LET'S CHECK IT OUT! 💬
1. What can you see in the picture?
2. Have you made a restaurant reservation before?
DIALOGUE PRACTICE! 🎧
Situation:
At a neighborhood restaurant, a guest is seated at a table. The waiter approaches with a warm greeting.
Waiter
Asami
Thank you.
Waiter
Would you prefer beef or chicken this evening?
Asami
Let me see. I think I’ll have the chicken, please.
Waiter
Certainly. What would you like to drink?
Asami
Could I please have some water?
Waiter
It’s $2 a bottle.
Asami
Oh, alright. Do I need to pay for water?
Waiter
Yes, it’s our company policy.
Asami
I see. I'll have a beer, then and can I have the menu?
Waiter
Of course, I’ll bring one over right away
Asami
Thank you so much.
COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS
1. What does the waiter offer the guest at the beginning of the conversation?
2. What options does the waiter give the guest for their main course?
3. According to the waiter, is there a charge for water?
LET'S LEARN! 📖
| What you can say: | What you can hear: |
|---|---|
Here's a wet towel for you. | Thanks |
Beef or chicken? | Let see. |
Certainly. What would you like to drink? | I'll have beer. |
It's __ dollars a bottle. | Can I have some water? |
It's our company policy. | Do I have to pay for water? |
I'll get you one right away. | All right. can I have the menu? |
LET'S CHAT! 💬
Instruction: Fill in the blanks with the appropriate questions or responses based on the context.
Server
Here's a towel for you.
Guest
Server
Guest
I'll have a glass of milk.
Guest
Server
Sure. It cost a dollar per bottle.
Guest
Can I have the menu?
Server
Server
Beef or chicken?
Guest
ROLE PLAYING! 🎬
Situation:
You are seated at a restaurant, about to enjoy a meal. The server approaches your table to take your order.
Instruction:
Pair up with a partner. One person will be the server, and the other will be the guest. Use the provided expressions to guide your conversation.
| AS THE GUEST | AS THE SERVER |
|---|---|
Receive a wet towel from the staff. | Offer a wet towel to the guest. |
Choose between beef or chicken for your main course. | Present options for the main course (beef or chicken). |
Ask about the policy regarding water. | Clarify the restaurant policy on water (complimentary or not). |
Order a drink and confirm the price. | Take the guest’s drink order and confirm the price. |
Express gratitude and readiness to enjoy your meal. | Provide the menu and offer assistance if needed. |
Good evening! Here’s a wet towel for you.