ESOL English for Daily Life 3

Question 1

You are on a city bus and need to know when to get off. What should you ask the driver?

Accepted Answer

Could you let me know when we reach Main Street?

Answer

Politely asking the driver to notify you when you reach your stop is the correct and common approach on public transit.

Question 2

Someone gives you directions: 'Go straight two blocks, then turn left.' You started facing north. Which direction are you now facing?

Accepted Answer

West

Answer

If you are facing north and turn left, you turn to face west.

Question 3

A train schedule shows 'Departure: 9:15 AM, Arrival: 11:40 AM.' How long is the trip?

Accepted Answer

2 hours 25 minutes

Answer

From 9:15 AM to 11:40 AM is exactly 2 hours and 25 minutes.

Question 4

A road sign shows a speed limit of '35 MPH.' What does MPH stand for?

Accepted Answer

Miles Per Hour

Answer

MPH stands for miles per hour, the unit used for speed limits in the United States.

Question 5

You need to transfer from one subway line to another. Which word describes this action?

Accepted Answer

Transfer

Answer

To transfer means to switch from one train or bus line to another to continue your journey.

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