VII. Suggested activities
1. Explain what kinds of gasoline stations exist in the United States.
2. Speak on the differences in services at the gas stations in the U.S. and in Russia.
3. Make up dialogues, using expressions from sections IV–VI.
Lesson 19
YOUR CAR BREAKS DOWN
I. NOTE
Many Americans now have telephones in their cars. Increasingly, you will see
people driving while holding a telephone. Some are concerned that it is unwise to
drive engage in a telephone conversation at the same time. Those who have car telephones
defend their use by saying that they actually drive more slowly and cautiously,
because they are not in such hurry to get to the office to return their phone
calls.
Throughout the U.S., the number 911 has been recognized as an emergency telephone
number. By dialing 911, you can report your whereabouts and a lifethreatening
situation. Fire, police or medical personnel are then dispatched depending
on the circumstances.
II. DIALOGUE
You: I don’t know what’s wrong. It’s a rental car. Maybe I should call the emergency
number of the agency.
Motorist: Can I give you a lift to the next exit?
(You notice that he has a telephone in his car).
You: If you don’t mind, I think I’ll call the rental agency
Motorist: Not at all. Go right ahead.
(You hang up. You dial the emergency number. The agent who answers tells you to
have your car towed to the nearest garage. They will reimburse the garage for any
parts and labor.)
You: Thanks. Can you drop me off at the Exxon station at the next exit?
Motorist: No problem. You’re not from around here are you?
You: No, I’m not an American. I’m visiting the U.S. for the first time. I’ve been to
Atlanta, Georgia, and now I’m on my way to your nation’s capital.
Motorist: You mean Washington?
You: That’s right.
Motorist: I’ve never been there. I’d like to go there one day. They say it’s a lovely
city. Hope the rest of your trip goes well!
IV. IDIOMS
Smell a Rat
(feel that something is wrong)
How come the front door is open? Didn’t you close it before we went shopping?
I’m sure I did. I can’t understand it.
Frankly, I smell a rat.
Me, too. I’m convinced that something is definitely wrong here.
We’d better call the police.
Go to the Dogs
(become run-down)
Have you seen their house lately? It’s really gone to the dogs.
It’s true that it has become run-down and in serious need of repair, but I’m
sure that it can be fixed up to look like new.
I guess with a little carpentry work and some paint it could look pretty decent.
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