Exercise 4 Give all possible answers to the given phrases:
1)– What do you fancy to eat?
–............................................
2) – Perhaps you would like chocolate-covered strawberries with the champagne?
–…………………………….
3) – This will be charged to your amenities account, okay?
–…………………………….
Checking the Apartment for Anything Damaged
Exercise 1 Practice reading the following words and word combinations. Be sure in their pronunciation. Learn them by heart.
| so far | на данный момент |
| stains | пятна, разводы |
| everything else | все остальное |
| to your liking | на ваш вкус |
| gorgeous | великолепный |
| other than that | кроме этого |
| appealing | привлекательный |
Exercise 2 Learn the following dialogues
A: What do you think about the apartment so far?
B: It is beautiful.
A: You don't have any problems with how it looks?
B: Actually, there is a problem.
A: Like what?
B: There are some stains that were left in the carpet.
A: Those stains will be cleaned out of the carpet before you move in.
B: Oh, is that right?
A: Yes. Now what other problems do you have?
B: That was the only problem that I saw.
A: I'm glad that everything else is to your liking.
B: I honestly love it.
A: Do you like the apartment?
B: I absolutely love the apartment.
A: Everything is okay?
B: I do have one problem with the apartment.
A: What's the problem?
B: I don't like all those stains in the carpet.
A: We will have the carpet cleaned before you move into the apartment.
B: I did not know that.
A: I assure you that we will, and if there are any more problems, feel free to tell me.
B: That was the only thing that I saw wrong with the apartment.
A: I'm glad to know that you think the apartment is so nice.
B: It's absolutely incredible.
A: What are your thoughts on the apartment?
B: I think that it's absolutely gorgeous.
A: There aren't any problems with the apartment?
B: I think that the apartment looks very nice, but I do see some problems.
A: What problems?
B: I did notice a few stains in the carpet.
A: We will have the carpet cleaned before you move in.
B: You will?
A: Yes, but other than that, are there any more problems?
B: That was the only thing that I saw that was wrong with the apartment.
A: I'm happy that you find this apartment so appealing.
B: It is. I love it.
Exercise 3 Render the contents of the dialogue in indirect speech with the use of the highlighted words.
Exercise 4 Give all possible answers to the given phrases:
1)– Do you like the apartment?
–............................................
2) – There aren't any problems with the apartment?
–…………………………….
3) – Now what other problems do you have?
–…………………………….
Asking about Safety Features
Exercise 1 Practice reading the following words and word combinations. Be sure in their pronunciation. Learn them by heart.
| safety features | средства безопасности |
| What are your concerns? | Каковы ваши опасения? |
| fire alarms | пожарная сигнализация |
| escape routes | пути эвакуации |
| fire extinguishers | огнетушители |
| in the hallways | в коридорах |
| Yes, your safety is of concern to us. | Мы заботимся р вашей безопасности. |
| sprinkler system | система пожаротушения |
Exercise 2 Learn the following dialogues
A: I really like this beautiful apartment!
B: Thank you. Do you have any further questions?
A: Yes, I was wondering about safety features.
B: Yes, what are your concerns?
A: How aboutfire alarmsand escape routes?
B: Every apartment has its own smoke alarm, and the whole building is on a sprinkler system.
A: What about fire extinguishers?
B: They are in the hallways on all of the floors. It is suggested that you buy an individual one for your own apartment.
A: What about escape routes in a fire?
B: The escape routes are clearly posted in the hallways.
A: This apartment is everything that I am looking for!
B: Thank you. Is there any other information that you need?
A: Could you tell me a little about safety features?
B: Yes, we have thought of safety. What, specifically, are you interested in?
A: Are your fire alarms up to code?
B: In case of a fire, we have a whole building sprinkler system. In addition, every apartment has its own alarm system.
A: Do you have fire extinguishers available?
B: Yes, there are fire extinguishers outside your door.
You might want to buy a personal one for your kitchen.
A: Are the escape routes clearly posted somewhere?
B: There are fire exit signs in the hallway.
A: What a great apartment!
