Finding the Way

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Finding the Way

Intermediate

Exercise 1

Vocabulary

out of town

Phrase

aʊt əv taʊn

from a different town/city

He is from out of town and he got lost.

find one's way around

Phrase

faɪnd wʌnz weɪ əˈraʊnd

to move around a place and not get lost

Do you think you can find your way around or do you want me to take you there?

department store

Noun

dɪˈpɑːrtmənt stoʊr

a large store divided into smaller sections which sell different types of goods

This is one of the most famous department stores in the world.

We went to the department store to buy gifts for our friends.

show the way

Phrase

ʃoʊ ðə weɪ

to explain to someone how to reach a place

Just follow me, I'll show you the way.

Exercise 2

Useful Expressions

Excuse me, could you help me, please?

Go straight/go down (the street).

Can you tell me where I can find ... ?

Could you please tell me how to get there?

Can you tell me where we are?

Can you please show it on the map?

Turn (take the turn) left/right.

Exercise 3

Dialogue Practice

Read the dialogue aloud with your tutor.

Mr. Adachi is looking for a bank.
	Akio Adachi Excuse me, could you help me, please?
	David I can try. What do you need?
	Akio Adachi I'm from out of town and I'm trying to find my way around this place. Can you tell me where I can find a bank?
	David Well, the closest one is in the Woodpecker’s department store.
	Akio Adachi Could you please tell me how to get there?
	David Of course. Let's see... You go down this street, then turn left and walk straight. The department store will be on your right.
	Akio Adachi I'm so sorry, but it’s a bit confusing. Can you show me the way on the map, please?
Mr. Adachi takes out a map.
	Akio Adachi Here!
	David Let me see.
David points his finger at a place on the map.
	David You are here now. The department store is right here, so you turn left here and go straight.
	Akio Adachi I see. Thank you very much!
	David You're welcome!
A few hours later, Mr. Adachi is out walking. He seems to be lost. He asks a police officer to help him.
	Akio Adachi Excuse me, officer, could you help me, please?
	Police Officer What seems to be the problem, sir?
	Akio Adachi I think I might be lost. I’m searching for Grand Duffel hotel.
	Police Officer Oh, I see. Don't worry. It’s close! Go down this street, take the first right turn and the hotel will be next to the tourist agency.
	Akio Adachi Oh, wonderful! Thank you!
	Police Officer Good luck!

Exercise 4

Fill in the Blanks

Fill in the blanks to complete the dialogue.

Nathan wants to buy souvenirs, so he’s looking for a souvenir shop.
	Nathan Excuse me, (1), please?
	Hyun-woo Of course.
	Nathan Can you tell me where (2) a souvenir shop?
	Hyun-woo There are a few souvenir shops on Bentinck Street, I think. It’s not far away.
	Nathan That's good to hear. So, how do I (3) there?
	Hyun-woo Go (4) the street. When you see a Starbucks coffee shop (5) left. Then, you will be on Bentinck Street!
	Nathan Thank you for your help!
After a few hours of walking around, Nathan seems to be lost. He goes into a shop to ask for directions.
	Shop Clerk Hello!
	Nathan Hi! Can I just ask you something?
	Shop Clerk Of course, go ahead.
	Nathan Can you tell me (6)? I can't see the street name anywhere.
	Shop Clerk This is Northcote Road.
	Nathan Can you (7) on the map, please?
	Shop Clerk Sure. Here! This is where we are.
The shop clerk points on the map.
	Nathan Ah! Thank you!
	Shop Clerk You’re welcome.

Choose answers from the options below that fit in blanks 1 to 7

Answer Pool (Questions 1-7)

could you help me
down
turn
where we are
show it
get
I can find

Exercise 5

Role Play

Role-play the following situation with your tutor.

Situation

You are trying to find the closest post office. Ask a passer-by to help you. Your teacher will act as a passer-by. Switch roles after that.

Exercise 6

Discussion

Have you ever been lost? If so, describe the situation.

Do you know your city/town well? Do you think you could help a lost tourist?

Are you good at finding your way or do you easily get lost?

What do you think people who are lost shouldn’t do?

Do you think that being lost can be a fun experience? Why?