Greet the store clerk, and ask him if he speaks English.
52
52
2
Apologize and explain that you do not speak English.
53
53
1
Explain to the store clerk that, unfortunately, you only speak a little French.
54
54
2
Reassure Mrs. Johnson that it's all right.
55
55
2
Let her know that you understand her.
56
56
1
Explain to the store clerk that you become nervous when speaking French.
57
57
2
Reaffirm that you understand her very well.
Meeting and Greeting 2
Pascal and Nadine engage in some small talk.
1
2
Pascal
52
Nadine
104
5
58
58
1
Greet your friend Nadine and ask how she's doing.
59
59
2
Tell Pascal that everything is going well, and ask how he is.
60
60
1
Tell her you're doing well. Thank her, and inquire about her family.
61
61
2
Tell him that they are well, and thank him.
62
62
1
As you take your leave, say good-bye in a friendly manner.
Meeting and Greeting 3
Stephanie meets her old friend Serge on the street. They introduce one another to their respective companions.
1
2
Stephanie
53
Serge
54
12
63
63
1
Greet Serge.
64
64
2
Return Stephanie's greeting, and ask her if she's already met your friend Patrick.
65
65
1
Tell Serge that you haven't had the pleasure (of meeting him).
66
66
2
Introduce Patrick to Stephanie Leblanc.
67
67
1
Tell Patrick that you are very glad to meet him.
68
68
1
Introduce him to you husband Charles, your daughter Christine, and your son Michel.
69
69
2
Ask her how long she will be staying here.
70
70
1
Explain that you will be here for several weeks.
71
71
2
Ask Stephanie if she will then return home.
72
72
1
Give an affirmative response.
73
73
2
It is time to go. Tell Stephanie that you were very happy to see her, and say good-bye.
74
74
1
Say good-bye.
Taking a Taxi 1
Mrs. Caldwell takes a taxi to the airport.
1
2
Mrs. Caldwell
55
Taxi Driver
56
13
117
117
1
Hail the taxi, and ask the driver if he is free.
118
118
2
Give an affirmative response.
119
119
1
Politely ask the driver if he can take your bag.
120
120
2
Explain to Mrs. Caldwell that you will put it in the trunk.
121
121
1
Thank the driver, and tell him to go to the airport. Don't forget to say please.
122
122
2
Ask Mrs. Caldwell which airline she will be flying.
123
123
1
Politely inform him that you need to go to the Air Afrique terminal.
124
124
1
Politely suggest that he take the shortest route.
125
125
1
Explain that you are in a hurry.
126
126
2
Let her know that the bridge is the fastest way.
127
127
1
Express your satisfaction with his suggestion, and explain that you should have been there fifteen minutes ago.
128
128
1
Add that your flight leaves at ten o'clock.
129
129
1
Ask him to please hurry up.
Taking a Taxi 2
Mrs. Vermot takes a taxi to the Café des deux Magots.
1
2
Mrs. Vermot
57
Taxi Driver
56
8
130
130
1
Tell the driver you would like to go to the Café des deux Magots.
131
131
2
You've been caught off guard. Ask Mrs. Vermot where that is.
132
132
1
Explain that it's on Rue République.
133
133
1
Explain in more detail that it's after the second set of traffic lights.
134
134
2
Confused, ask if it's straight ahead.
135
135
1
Tell him yes. Then tell him to turn left and take his first right.
136
136
2
Ask Mrs. Vermot if it's that building with the big green sign.
137
137
1
Affirm that it is, and tell him that he can drop you off at the corner.
Taking a Taxi 3
Suzanne takes a taxi to the hotel.
1
2
Suzanne
58
Taxi Driver
56
14
138
138
1
Tell the driver you would like to go to the Pension Muguet.
139
139
2
Politely acknowledge her request.
140
140
1
Mention to the driver that it is rather windy.
141
141
1
Ask if he can please close the window.
142
142
2
Say yes, and ask her if it's better.
143
143
1
Thank the driver, and point out that the hotel is right there.
144
144
1
Explain that if he drops you off here, you can walk the rest of the way.
145
145
2
Surprised by her request, ask if she is sure.
146
146
1
Ask the driver if he has change for a 100-franc note.
147
147
2
Tell Suzanne that you don't think you do.
148
148
1
Apologize to the driver.
