日期：2007-10-30 （23）At a Gas Station 在加油站 When you buy gas, you should tell the attendant whether you want unleaded, regular or premium gas. You can either ask for a special amount, such as ten dollar's worth, or you can ask the attendant to fill it up. If th... 阅读全文>>

日期：2007-10-30 （24）On the Highway 在公路上 The interstate highway system makes long-distance travel by car fast and convenient. Interstate highways are clearly marked with numbers： odd numbers mark north and south routes and even numbers mark east and west rout... 阅读全文>>

日期：2007-10-30 （25）At a Hotel 在旅馆 Hotel and motel rates vary considerably. In major cities and resort areas, it is advisable to have reservations. 1.A： Do you have any vacancies？ B： Yes, we have a nice room on the fourth floor. A： How much is it？ B： $45... 阅读全文>>

日期：2007-10-30 （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 located. 1.A： Do you take in students？ B： Yes. If you don't mind sharing r... 阅读全文>>

日期：2007-10-30 （27）At a Bank 在银行 Banking hours are usually from 9：00 to 3：00, Monday to Friday. Sometimes you can't get service in a bank unless you have an account there. 1.A： I'd like to change these pesos, please. B： How do you want them？ A： It doesn... 阅读全文>>

日期：2007-10-30 （28）In a Post Office 在邮局 Every mailing address in the United States has a ZIP code which should be used whenever possible. Post offices are generally open from 8：30 to 5：00 from Monday to Friday and until noon on Saturday. 美国每一个通信地址... 阅读全文>>

日期：2007-10-30 （29）Getting a Haircut 理发 Many barber shops or hair stylists now cut both men's and women's hair. Prices vary considerably and it's sometimes necessary to make an appointment. 许多专理男发或女发的理发店现在男女法均理。 理发的价格相差很大,而且有时... 阅读全文>>

日期：2007-10-30 （30）Shopping 购物 Clothing sizes are measured differently in the United States from the way they're measured in countries where the metric system is used. 美国服装尺寸的量法和使用公制单位的国家不一样。 1.A： Are you being helped？ B： No. What do... 阅读全文>>

日期：2007-10-30 （31）Planning an Evening Out （1） 计划晚间的外出活动 In the United States girls and boys usually begin to go out on dates when they are 14 or 15. Typical dates include going to the movies, going dancing or going to a party. 美国的男女孩子通常到十... 阅读全文>>

日期：2007-10-30 （32）Planning an Evening Out （2） 计划晚间的外出活动 It's OK to make plans with friends at the last minute. It's more polite, however, to make them ahead of time. 临时作出计划约请朋友是可以的,但是提前安排好计划则更为礼貌。 1.A： How about going to... 阅读全文>>

日期：2007-10-30 （33）Buying Theater Tickets 买戏票 Going to the theater is very popuar and shows are often sold out far in advance. It is a good idea to buy your tickets in advance if you want to see a particular show. It is not necessary to tip the person who sho... 阅读全文>>

日期：2007-10-30 （34）Watching Television 看电视 There are three nationwide television networks in the United States： the American Broadcasting Company（ABC）, the Columbia Broadcasting Company（CBS） and the National Broadcasting Company（NBC） There is also a pu... 阅读全文>>

日期：2007-10-30 （35）Sports 运动 Both team sports and individual sports are extremely popular in the United States. Don't be afraid to try a sport you haven't played before. People are usually willing to help beginners. 在美国，无论是集体的或个人的运动项目，人们都... 阅读全文>>

日期：2007-10-30 （36）At Breakfast 吃早餐 Coffee shops are popular, reasonably priced restaurants for breakfast, lunch, dinner or just a snack. 咖啡馆是大众化的，价格公道的餐馆。在这里可以吃早餐，午餐和晚餐，也可以只吃点点心。 1.A： You're having coffee, aren't you... 阅读全文>>

日期：2007-10-30 （37）At Lunch 吃午餐 Lunch is usually served between noon and 2：00. Sandwiches are a very popular quick lunch in both the United States and Canada. 午餐通常从中午供应到下午两点。 在美国和加拿大， 三明治是极大众化的午间快餐食品。 1.A： Please have... 阅读全文>>

日期：2007-10-30 （37）At Lunch 吃午餐 Lunch is usually served between noon and 2：00. Sandwiches are a very popular quick lunch in both the United States and Canada. 午餐通常从中午供应到下午两点。 在美国和加拿大， 三明治是极大众化的午间快餐食品。 1.A： Please have... 阅读全文>>

日期：2007-10-30 （38）At Dinner 吃晚餐 Dinner time varies somewhat in the United States. In small towns it may be as early as 5：00, while in large cities it may be as late as 9：00. It's best to call for a reservation in expensive or well-known restaurants. 在美国... 阅读全文>>

日期：2007-10-30 （39）At Fast Food Restaurant 在快餐馆 Fast food restaurants are popular in the United States for quick, inexpensive meals or snacks. You order your food and take it to a table yourself. If you order your food to go, you take it out of the restauran... 阅读全文>>

日期：2007-10-30 （40）At a Cocktail Party 在鸡尾酒会上 Cocktail parties are popular for both business and social functiongs. They may be casual or formal and are often held between 6：00 and 8：00 in the evening. Drinks and hors d'oeuvres or snacks are usually serv... 阅读全文>>

日期：2007-10-30 （41）Asking About Health 问候健康 People often ask about health out of politeness. This is a very common way to begin a conversation. 人们常常出于礼貌问候健康。这是开始交谈时常说的话题。 1.A： How's your father been？ B： He's been out of work for... 阅读全文>>