Asking for Directions

Beginner English listening exercise ยท Travel & Tourism

Transcript

Tourist: Excuse me, could you tell me how to get to the National Museum? Local: Sure! Walk straight along this street for about three blocks. Then turn left at the traffic light. Tourist: Left at the traffic light, got it. Local: You will see a large park on your right. The museum is right across from the park. You cannot miss it. Tourist: How long does it take to walk there? Local: About fifteen minutes. You could also take the bus, number forty-two. The bus stop is just around the corner.

Comprehension questions

  1. How many blocks should they walk?
  2. How long is the walk?
  3. What should you do after walking straight for three blocks?
  4. What is on your right when you reach the museum?

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