Lesson 60: Tips on safe travel 2 - fake jewelry

Vocabulary

fake

jewelry

sales on

reputable dealers

promotion

authorized by the government

official agencies

operate, subsidize, authorize

Conversation

A : The thing to remember with fake jewelry is that it shouldn't look too costume, and definitely shouldn't be so over-the-top that no one will ever believe it was within your means.

1.Do not believe special (jewelry) sales of any kind.Reputable dealers hardly ever offer sales and never send touts to lure tourists to their stores.

2.There are no promotions, shows or special sales on jewelry authorized by the government or any official agencies at any time of the year.

3.The government does not own, operate, subsidize, or authorize any jewelry stores.

Questions

1.Have you ever bought jewelry while traveling?

Lesson 59.Tips on safe travel 1

Vocabulary

Discourage

Thieves / Pickpockets

Target

Precautions

Carry

Fanny pack

Thread the belt

Flash

Conversation

A : Keep your money safe - and discourage thieves.

Pickpockets often target ports and other tourist areas.

You can keep your money safe with some common sense precautions.

1.Only carry what you'll need in your purse.Leave the rest back in the hotel or in the cruise ship safe.

2.Wear your money next to your body - under shirts and jackets.

3.If you carry a fanny pack, thread the belt through your belt loops.

4.Tuck your purse or bag under your arm, next to your body.

5.Carry as little cash as possible - and don't flash it around.

Questions

1.Is keeping your money next to you or under your shirts really safe?

2.If people lost their money, is there any other way to get it back?

Lesson 58: Introduce Famous Places in Japan

Vocabulary

Popular

Tourist site

Festival

Antique

Contemporary

Traditional

Crafts

Folk

Experience events

Traditional performances

Conversation

A : Hello.Where are you from?

B : I'm from Korea.Have you ever been to Korea?

A : Not yet.Actually I have a plan to visit Korea next year.Are there any interesting places located in Seoul city?

B : Well, I'd like to tell you about "Insa-dong".

It's like a cultural center representing Korea.Galleries, mounting and framing shops, stationery stores, traditional tea houses and restaurants are all there.

It's the most popular tourist site in Seoul city.

A : Wow.Sounds interesting.Which season is the best to enjoy that place?

B : The annual Insa-dong Traditional Culture Festival, which began 20 years ago, takes place in late April every year.

The festival features diverse exhibitions of antique art, contemporary art, traditional crafts, folk-experience events and traditional performances.

Questions

1.What is most important to introduce when you meet new people?

2.What's the meaning of stationery stores.

Lesson 57.Introduce Korean dishes

Vocabulary

Typical dishes

Meal

Consist of

Be made of

Tasty

I suggest you try it.

I'd like to try it once.

Conversation

A : What are the typical Korean dishes?

B : The Korean meal consists of rice, soup, and side dishes.The best-loved Korean side dish is Kimchi.

A : Kimchi is a kind of salad made of various vegetables, isn't it?

B : Yes, have you tried it?

A : No, I haven't.Isn't it hot?

B : Kimchi is a bit spicy, but it's really tasty.

A : Wow.I'd like to try it once.

B : Kimchi is a popular fermented food in Korea.

There are over 100 different kinds of Kimchi.

It's made with all seasonal vegetables.

When fall is about to end, women in villages used to prepare kimchi for winter.

A : What's your favorite Korean dish?

B : Bulgogi is one of my favorites.It's like roast beef with Korean seasoning.I suggest you try it.

Questions

1.Do you think that Kimchi is a real Korean food, how?

2.Why is Korean food spicy?

Lesson 56: Movie Tickets

Vocabulary

Which movie would you like to see?

Show

Enjoy your movie!

Conversation

A : Good afternoon, sir.Which movie would you like to see?

B : I'd like to see “Dance with Goddess.”

A : What time is the movie you want to see?

B : Around 7 o'clock in the evening.

A : The black point is the empty seat.Would you mind sitting at last row, center seat?

B : Fine.How much does it cost per person?

A : It's 15 dollars, sir

B : Here you go.For two of us.

A : Here are your change and ticket.You made a reservation “Dance with Goddess,” showing 7 P.M.

B : Thank you.

A : Thank you, enjoy your movie.

Questions

1.Do you go for movies often, why do you like it so much?

2.How much fun is it when you go for movies with your friend or with family?

Lesson 55: Museum of History

Vocabulary

Get off

Provide

Information

Exhibition

Explanation

Development

In terms of

Conversation

A : Let's go to the Bangkok Museum of History today.

B : That sounds great.Where is that museum?

A : You have to get off at SSIAM Square Station, line number 5, and then walk.

B : Fine.I'd like to go with you.

A : I made a reservation for an electronic guide.

It provides information on the exhibition.

Also, you can get an explanation of the exhibition in English at 2:30.

B : That sounds great.What is this place like?

A : Bangkok Museum of History shows how Thai went through change and development in terms of history and culture.

B : Let's hurry.It looks fun.

Questions

1.What is the difference between history and Museum?

2.Why do people go to the Museum?

Lesson 54: At Immigration - Getting Visa

Vocabulary

Fill out

Application form

Hallway

Fee

Receive

Within

Conversation

A : Please show me your passport.

B : Here you are.

A : What kind of visa do you need?

B : Tourist's.

A : Please fill out the application form and attach your photo.

B : Where is the application form?

A : It's in the filing cabinet in the hallway.

B : What do I have to write on the application form?

A : You have to write your name, address, telephone number and passport number.

B : What kind of picture do I have to attach to the form?

A : Two three-by-four centimeter passport photos.

B : How much is the application fee?

A : It's 50 dollars.

B : Alright.How long does it take to get a visa?

A : You will receive the visa within 10 days.

Questions

1.For the visa what is the most important thing?

2.Have you ever applied for a visa?