Unit 3
Section A 2 d
He Wei: This is a Fun Times Park, the biggest amusement park in our city!
Alice: I'm excited to try the rides!
He Wei: What should we start with?There is Space World, Water World,Animal World...
Alice: Before we decide, could you first tell me where the restrooms are?
He Wei: Pardon? Restroom? You want to rest? But we haven't even started yet!
Alice: Oh no, I don't mean that.I mean...you know a washroom or bathroom.
He Wei: Humm...so you mean... the toilet?
Alice: Yes! Sorry, maybe people in China don't often use the word "restroom" when they speak English.
He Wei: That's right.In China we normally say "toilet" or "wash room" in English.Anyway, they are over there.
Alice: OK. I will be quick!
He Wei: No problem. You don't need to rush!
3a
Find Times Park -Always a Fun Time!
[Alice and He Wei are in space world.]
Alice: I wonder where we should go next.
He Wei: How about that new ride over there?
Alice: Well...it looks scary.
He Wei: Come on!I promise it will be exciting!If you are scared, just a shout or hold my hand.
[After the ride...]
Alice: You were right! That was fun! I was scared at first, but shouting did help.
He Wei: See, that wasn't so bad, right?You never know until you try something.
Alice: Yes, I'm so glad I tried it!
He Wei: Do you want to go to Water World now?
Alice: Sure, but I'm getting hungry.Do you know where we can get some good food quickly?
He Wei: Of course! I suggest Water City Restaurant in Water World.It serves delicious food.
Alice: Great! Let's go!
[On their way to Water City Restaurant, Alice and He Wei pass by Uncle Bob's.]
Alice: Look! This restaurant looks interesting. The sign says a rock band plays here every evening.
He Wei: Why don't we come back here for dinner later? Let's ask what time the band starts playing.
[Alice and He Wei walk up to a staff person at the door.]
He Wei: Excuse me, could you tell us when the band starts playing this evening?
Staff: Eight o clock. The restaurant is always busy at that time, so come a little earlier to get a table.
He Wei: OK. Thank you!
Section B 2b
Could You Please...?
When you visit a foreign country, it is important to know how to ask for help politely. For example, you may ask "Where are the restrooms?" or "Could you please tell me where the restrooms are?" These are similar requests for directions. Both are correct, but the first one sounds less polite. That is because it is a very direct question. It is not enough to just ask a question correctly. We also need to learn how to be polite when we ask for help.
Good speakers change the way they speak in different situations. The expressions they use might depend on whom they are speaking to or how well they know each other. It is all right to ask direct questions to your classmates because you know them well. However, if you say to your teacher, "When is the school trip?", this might sound impolite. But if you say "Excuse me, Mr. West. Do you know when the school trip is?", this will sound much more polite.
Usually apply to questions or longer. They include expressions such as "Could you please...? or "May I ask...?"It sounds more polite to say, "Peter, could you please tell me your e-mail address?" than "Peter, tell me your e-mail address." Sometimes we even need to spend time leading into a request. For example, we might first say to a stranger, "Excuse me, I wonder if you can help me" or "I'm sorry to trouble you, but..."before asking for help.
It might seem more difficult to speak politely than directly. However, it is important to learn how to use the right language in different situations. This will help you communicate better with other people.
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