Bus, Subway, Taxi
There are a lot of choices when it comes to how to get around in most towns and cities in America. In addition to the above, you may also want to ride a bicycle, car pool or get involved in a ride share program. Getting from A to B can be a little complicated, at least at first. Here the objective is for you to acquire vocabulary and expressions related transportation, and be able to apply this knowledge to situations. Further, you will have a more complete framework for navigating the new city.
Taking the Bus
Dialogue
P: Hi, how much is it to ride?
D: The ________ is $ 1.25.
If you want to go to ________ two, it's an additional quarter.
P: I understand that I can buy an ________ if I need to.
D: Yes, you can get a ________ if you are a student.
P: What is that on the front of the bus?
D: It's a ________.
P: The ________ is really awful.
D: You're in luck. We travel on a ________.
Traffic Jam Fare Bike Rack Bus Lane
Discount All Day Pass Zone
Riding the Train
Hailing a Cab
Hail a cab? - I'll keep the meter running? - dispatcher? What does all this mean? In the article to the right, you will see a list expressions that you may hear and say when taking a taxi in America. Have a look at this, and be prepared to use some of this in the upcoming exercise.
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