New English file Unit 6 Practical English. In the street

Summary

In this brief interaction, a person seeks directions to King Street from a passerby. The first few responses are unclear, leading to a bit of confusion. However, the passerby eventually provides clear, step-by-step instructions: go straight, pass the church, turn left at the traffic lights, and then take the second right. After a quick clarification, the directions are understood, and the conversation ends with a polite exchange of thanks.

Takeaways

• 😀 The speaker is asking for directions to King Street.
• 😀 Multiple people are approached for directions but none seem to know the exact location of King Street.
• 😀 One person responds with partial information, indicating that King Street is nearby but they don't know the exact street.
• 😀 The second person provides clearer directions, starting with going straight ahead.
• 😀 The directions include passing a church and then turning left at the traffic lights.
• 😀 The directions specify that King Street is likely the second street on the right after turning at the traffic lights.
• 😀 The speaker asks for clarification after hearing the directions, which is provided again with the same details.
• 😀 The person giving directions seems somewhat unsure but offers a best guess.
• 😀 The speaker thanks the person for the directions after receiving the clarification.
• 😀 The overall interaction highlights a common scenario where someone asks for directions, and the person offering them may not be completely sure.

Q & A

What is the main question being asked in the script?

The main question being asked is for directions to King Street.

How do the people approached initially respond to the question about King Street?

The people approached either don't know or cannot provide specific directions to King Street.

What is the first clear direction given to the person asking for directions?

The first clear direction is to go straight ahead and pass the church.

What should the person do after passing the church?

After passing the church, the person should turn left at the traffic lights.

How many times is the direction repeated in the conversation?

The directions are repeated once, with the person asking to clarify the instructions.

What is the final part of the directions to reach King Street?

The final part is to take the second street on the right after turning left at the traffic lights.

Why does the person asking for directions request a repeat of the instructions?

The person requests a repeat of the instructions because they want to ensure they understood the directions correctly.

How does the person giving directions feel about the instructions?

The person giving directions seems confident in the route, though they express some uncertainty by saying 'I think it's the second on the right.'

What role does the church play in the directions?

The church serves as a landmark, helping the person asking for directions understand where to start and when to make the first turn.

Is there any mention of street names besides King Street in the directions?

No, only King Street is mentioned as the destination, with no other specific street names given in the directions.