149
149
1
Explain to him that you have nothing smaller.
150
150
1
Tell him to wait (as you rummage through your purse). Mention that you have a 50-franc note and some change. Ask if it will be enough.
151
151
2
Tell her that's fine, and say thanks.
At the Hotel 1
Ms. Morin walks into a hotel and inquires about the availability of a single room.
1
2
Miss Morin
59
Front Desk Attendant
51
11
201
201
1
Having just walked into the hotel off the street, greet the attendant and ask if he has a room for one person.
202
202
2
Greet the young lady and ask how long she intends to stay.
203
203
1
Inform the attendant that you will be staying for two weeks.
204
204
2
Let her know that you have a lovely single room available.
205
205
1
Ask if it has a sink.
206
206
2
Confirm that it does, and mention that the bathroom is located just down the hall.
207
207
1
Inquire about the rate.
208
208
2
Tell her it is two hundred and thirty francs per day.
209
209
1
Ask what is included.
210
210
2
Explain that there is a telephone and a television inside the room. And mention that breakfast is also included.
211
211
1
Tell him you'll take it.
At the Hotel 2
Mr. Gabin checks into the hotel.
1
2
Mr. Gabin
61
Front Desk Attendant
60
17
212
212
1
Greet the attendant and tell her your name.
213
213
1
Explain that she should have a room for you.
214
214
2
Ask Mr. Gabin when he made the reservation.
215
215
1
Tell the attendant that you called in your reservation yesterday.
216
216
2
Let him know that you have found his name. Confirm that it's for a double room with a bath.
217
217
1
Tell her that's it. Mention that it's for ten days.
218
218
2
Ask Mr. Gabin if he can please sign the register.
219
219
2
Politely ask if you can see his passport.
220
220
1
Hand over your passport to the attendant. Ask her if she could provide you (and your companions) with an extra bed.
221
221
2
Happily oblige.
222
222
1
Ask if there is an extra charge.
223
223
2
Offer a negative response.
224
224
1
Ask if she can recommend (to you and your companions) a good restaurant.
225
225
2
Mention that the hotel serves excellent meals, and add that there are several cafés in the area.
226
226
1
Ask the attendant when meals are served.
227
227
2
Hand Mr. Gabin a printed list of the dining room hours.
228
228
2
Remind him to leave his key when he goes out.
At the Hotel 3
Mrs. Gabin discusses extra-curricular activities with the hotel concierge.
1
2
Mrs. Gabin
62
Concierge
63
11
229
229
1
Ask the Concierge if he could reserve some opera tickets for you.
230
230
2
Confirm that, yes, you can order them for her.
231
231
1
Tell him you would like two tickets for the performance at the Petit Opéra de Paris tomorrow night.
232
232
2
Explain that it may be difficult, but reassure her that you'll try.
233
233
1
Ask the Concierge where the hairdresser is.
234
234
2
Point out that it's right there, after the stairway in the lobby.
235
235
2
Add that there is also a gift shop.
236
236
1
Ask the Concierge if he could send a newspaper and some ice up to your room.
237
237
2
Respond affirmatively. Ask if there's anything else you can do for her.
238
238
1
Ask the Concierge if he could wake you a six o'clock in the morning.
239
239
2
Happily express your willingness to do so.
Going to the Bank 1
Mr. Martin goes into the bank and inquires about exchanging money.
1
2
Mr. Martin
64
Teller
65
14
296
297
1
Greet the teller, and tell her you would like to change some American dollars into French francs.
298
298
2
Confirm that, of course, he can. Then ask how much he would like to exchange.
299
299
1
Tell her you have one hundred and fifty dollars.
300
300
2
Ask Mr. Martin if he would like to exchange the entire amount.
301
301
1
Politely offer an affirmative response. Inquire about the day's exchange rate.
302
302
2
Inform him that the dollar is worth five francs sixty.
303
303
1
Say okay, and add that you also have some Travelers Checks.
304
304
2
Ask Mr. Martin if he wants to exchange them as well.
305
305
1
Offer an affirmative response.
306
306
1
Mention that you have two hundred and fifty dollars.
307
307
2
From what he's told you, confirm that he wants to exchange four hundred dollars.
308
308
1
Say yes, and thank her. Ask her if you must sign them now.
309
309
2
Say yes, and ask Mr. Martin for some identification.