B: Thanks. Can I answer any questions for you at this point?
A: Have you put any safety features into this building?
B: Yes,your safety is of concern to us. What specifically were you interested in?
A: Can you talk about fire safety?
B: We have a global sprinkler system for the building and individual alarms for each apartment.
A: Are there fire extinguishers anywhere?
B: There are fire extinguishers in the hallways. If I were you, I would buy a personal one for the kitchen.
A: How do I exit the building in case of a fire?
B: There is a card that has escape routes posted on the inside of your front door.
Exercise 3 Render the contents of the dialogue in indirect speech with the use of the highlighted words.
Exercise 4 Give all possible answers to the given phrases:
1)– Could you tell me a little about safety features?
–............................................
2) – Can you talk about fire safety?
–…………………………….
3) – How do I exit the building in case of a fire?
–…………………………….
Asking about the Hotel Gym
Exercise 1 Practice reading the following words and word combinations. Be sure in their pronunciation. Learn them by heart.
| a fitness facility | фитнес-центр |
| to accommodate | учесть |
| patrons | постоянные клиенты |
| lobby | фойе-вестибюль |
| surcharge | доплата |
| trainer services | услуги тренера |
| to anticipate | предвосхищать, предвидеть |
| It's gratis. | Это бесплатно. |
| around the clock | круглосуточно |
Exercise 2 Learn the following dialogues
A: Excuse me. Does this hotel have a fitness facility?
B: Yes, we try to accommodate all needs of our patrons, including fitness.
A: Where is your fitness facility located?
B: The gym is just below the lobby. Take the elevator or the stairs. You can't miss it.
A: Is there an additional surcharge for the gym?
B: No, the gym is free to guests. Take your room key, however, so you can get in.
A: What time is the gym open, and what time does it close?
B: The gym is open seven days a week, twenty-four hours a day.
A: Do you offer trainer services along with the gym?
B: Unfortunately, no. If you want a trainer, you'll have to use another gym.
A: Pardon me. Does your hotel have a fitness facility?
B: Yes, sir. We try to anticipateall our guests' needs, including fitness.
A: Great! Where is it?
B: Sir, the gym is just below the lobby. You can take the elevator or the stairs.
A: Do I have to pay extra?
B: No, sir. It's gratis. Just take your room key so you can get in.
A: What are the gym hours?
B: You'll be happy to know that it's open 24/7.
A: Great! Is a trainer available?
B: I'm sorry, but no. We used to have a trainer, but then he had an unfortunate accident.
A: Does this hotel have an exercise facility?
B: But of course! We have a great exercise facility.
A: Good. Now exactly where is it?
B: It's located right under our lobby. Just take the elevator or the stairs one flight down.
A: Is this going to cost me anything?
B: No, sir. The gym is absolutely free. However, be sure to take your room key with you.
A: When does the gym open and close?
B: The hours couldn't be better, 24/7.
A: Very good. Now, is there a trainer down there?
B: I wish I could tell you yes, but no, there isn't.
A: Do you have a place where I can exercise?
B: Yes, sir. We have a fine exercise facility.
A: I'm happy to hear that. Now, would you tell me where it is?
B: You're actually standing above it. Just take the elevator or stairs down one level.
A: Is the hotel going to charge me a dollar a minute for gym use?
B: No, sir. There's no extra charge. All you need is your room key to open the door.
A: And the gym hours are?
B: Sir, you'll be pleased to know that our gym never closes.
A: One more question: Do you have a trainer?
B: We might be getting one in the near future. But at the present time, no.
A: Excuse me. Do you happen to have a gym here?
B: Yes, sir. I think you'll find our gym quite satisfactory.
A: So, where do I go to exercise?
B: It's only one flight down, sir. Just take the elevator or the stairs.
A: Am I going to be charged extra for using the gym?
B: Sir, you can use the gym for free. All you need is your room key.
A: Great! Now tell me, what are the hours of this gym?
B: Sir, our gym is open around the clock, every day of the week.
A: Do you have a trainer to help me work out?
B: I'm sorry, sir, but we have no trainer.