
A： How would 12：45 be？
B： Just a second. I'll have to check.
Asking for Directions 问路 People are usually helpful when you ask for directions. You should try to have the exact address and be as specific as possible. Telephone directories are the most common sourse of addresses. Remember that many cities and some towns are built in "blocks". People will often tell you, for example, to "go two blocks and turn right."
1.A：Excuse me, Can you tell me where Main Street is？
B：Turn left at the second light and then go straight for two blocks.
A：Is it far？
B：No. It's only a five-minute walk.
A：Thanks a lot.
B：You're welcome.
2.A：Excuse me. Could you please tell me how to get to the station？
B：Turn left at the first light. You can't miss it.
A：Will it take me long to get there？
B：No. It's not far at all.
A：Thank you.
B：Don't mention it.
3.A：Can you help me out？ I'm trying to find a post office.
B：Go three block and make a right. It's right there.
A：Should I take the bus？
B：No. It'll only take about five minutes to walk.
A：Thank you very much.
B：Any time.
4.A：Pardon me. I wonder if you could tell me how to get to Mott Street？
B：Keep going straight for two blocks, then turn right o Elm Street and you'll run right into it.
A：Is it too far to walk？
B：Nl. It's only a little ways.
A：Thanks.
B：Sure. Have a good day.
The weather 天气 A very common way to start a conversation is to talk about the weather. When you're traveling, remember that there is considerable variation in climate in the United States.
1.A： Beautiful day, isn't it？
B： Yes, it's not like what the radio said at all.
A： I wish it would stay this way for the weekend.
B： As long as it doesn't snow！
2.A： It seems to be clearing up.
B： It's such a nice change.
A： I really don't think this weather will last.
B： Let's just hope it doesn't get cold again.
3.A： It looks it's going to be sunny.
B： Yes, it's much better than yesterday.
A： They say we're going to get some rain later.
B： Oh, let's just hope it stays warm.
4.A： I think it's going to be a nice day.
B： It's certainly a big improvement over yesterday.
A： But it's supposed to get cloudy and windy again this afternoon.
B： Well,the worst of the winter should be over.
Giving Compliments 赞美 Friends often compliment one another on clothes, especially if the clothes are new.
1.A： What a beautiful sweater！
B： Do you think it looks good on me？
A： Yes, and it goes beautifully with your pants.
B： You won't believe it, but it was really cheap.
A： I wish I could find one just like it.
2.A： I like your new coat.
B： Do you think it fits OK？
A： Yes. It looks terrific！
B： I bought it at half price.
A： You were lucky to find it.
3.A： That's a very nice jacket.
B： Does it really look OK？
A： Yes, and I like the color too. It matches your hat.
B： And I got it on sale.
A： That's incredible！
4.A： I love that shirt.
B： Do you really like it？
A： Yes, it fits perfectly.
B： It wasn't very expensive either.
A： That's amazing！ It sure looks expensive.
Special Greetings 节假日的问候
There are eight national holidays celebrated in the United States： New Year's
Day(Jan.), Washington's Birthday （Feb.）, Memorial Day（May）, the Fourth of July, Labor Day(Sep.）,Veteran's Day（Nav.）,Thanksgiving（Nov.） and Christmas（Dec.）, In addition, there are many state and local holidays.
1. A： Merry Christmas！
B： The same to you！
A： Are you doing anyting special？
B： We're having some friends over. What are you doing？
A： Oh, I'm just going to take it easy.
2. A： Happy New Year！
B： Thank you！ Same to you.
A： Have you got any plans？
B： I've been invited over to la friend's. And you？
A： My reemmate's having a party.
3. A： Have a nice Thanksgiving！
B： Same to you！
A： Are you going anywhere？
B： I thought about going to my sister's. How about you？
A： Oh, I'll probably just stay at home.
4. A： Have a nice weekend！
B： Thanks. You too！
A： Do you have any plans？
B： Well, my family's away and I can't afford to do much. What about you？
A： Oh, I haven't decided what I'm going to do yet. |
发表于 2007-12-27 08:15:27
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