310
310
1
Hand the teller your passport.
Going to the Bank 2
Mrs. Thibault walks into the bank to report that she has lost her Travelers Checks.
1
2
Mrs. Thibault
66
Teller
68
11
311
311
1
Greet the bank teller, and ask if he can help you.
312
312
2
Say yes, and ask what the problem is.
313
313
1
Explain to the teller that you have lost your Travelers Checks.
314
314
2
Ask Mrs. Thibault how much they were worth.
315
315
1
Explain that you had more than five hundred dollars in Travelers Checks.
316
316
2
Ask her if she thinks they were stolen.
317
317
1
Doubtful, say no and mention that you think you lost them this morning when you were shopping.
318
318
2
Ask Mrs. Thibault if she has a list of the numbers.
319
319
1
Tell him that you have it here.
320
320
2
Suggest that Mrs. Thibault take a seat while you look over them.
321
321
1
Thank the bank teller.
Going to the Bank 3
Aline goes to the bank to inquire about the ATM and to cash a check.
1
2
Aline
67
Teller
68
9
322
322
1
Politely ask the teller if you can use your credit card in the ATM machine.
323
323
2
Say yes, and mention that she can also use her bank's ATM card.
324
324
1
Inquire about the charge for each transaction.
325
325
2
Hand Aline a list of the charges.
326
326
1
Ask the teller if you can cash a check from your bank in Boston.
327
327
2
Say yes, and ask if she has endorsed it.
328
328
1
Say no, but note that you're going to sign it now.
329
329
1
Ask the teller if you can buy Travelers Checks at this bank.
330
330
2
Offer an affirmative response.
Buying Tickets 1
Mr. Thierry goes to see a travel agent about his trip to Bordeaux.
1
2
Mr. Thierry
69
Travel Agent
70
20
368
368
1
Inform the travel agent that you would like to go to Bordeaux next month.
369
369
2
Ask Mr. Thierry how long he intends to stay there.
370
370
1
Tell her just about three weeks.
371
371
2
Take a moment to search the computer... Tell Mr. Thierry that, if he doesn't mind traveling during the week, you can get him a round-trip ticket to Bordeaux for five hundred francs.
372
372
1
Express your surprise that it's so expensive.
373
373
2
Explain to him that it is peak tourist season.
374
374
1
Tell her you are aware of that, and ask if she has anything more reasonable.
375
375
2
In light of Mr. Thierry's reaction, ask if he would be willing to leave with two days' notice.
376
376
1
Tell the agent that you can do that.
377
377
2
In that case, mention that Air France offers a one-way fare of only one hundred francs.
378
378
1
Think it over, and let the agent know that it sounds about right.
379
379
1
Tell her you'll take it.
380
380
2
Mention that he could go stand-by and save even more.
381
381
1
Express your unwillingness to do this, and explain that you don't want to go stand-by.
382
382
2
Say okay, and hand Mr. Thierry his ticket.
383
383
2
Remind him that he will be notified two days before departure.
384
384
1
Tell her that's perfect, and suggest that she put it on your credit card.
385
385
1
As an afterthought, ask if you'll be able to organize the return trip from Bordeaux.
386
386
2
Tell him that you think so.
387
387
2
Let him know you're going to give him the name of a few travel agencies there.
Buying Tickets 2
Mrs. Martin sees a travel agent about purchasing tickets for the next flight to Paris.
1
2
Mrs. Martin
71
Ticket Agent
72
19
388
388
1
Tell the agent that you would like a ticket for the next flight to Paris.
389
389
2
Tell her that will be flight number 1517, which leaves at ten forty-five.
390
390
1
Express your approval with his response.
391
391
2
Ask Mrs. Martin to specify whether she wants coach or first class.
392
392
1
Politely clarify that you want coach.
393
393
1
Ask the agent if you can have a window seat.
394
394
2
Dismayed, apologize to Mrs. Martin and explain that there are no more window seats available. However, mention that you can give her an aisle seat.
395
395
1
Thank the agent, and ask if you must pass through security.
396
396
2
Say yes, and direct her through this door and to the right.
397
397
1
Hand your bags to the agent.
398
398
2
Tell Mrs. Martin to put them here on the scale.
399
399
1
Ask if they are over the weight limit.
400
400
2
Tell her no, and explain that they are okay.
