（26）Finding a Room 找住房

    In smaller cities and towns, it's usually quite easy to find a room to rent. This is especially true in towns where universities or college are located¹.

    1.A： Do you take in students？

    B： Yes. If you don't mind sharing room, there's one available.

    A： How much is it？

    B： $30.00 a week.

    A： Do you think I could have a look at it, please？

    B： I'm on my way out now. Couldyou come back in an hour？

    2.A： I've been told you might have a vacant² room.

    B： Yes. I have a spare room.

    A： How much are you asking？

    B： $10.00 a night.

    A： Could I see the room, please？

    B： Sure. Come on in.

    3.A： A friend told em I might find a room here.

    B： Yes. I'll have a room free next week.

    A： What do you charge？

    B： $25.00 a week, but you can't have visitors.

    A： Fine. Would It be OK to look at the room？

    B： Could you come back later？ We're right in the middle of dinner.

    4.A： I wonder if you can help me. I'm looking for a room.

    B： Yes. I've got a small room.

    A： How much do you charge？

    B： $35.00 a week, but don't allow smoking³.

    A： OK. Can I see the room now？

    B： Would you mind waiting？ I'm on the telephone.