Everyday English: Asking for and giving directions

1. Listen and complete the conversation with the expressions in the box. Then practise it in pairs.

A. could you tell me the way toB. turn leftC. on your rightD. Go straight aheadĐáp ánDavid: Excuse me, (1) A. could you tell me the way to Thang Long Imperial Citadel? I’m lost.Nam: Sure. The citadel is not far from here. (2) D. Go straight ahead until you get to Hoang Dieu Street, then (3) B. turn left. Walk past Ha Noi Flag Tower and you'll see it (4) C. on your right.David: Thank you.(David: Xin lỗi, (1) bạn có thể chỉ cho tôi cách đến Hoàng thành Thăng Long không? Tôi bị lạc.Nam: Chắc chắn rồi. Hoàng thành cách đây không xa . (2) Đi thẳng cho đến khi bạn đến đường Hoàng Diệu, sau đó (3) quẹo trái. Đi qua Tháp cờ Hà Nội và bạn sẽ thấy nó (4) bên phải.David: Cảm ơn bạn.)

2. Work in pairs. Use the model in 1 to make similar conversations for these situations. One of you is Student A, the other is Student B. Use the expressions below to help you.

1. Student A is asking for directions to Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum. Student B uses the map to give directions.Student A: Excuse me, could you tell me the way to Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum?Student B: Absolutely. Go straight ahead until you get to Hung Vuong Stree...

Culture

Preserving heritage around the world

1. Read the text and answer the questions.

Which country…. (Nước nào…)1. raises money from the public for restoring its heritage? 2. organises successful festivals that attract visitors from around the world? 3. fines people heavily if they damage its heritage?

2. Work in groups. Discuss the following questions.

Are the methods of preserving heritage in the text used in Viet Nam? Which one do you think works best in Viet Nam?Organizing festivals as a method of preserving heritage holds significant importance in Vietnam. I believe it plays a crucial role in m...