401
401
1
Inquire about whether or not you can buy flight insurance.
402
402
2
Say yes, and mention that there are a few machines around the corner and to the left.
403
403
1
The agent hands you something. Bewildered, ask what it is.
404
404
2
Explain that it's her boarding pass.
405
405
2
Tell her to go to gate number five.
406
406
1
Thank the travel agent.
Buying Tickets 3
Mrs. Beaufort buys a ticket to Nice at the train station.
1
2
Mrs. Beaufort
73
Ticket seller
74
11
407
407
1
Tell the ticket salesman that you would like two tickets to Nice.
408
408
2
Ask her if she wants coach or sleeping car.
409
409
1
Politely specify sleeping car.
410
410
2
Explain to her that the train leaves this station precisely at five o'clock.
411
411
1
Ask if this train has a dining car.
412
412
2
Offer an affirmative response.
413
413
2
Add that there is also a lounge.
414
414
1
Ask the gentleman if this is a direct train, or if you have to change in Lyon.
415
415
2
Confirm that it is a direct train.
416
416
1
Ask the gentleman if there is someone to help you with your bags.
417
417
2
Tell her there are porters on the platform.
Asking for Directions 1
Mr. Benoit finds that he is lost. He stops a woman on the street and asks directions.
1
2
Mr. Benoit
75
Woman
76
9
492
492
1
Attract the woman's attention and explain that you are lost.
493
493
2
Concerned, ask Mr. Benoit where he wants to go.
494
494
1
Tell the woman that you are looking for Rue Saint Jean.
495
495
2
Familiar with his destination, tell him to take a right at the next intersection.
496
496
1
Remembering another place you want to visit, ask the woman if the Van Gogh museum is far from there.
497
497
2
Happy to help, explain that it is on Rue République.
498
498
2
Let him know he has to cross the bridge and take the second right.
499
499
1
Ask what you should do next.
500
500
2
Tell him to park his car and follow the signs.
Asking for Directions 2
Mrs. Mercier's car is low on gas.
1
2
Mrs. Mercier
77
Man
78
4
501
501
1
Attract the man's attention, and ask if there is a service station in the area.
502
502
2
Tell her to keep going about three kilometers, and let her know it will be on the right.
503
503
1
Noticing the time, ask the man if he thinks it will be open this late at night.
504
504
2
Reassure her that, normally, it is.
Asking for Directions 3
Joelle pulls over and asks a man how to get to the hotel.
1
2
Joelle
79
Man
78
5
505
505
1
Attract the man's attention, and ask if he knows how to get to the Hôtel de la Gare.
506
506
2
Warn her that she's going in the wrong direction.
507
507
1
Ask if you can make a U-turn here.
508
508
2
Thinking it would not be a good idea to do so, suggest to Joelle that it might be better to go to the traffic circle.
509
509
2
Add that it's straight ahead.
Asking for Directions 4
Daniel is trying to get to the bank.
1
2
Daniel
80
Woman
76
2
510
510
1
Attract the woman's attention and ask if that is the bank over there by the post office.
511
511
2
Tell him no, and explain that it's across the street next to the restaurant.
Asking for Directions 5
Juliette asks for directions to the restaurant.
1
2
Juliette
81
Man
78
4
512
512
1
Attract the gentleman's attention and ask if he could tell you if this is the right way to get to the Gros Gourmand restaurant.
513
513
2
Confirm that it's the next street on the right.
514
514
2
Tell her to pass the church and turn right onto Rue des Lilas.
515
515
2
Add that it's next to the pharmacy.
Asking the Time 1
Maurice and Stephanie discuss the time.
1
2
Maurice
82
Stephanie
53
4
516
516
1
Ask Stephanie what time it is.
517
517
2
Tell him it's noon.
518
518
1
React with surprise, and explain that you thought it was about eleven thirty.
519
519
2
Point out to Maurice that his watch is slow.
Asking the Time 2
Catherine and Charles discuss their plans to go to the movies.
1
2
Catherine
88
Charles
89
5
520
520
1
Ask Charles what time the film starts.
521
521
2
Unsure, tell her around eight thirty.
522
522
1
Remind him that you must not be late.
523
523
1
Suggest that you (both) leave at seven forty-five in the evening.
524
524
2
Consider her proposal, and mention that you think seven thirty would be better.
