You are at the airport
the customs agent that you have nothing to declare
explain that you have a night bag and a camera bag
that you are already air sick
ask whether there is duty free shop in the airport
ask whether there is an airport tax
You are at the airport
say that you have almost missed your plane
say that you don't like flying especially when the plane takes off
ask at what time the plane will land
say that you have an excess of luggage
You are at the airport
Ask at what time do you have to check in
Say that you havee to go the airline ticket counter half an hour before departure time
Explain that you have to fill in the police form
Ask for a seat ner the window in the non-smoker section
say that you have luggage to check
You are at the airport
Ask for two aisle seats
Ask what flight it is
Ask whether there is a stopover in Singapore
Ask whether you can have some labels for your luggages
Ask whether the plane is full
While waiting for a train you talk to another passenger
say that it is business trip, a agreement trip, a study trip and a family trip.altogether..
that you have hitchhiked to Lyons
explain that you intend to travel by car throughout Europe
explain that you will rent a caravan and tour overland
give your first impressions
You are in a plane
ask whether there is a pilot in the plane
ask the air hostess when the next meal is
ask for a drink and pills for air sickness
You are on holiday and you have run short of money
explain your friend the situation
say that you did not expect the accommodation to be so expensive
ask whether he/she can lend you some money
say that you have phoned your parents and they are going to send you some money anytime
say that you will give the money back as soon as you get it in two or three days.
You have just arrived in a French family
say that you a had a good journey
explain that it was quite long however
say that you are not hungry but you are you are thirsty
explain that you are quite tired and jet lagged
say that it will take a week before you recover
You are at the beach with a friend
invite your friend to go swimming
ask why does not he fancy swimming now with this heat
tell him to be put some cream against the sun
explain that the sun is dangerous for the skin
ask him to look after your sun glasses and your bag
say that you will be back in a short while
say that it is a pity that he does not want to swim
You are discussing the weather
say that it very cold for the season
ask whether this heat is usually at the time of the year
explain that you have heard on the radio that the weather will change
say that they expect a storm to night
say that will be good because it has not rained for at least two weeks
explain that bushfire are a threat to the forests in a weather like this
You get a phone call from the station . Your brother arrives early from a trip
Express surprise and ask for an explanation
ask why did he not inform you of the change of plan
ask exactly where he is now
offer to come and pick him at the station
say that you will be in there in fifteen minutes
A friend is showing some slides about his last trip
ask whose the convertible car is
ask why does he wear a swimming costume in the centre of town
say that this sunset is very beautiful, but this is the tenth one so far
ask who is behind the tree
thank the person for sharing his slides with you
d that you are very impressed by his talents as a photographer
ask what type of camera, lenses and film he was using .
How would you deal with this catastrophic situations ?
explain that you don't speak French very well and that you have not your vocab book on you but you'll try to explain if they give you a chance.
say that you have lost your suitcase, your memory and your adress and if it goes on you will loose your temper soon
say that you don't have any money because your wallet was in the suitcases
say that you don't have a passport nor credit card nor any traveller's cheque because they were in the wallet and the wallet was in the suitcase
say that you are not accusing anybody you are just saying the truth
ask whether someone speaks English around here and say that you want to see an Australian representant or your lawyer
say that it is the first and last time you 'll come to France
say that you are fed up and that you need your mum or a minties
explain that you don't remember the name of the hotel, nor the airline but you know that it is near the airport or the station
explain that there is a letter box just in front of the door of the hotel
say that you don't know what this sachet is doing in your pocket and how would you know
explain that you don't use sugar, but nutrasweet
say why you, why do these things only happen to you
You are at the lost and found office of a small French town
explain that you have lost your handbag
or it was stolen you are not really sure
Say where , when and when you have lost it
explain why it is urgent you find it soon
explain that you must return home on the following day
ask some advices because your travelling documents were in it
ask what steps should you follow
Say that you did not think about contacting the Australian consulate
ask where is the nearest one and ask whether you can use the phone because you have no money
Say that these type of things only happen to you and that it is not your lucky day
Thank the person for their help and ask whether they could late you know as soon as they know something
ask whether there is any hope of finding your belonging again
You are in the city and you spot a French tourist
offer to help him
suggest the best places to visit
offer to accompany him
say that it is on your way and that you have nothing else to anyway
say that you are happy to have the opportunity to practice your French
explain the opening hours of the shops
suggest some typical souvenirs to bring back
ask him about his opinions of Sydney
explain to him what does the words ‘ mate ‘means
advise him on Australian food
enlighten him about ‘végémite’
tell him about sports in Australia
You are visiting a French family
say that it is the first time that you are overseas
explain why you came to France
say how long you intend to stay
explain what you intend to do on the first day
ve some of your first impressions
offer a present to each of the member of the family
say that you hope they will like them
say that you are sure you will have a pleasant stay here
You in a camping site
ask whether they have any tent sites free
ask what the rates are
say that you are two adults and two children
explain that your intend to stay four nights
ask whether there is a shop on the site
ask where the shower block is
You in a camping site
say that you have your own tent
say that the campsite is well equipped
say that you've written to book a site for a tent by writing and you have confirmed it by phone
say that you would like to buy some post card s
say you want a place to pitch your tent
ask whether they serve meals
ask whether you can cook here
You in a camping site
explain that you would like to change site if possible
explain that your neighbours are too noisy
say that the site is too close to the rubbish bins and that it smells
explain also that there are mosquitoes because it is too damp
apologize for creating problems
You are in a garage
explain the mechanic that your car need servicing
say that you brakes need to be checked
ask him/her to change the oil and add some water
ask to check the pressure and fix up your spare tire
ask for a road map of the region.
