Learn to Speak English. Асафова Г.К. - 115 стр.

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Lesson 19
YOUR CAR BREAKS DOWN
I. NOTE
Many Americans now have telephones in their cars. Increasingly, you will see
people driving while holding a telephone. Some are concerned that it is unwise to
drive engage in a telephone conversation at the same time. Those who have car tele-
phones defend their use by saying that they actually drive more slowly and cau-
tiously, because they are not in such hurry to get to the office to return their phone
calls.
Throughout the U.S., the number 911 has been recognized as an emergency tele-
phone number. By dialing 911, you can report your whereabouts and a life-
threatening situation. Fire, police or medical personnel are then dispatched depending
on the circumstances.
II. DIALOGUE
You: I don’t know what’s wrong. It’s a rental car. Maybe I should call the emergency
number of the agency.
Motorist: Can I give you a lift to the next exit?
(You notice that he has a telephone in his car).
You: If you don’t mind, I think I’ll call the rental agency
Motorist: Not at all. Go right ahead.
(You hang up. You dial the emergency number. The agent who answers tells you to
have your car towed to the nearest garage. They will reimburse the garage for any
parts and labor.)
You: Thanks. Can you drop me off at the Exxon station at the next exit?
Motorist: No problem. You’re not from around here are you?
You: No, I’m not an American. I’m visiting the U.S. for the first time. I’ve been to
Atlanta, Georgia, and now I’m on my way to your nation’s capital.
Motorist: You mean Washington?
You: That’s right.
Motorist: I’ve never been there. I’d like to go there one day. They say it’s a lovely
city. Hope the rest of your trip goes well!
III. GRAMMAR EXERCISES
1. In this exercise you have to make sentences with may or
might. The first four sentences are present.
Examples:
“Do you know if Jack is in his office?”
“I’m not sure. He may be in his office”
“Do you know if Ann likes ice-cream?”
“I’m not sure. She might like ice-cream”
1. “Do you know if they are married?” “I’m not sure. They ...”
2. “Do you know if she wants to go?” “I’m not sure ...”
3. “Do you know if he’s telling the truth?” “I’m ...”
4. “Do you know if he has a car?” “I ...”

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