Shopping 1
Pauline goes into a boutique and has a discussion with the store clerk about purchasing a gold necklace.
1
2
Pauline
90
Store Clerk
51
23
611
611
1
Greet the store clerk.
612
612
2
Politely ask the customer if you can help her.
613
613
1
Say yes, and tell him that you saw something in the window.
614
614
2
Indicating a piece of jewelry in the window, ask her if it is this gold chain.
615
615
1
Say yes, and ask how much it costs.
616
616
2
Tell her it is eight hundred francs.
617
617
2
Add that it's eighteen-carat gold.
618
618
1
Express your admiration for the item, saying that it is very pretty.
619
619
1
Consider the price, then tell the clerk that you will take it.
620
620
2
Ask the customer if she would like anything else.
621
621
1
Mention that you really like these earrings.
622
622
2
Sensing that she may buy them, ask if she wants you to show them to her.
623
623
1
Eagerly accept his offer. (Remember to be polite.)
624
624
1
Ask how much they are.
625
625
2
Remind Pauline that they are very elegant.
626
626
2
Then inform her that they are only three hundred francs.
627
627
1
Unable to control your urge to buy them, tell the clerk you will take them as well.
628
628
2
Ask if she will be paying with cash or by credit card.
629
629
1
Remembering that you don't have that much cash on you, tell the clerk you would like to use your Visa card.
630
630
2
Once the transaction has been processed, politely ask her to sign the slip.
631
631
1
As an afterthought, ask the clerk if he could gift-wrap it.
632
632
2
Happily oblige.
633
633
1
Thank the clerk.
Shopping 2
Gilles walks into a shop to buy some film and batteries.
1
2
Gilles
91
Clerk
92
15
634
634
1
Tell the clerk you would like to buy some film.
635
635
2
Ask if he wants print or slide film.
636
636
1
Politely specify that it's for color photos, and that you want thirty-six exposures.
637
637
2
Ask him what speed.
638
638
1
Suggest that she means ASA.
639
639
1
Think for a moment, then tell her you need 400.
640
640
2
Unsure of which brand he wants, mention a few of the ones you carry.
641
641
1
Politely specify that you want Kodak.
642
642
2
Ask the customer if that is all.
643
643
1
Inform the clerk that you also need some batteries.
644
644
2
Ask him what kind of camera he has.
645
645
1
Hand it to her, and suggest that she take a look.
646
646
2
Recognizing the make, tell him he needs two of these batteries.
647
647
1
Thank the clerk.
648
648
2
Hand the customer his receipt.
Shopping 3
Making his way to the appliance department, Laurent is interested in purchasing a clock.
1
2
Clerk
92
Laurent
93
12
653
653
1
Greet the customer and politely ask if you can help him.
654
654
2
Explain to the clerk that you are just looking.
655
655
1
Gladly tell him to take his time.
656
656
2
Having looked around a bit, approach the clerk and tell her you would like to buy a clock.
657
657
1
Motioning across the room, mention that you have several over there.
658
658
2
Since this is the first time you have ever bought a clock, ask the clerk what type she recommends.
659
659
1
You are an expert on clocks. Point out that this one is the best.
660
660
2
Skeptical, ask if it's reliable.
661
661
1
Confirm that it is, and mention that it comes with a guarantee.
662
662
2
Still unsure, ask her if you can return it for a refund if you are not satisfied.
663
663
1
Say yes, and ask if he wants to take it.
664
664
2
Politely say yes.
Restaurants 1
Mrs. Valentin has breakfast in a charming café.
1
2
Mrs. Valentin
94
Waiter
97
5
749
749
1
Greet the waiter.
750
750
2
Greet Mrs. Valentin, and ask if she would like coffee at this time.
751
751
1
Politely say no, but tell him that you would prefer a cup of tea and an orange juice.
752
752
2
Mention that you have rolls, as well as pastries, brioches, and tarts.
753
753
1
Politely ask him to bring two pastries and a brioche.
Restaurants 2
Mr. Blanc goes into a French restaurant for the first time. He is unfamiliar with a few of the menu items and discusses them with the waitress.
1
2
Mr. Blanc
95
Waitress
96
14
754
754
1
Express your surprise at the extent of the menu.
755
755
2
Ask the customer if you can help him.