You are in a garage
ask the attendant to fill up the tank
ask him/her to check the water and the tires
tell him that there is a noise in the motor
ask him to repair the car
ask when will you have to come back
ask whether you can wash the car here
ask whether they have any toilets here
You are in a restaurant
say that you have booked a table for seven
ask for the set menu, and the wine menu
that you forgot your purse at home
say that you want a separate bill
offer to pay and explain that it is your turn to pay
ask where are the commodities
You are in a restaurant and you are not very happy
You are in a restaurant
order a three course meal and drink
ask if it will take long
call the waiter and tell him that he has forgotten to bring you a serviette vitiate.
tell him that he did a mistake in the bill (he counted six bottles of wine and you only had two.)
You are in a restaurant
order a three Courses meal and drink
ask if it will take long
all the waiter and tell him that he has forgotten to bring you a serviette.
tell him that he made a mistake with the bill (he counted six bottles of wine and you only had two).
You are in a restaurant
tell the waiter that you did not order a steak
tell the waiter that you have been waiting for your meal for half an hour already
order a three course meal
tell the waiter that he has done a mistake in his favour
over the meal you had and add up the bill to show his mistake
You are in a restaurant
say that you have booked a table for two
ask for a table near the window
ask the waiter for the menu
say that you are hungry
ask the waiter what the specials are to day today
ask for the bill
say that you have enjoyed your meal ...
ask whether the service is included
You are in a restaurant
ask whether they have a table for four
say that you will wait for a free table
order a three course meal
ask for the bill
say that you have left your wallet in the hotel
pologize
say that you will be back in five minutes with the money
You are in youth hostel
explain that you will stay one night and maybe more if you like the place
ask whether there are facilities for cooking
ask at what time are the breakfast served
say that you are interested by the evening meal but not lunch
ask at what time must you check out
say that you have a youth hostel membership card and show it.
You are leaving the hôtel
ask for the bill
ask whether there is any mail for you
ask whether they could sent it to you in case some arrive
the receptionist to call for a taxi
ask how far is the airport from the city
ask whether there is bus service
You are in an hotel
ask whether they have a free room
say that it is for one night
explain that you would like a bathroom and two beds
ask for the price
ask what is the room number
ask whether they accept credit card of Australian money
ask if there is a lift
You are booking a room
say that you would like to see the room first
ask for a less expensive room
what is your room number
that ask whether you must leave your key at the reception when you leave
say that you intend to stay for quite a long time
ask whether they have special price for longer stays
You have just arrived at the hotel
ask where the reception counter is
ask whether there any room available
explain that this place you has been recommended by a friend
ask whether you have to fill out a form
ask where you could park your car
You are in an hotel
say that you have booked for a room for two
ask whether there is a restaurant in the hotel
explain that the light does not work in you room
ask whether the breakfast is included
ask for the key , for room number 12
say that you have forgotten which floor is your room is on
You are in an hotel encountering a few problems
explain that you have lost the key
say that expecting a phone call and did not get it
say that the lifts don't work
say that the cafeteria is overpriced
say that you asked the receptionist not to disturb you for any reason whatsoever…
that you won't recommend this hotel to anyone
You are in an hotel
ask whether they have a free room
say that it is for one night
explain that you would like a bathroom and two beds
ask for the price
ask what is the room number
ask whether they will accept credit card or Australian money
ask if there is a lift
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