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)– Can you help me figure out where I should go first to check in at this airport?
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2) – Is there someplace where I can find out what I can carry in my baggage?
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3) – Can my friend go inside with me?
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4) – Can my friends pick me up here when I return?
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Talking to a Flight Attendant
Exercise 1 Practice reading the following words and word combinations. Be sure in their pronunciation. Learn them by heart.
| a flight attendant | бортпроводник |
| in-flight instructions | инструктаж в полёте |
| to clarify | уточнить |
| a seat cushion | подушка кресла |
| a flotation device | плавсредство |
| a seat pocket | карман сиденья |
| to hit turbulence unexpectedly | неожиданно попасть в зону турбулентности |
Exercise 2 Learn the following dialogues
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A: Can I ask you some questions about the in-flight instructions?
B: I would be happy to help you clarify anything you need help with.
A: Could you help me find out where my nearest exit is?
B: There is a card in your seat pocket that shows you where your nearest exit is. Yours is two rows in front of you.
A: Where is my oxygen mask that you were talking about?
B: Your oxygen mask is above you, next to the reading light. It will drop down when you need it.
A: I am concerned about landing in the water.
B: The life jackets are under your seat. You can also use your seat cushion as a flotation device.
A: What is the most important thing we can do to stay safe?
B: The most important thing you can do is keep your seatbelt fastened when the captain asks you to.
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A: I am kind of confused about the in-flight instructions and need to ask you a few questions.
B: It would be my pleasure to help you with any questions you might have.
A: Where is that card that shows my nearest exit?
B: That card is in the seat pocket right in front of you. Your nearest exit is directly behind you.
A: Is my oxygen mask up here?
B: Your oxygen mask will drop down if we lose cabin pressure.
A: Do we have any life jackets on this plane if we need them?
B: Your seat cushion can be used as a flotation device and your life jacket is under the seat cushion.
A: It seems really windy outside.
B: The wind won't be a problem. Always make sure that your seatbelt is fastened when you are requested to fasten it.
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A: Would it be all right if I asked you a few questions about your in-flight instructions?
B: I would love to help clarify any questions you might have.
A: When you were talking about the nearest exit, what were you talking about?
B: There's a card in this seat pocket that shows you where your nearest exit is. Your nearest exit is right here.
A: What if I need an oxygen mask?
B: The oxygen mask is above you and will drop down if you need it.
A: Where are the life jackets?
B: You will find your life jacket under your seat if you need it. Also, you have a seat cushion that can be used as a flotation device.
A: If I want to be safe, what can I do?
B: Keep your seatbelt fastened at all times. If you fall asleep, keep it fastened loosely around you in case we hit turbulence unexpectedly.
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)– Can I ask you some questions about the in-flight instructions?
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2) – Could you help me find out where my nearest exit is?
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3) – What if I need an oxygen mask?
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4) – If I want to be safe, what can I do?
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Talking to a Seatmate
Exercise 1 Practice reading the following words and word combinations. Be sure in their pronunciation. Learn them by heart.
| That rain is really coming down out there! | Этот дождь льет как из ведра! |
| I get kind of nervous | я немного нервничаю |
| for a while | некоторое время |
| to be scared of doing smth. | бояться делать что-то. |
| a flock of birds | стая птиц |
| beverage | напиток |
| enough altitude | достаточная высота |
| be headed for.. | направляться к.. |
| to take a nap | вздремнуть; подремать |
Exercise 2 Learn the following dialogues
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A: That rain is really coming down out there!
B: Yes, it's kind of crazy weather outside.
A: I get kind of nervous flying in this kind of weather.
B: I don't think anyone feels all that comfortable flying in a storm.
A: Do you think it will be this bad the whole trip?
B: On the weather channel, this storm looked to be a big one. It will probably be with us for a while.
A: I worry about too much ice on the wings.
B: I have to believe that our pilot knows what he is doing and we'll be okay.
A: When do you think the pilot will turn off the Fasten Your Seatbelt sign?
B: He'll turn it off as soon as he knows that we are through the turbulence.
A: Do you think that we are going to crash?
B: Maybe. You just never know.
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A: It sure is windy out there!
B: It definitely is not the perfect day to fly, is it?
A: I am scared of flying to begin with, but bad weather makes it a little worse.
B: Anyone who actually enjoys flying in bad weather is out of their mind.
A: Will the whole flight be this bad?
B: I think that it will probably let up once we get out of here. Let's cross our fingers!
A: What if we hit a flock of birds?
B: Plane crashes are very rare. We'll be fine.
A: Do you think that the pilot will ever turn off the Fasten Your Seatbelt sign?
B: The pilot needs to make sure that there is no more turbulence before he lets us get up.
A: Do you think that we are going to die?
B: Can I buy you an alcoholic beverage?
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A: I can't believe how bad the weather is today!
B: Yes, according to the weather report, we will be flying through a pretty nasty storm.
A: I don't really like flying in this kind of weather.
B: It is normal to feel a little nervous about flying in bad weather.
A: How long do you think this will last?
B: Usually the pilot can get enough altitude to get above it. I hope that happens this time!
A: What if one of the engines stops working?
B: I trust that the airline wouldn't let us take off without feeling that all was okay.
A: How much longer do you think that the pilot will leave the Fasten Your Seatbelt sign on?
B: When we are past the turbulence, I am sure that the pilot will shut the light off.
A: Do you think we are headed foran air disaster?
B: Would you like a pillow and blanket so you can take a nap?
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