756
756
1
Explain to the waitress that you see "bouillabaisse" on the menu, and ask what that is.
757
757
2
Explain that it is a rather spicy fish stew.
758
758
1
Point out another unfamiliar item, "terrine maison."
759
759
2
Explain that it's a rabbit pâté.
760
760
1
Point out yet another item, "poulet aux morilles."
761
761
2
Explain that it's chicken with cream sauce, with wild mushrooms.
762
762
1
Express your approval of this last menu item and tell the waitress you'll have that.
763
763
2
Ask the customer if he would like a before-dinner cocktail.
764
764
1
Say yes, and politely specify a Cinzano.
765
765
1
Add that you would also like a green salad with the meal, and a half-bottle of Beaujolais.
766
766
1
On second thought, consider the house wine.
767
767
2
Confirm that the house wine is very good.
Restaurants 3
Mrs. Blanc orders dessert.
1
2
Waiter
97
Mrs. Blanc
98
4
768
768
1
Ask Mrs. Blanc if she would like dessert.
769
769
2
Tell the waiter you would like chestnut ice cream with Chantilly cream.
770
770
1
Ask her if she wants a coffee.
771
771
2
Politely say yes, and ask if you can also have the check.
Restaurants 4
Mr. Charron orders seafood for dinner.
1
2
Mr. Charron
99
Waitress
96
12
772
772
1
Ask the waitress what she recommends.
773
773
2
Inform Mr. Charron that the specialty this evening is mussels, fresh from the sea.
774
774
1
Tell her that sounds good.
775
775
1
Ask how they are prepared.
776
776
2
Tell him it is with white wine sauce, or fried.
777
777
1
Politely specify that you want them fried, with a lot of lemon.
778
778
2
Ask him if he would like a salad.
779
779
2
Mention that you have a very nice salad, made of cooked vegetables.
780
780
1
Say no, and tell the waitress you would like a salad made with lettuce and tomatoes.
781
781
2
Now that Mr. Charron has finished his meal, ask him if he liked his dinner.
782
782
1
Express your delight.
783
783
1
Ask if you can pay with your credit card.
Polite Conversation 1
Mrs. Renoir makes conversation with a gentleman at the bus station.
1
2
Mrs. Renoir
100
Man
78
6
851
851
1
Politely ask the gentleman if he is waiting for the bus.
852
852
2
Say yes, and mention that it is about twenty minutes late.
853
853
1
Ask if he could tell you where the restroom is located.
854
854
2
Pointing to the left, tell her it's over there, around the corner to the left.
855
855
1
Having returned successfully from the bathroom, ask the man if this is your bus.
856
856
2
Say yes, and explain that it is ready to leave right away.
Polite Conversation 2
Mrs. Renoir asks her traveling companion, Mr. Godard, for help with her bag.
1
2
Mrs. Renoir
100
Mr. Godard
101
3
857
857
1
Motioning toward your suitcase, politely ask Mr. Godard if he could help you with this.
858
858
2
Express your willingness to help.
859
859
1
Thank him profusely.
Polite Conversation 3
Mr. Godard has a snack while he waits for his bus.
1
2
Mr. Godard
101
Waitress
96
7
862
862
1
Politely ask if you could have a cup of coffee.
863
863
2
Ask if he wants it black, or with cream.
864
864
1
Politely specify black, without cream or sugar.
865
865
2
Ask if that's all.
866
866
1
Realizing you're a bit hungry, tell her you'll have one of these rolls.
867
867
1
And ask if she sells newspapers.
868
868
2
Mention that there is a kiosk near the stairway.
Polite Conversation 4
Ms. Perrin engages in a conversation with a gentleman outside of the movie theater.
1
2
Ms. Perrin
105
Man
78
13
869
869
1
Attract the man's attention and ask if he can tell you the time.
870
870
2
Clarify that it is eight fifty-five in the evening.
871
871
1
Ask him what time the next showing of this movie is.
872
872
2
With some hesitation, tell her you think it starts at nine fifteen.
873
873
1
Ask the man if he's already seen it.
874
874
2
Confirm that you have.
875
875
1
Ask him how it was.
876
876
2
Tell her it was okay.
877
877
2
Note that you recommend the other one currently showing.
878
878
1
Taking this into consideration, ask him if he knows what time that one starts.
