15).Asking for Directions 问路
People are usually helpful when you ask for directions. You should
try to have the exact1 address and be as specific2 as possible.
Telephone directories3 are the most common sourse of addresses.
Remember that many cities and some towns are built in "blocks5".
People will often tell you, for example, to "go two blocks and turn
right."
1.A:Excuse me, Can you tell me where Main Street is?
B:Turn left at the second light and then go straight for two blocks.
A:Is it far?
B:No. It's only a five-minute walk.
A:Thanks a lot.
B:You're welcome.
2.A:Excuse me. Could you please tell me how to get to the station?
B:Turn left at the first light. You can't miss it.
A:Will it take me long to get there?
B:No. It's not far at all.
A:Thank you.
B:Don't mention it.
3.A:Can you help me out? I'm trying to find a post office.
B:Go three block4 and make a right. It's right there.
A:Should I take the bus?
B:No. It'll only take about five minutes to walk.
A:Thank you very much.
B:Any time.
4.A:Pardon me. I wonder if you could tell me how to get to Mott
Street?
B:Keep going straight for two blocks, then turn right o Elm Street
and you'll run right into
it.
A:Is it too far to walk?
B:Nl. It's only a little ways.
A:Thanks.
B:Sure. Have a good day