Learn to Speak English. Асафова Г.К. - 151 стр.

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Lesson 26
A HOUSEHOLD EMERGENCY
I. NOTE
Plumbers are relatively expensive, particularly if they are called at night and on
weekends. It is not uncommon for a plumber to ask you for something to drink while
he works.
If you are having major work done (replacing pipes, installing new fixtures like
toilets and sinks, etc.), it is a good idea to ask several different plumbing companies
for estimates.
II. DIALOGUE
Plumber: What seems to be the trouble?
You: Look, there’s an inch of water on the floor. What a mess! Can you fix it?
Plumber: No sweat. Where’s the main water valve.
You: The what?
Plumber: Do you know where I can cut off the water?
You: I think it’s in the closet. What shall I do about all the water on the floor?
Plumber: Tell the manager to call a carpet cleaning service. They’ll take care of it for
you. Do you have any coffee?
You: I’ll make some. What a way to end my trip!
Plumber: Have you been on vacation?
You: Not exactly. How much is this going to cost?
Plumber: I’m pretty sure the apartment owners will cover it, as long as you didn’t
cause the problem yourself.
You: How could I? I’ve been out of town for weeks.
III. GRAMMAR EXERCISES
1. In this exercise you have to make a new sentence from
these questions.
Example: Where has Tom gone? Do you know
where Tom has
gone.
1. Where is the post office? Could you tell me ...?
2. What does this word mean? Do you know ...?
3. What’s the time? I wonder ... .
4. Where did you park your car? Can’t you remember ...?
5. Is Ann coming to the meeting? I don’t know ...
6. Where does Jack live? Have you any idea ...?
7. What time did he leave? Do you know ...?
8. Where can I change some money? Could you tell me ...?
9. What qualifications do I need? I want to know ... .
10. Why didn’t Tom come to the party? I don’t know ... .
11. How much does it cost to park here? Do you know ...?

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