879
879
2
Inform her that it starts at nine forty-five in the evening.
880
880
1
Politely thank the gentleman.
881
881
2
Acknowledge her gratitude.
Polite Conversation 5
Mrs. Victor stops a man on the street to inquire about a restaurant.
1
2
Mrs. Victor
102
Man
78
14
882
882
1
Politely attract the man's attention.
883
883
2
Acknowledge the woman.
884
884
1
Ask if he can recommend a good restaurant in the area.
885
885
2
Say yes, and suggest that she try the Petit Cochon.
886
886
1
Tell him you (you and your companion) went there last night.
887
887
1
Add that it was a bit expensive.
888
888
2
In light of her reaction, tell her she should try the Dauphinois.
889
889
2
Mention that they have local cuisine, quiches, and fantastic desserts.
890
890
1
This sounds good to you. Ask him where it is.
891
891
2
Tell her to go down this street.
892
892
2
Then, tell her to turn right at the intersection and go two blocks.
893
893
2
Inform her that she'll see it on her left.
894
894
1
Thank the gentleman for his help.
895
895
2
Tell her it's no problem.
Emergencies 1
Mrs. Aufrant calls the operator in a panic when she realizes her husband may have had a heart attack.
1
2
Mrs. Aufrant
106
Operator
87
9
948
948
1
You frantically dial the operator. Say hello, and tell him this is an emergency.
949
949
1
Tell him you need an ambulance.
950
950
2
Ask the woman her name and address.
951
951
1
Tell him your name is Juliette Aufrant and that you are in room 112 at the Hôtel de la Paix.
952
952
2
Ask the woman what is wrong.
953
953
1
Explain that you think your husband has had a heart attack.
954
954
2
Reassure her that an ambulance and medical crew are on the way.
955
955
1
Beg him to please hurry.
956
956
2
Attempt to calm the caller. Tell her not to worry, and reassure her that they will be there right away.
Emergencies 2
The paramedics arrive on the scene and Mrs. Aufrant explains what happened.
1
2
Mrs. Aufrant
106
Paramedic
86
9
957
957
1
Relieved to see the paramedic, thank him for having come so quickly.
958
958
2
Ask her what has happened.
959
959
1
Explain that he (your husband) had a pain in his chest, then fainted.
960
960
2
You quickly examine him. Tell Mrs. Aufrant he is going to be okay.
961
961
1
Worried about your husband's condition, ask the paramedic if he is in any pain right now.
962
962
2
Reassure Mrs. Aufrant that he is not, and explain that you have given him something for that.
963
963
2
Ask her if she wants to come to the hospital with you.
964
964
1
Accept, and remind him that you must also inform your family.
965
965
2
Mention that she can do that at the hospital.
Emergencies 3
A helpful man stops to aid a stranded woman.
1
2
Man
78
Mrs. Junot
85
10
966
966
1
Attract the woman's attention and ask if she is having trouble.
967
967
2
Say yes, and explain that you have a flat tire.
968
968
2
Ask the man if he can give you a hand.
969
969
1
Realizing that you can be of service, ask the woman if she has a spare tire and a jack.
970
970
2
Confirm that you do, in the trunk.
971
971
1
With some concern, tell her you hope the tire has air in it.
972
972
2
As you examine your car, mention to the man that it looks as though you drove over something sharp.
973
973
1
Agree with her supposition.
974
974
2
Ask him where you can get it fixed.
975
975
1
Point out that there is a service station just a little ways down the road.
Emergencies 4
Mrs. Gordon reports a lost wallet.
1
2
Mrs. Gordon
84
Officer
83
11
976
976
1
Attract the officer's attention and explain that you have lost your wallet.
977
977
2
Ask the woman where she lost it.
978
978
1
Explain that you (and your companions) were walking around and suddenly you noticed it had disappeared.
979
979
2
Considering this information, ask her if she thinks someone stole it.
980
980
1
Unsure, tell him you don't know.
981
981
2
As you hand her some papers, tell her she has to fill out this form.
982
982
2
Ask her if it contained a lot of money.
983
983
1
Confirm that it did not, but mention that there were several credit cards and your international driving license.
984
984
2
Ask if you can see her passport.
985
985
1
Say yes, and politely ask to use his telephone.
986
986
2
Gladly oblige, and, motioning toward the chair, ask her to sit down here.
