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111 I Want to Marry Your Wife

Strange people do strange things. Aging German millionaire Walter Thiele certainly fits the bill.
Recently, he put advertisements in newspapers to find someone to "look after" his wife and his fortune after he dies. Needless to say, thousands of letters poured in from all over the world. Some young men even showed
up at Walter's home. Once, when he opened the door, a young man said, "I want to marry your wife."
If you think that's funny, so does Walter. The problem is he isn't getting much sleep. So in order to get away for a while, he's taking his beautiful young wife on a round-the-world trip. Well, I guess it takes all kinds of people to make up the world.

scenic spot
national park
lake
canyon
temple
grassland
waterfall/fall
hot spring
beach
scenery

1. Would you recommend some well-known resorts to visit?
2. Have you ever seen the Grand Canyon?
3. What is this place famous for?
4. The local beach is a must-go place.
5. Wow. What a beautiful view!
6. I shall never forget the beauty here.
7. The scenery there is breathtaking.
8. The waterfalls are really worth seeing.
9. We shoud have come here earlier in the day.

A: Hi. Could you please recommend some interesting 5-day tours? I would like to join one.
B: Of course. What kinds of places do you like to visit? Historical sites or natural landscapes?
A: I prefer the latter.
B: How about an eco-tourism in Cornwall? There are historic sites and stunning valleys with lakes.
A: Sounnds interesting. How much is it?
B: Fourty pounds for one person in total.
A: I see.
B: We are leaving for Perranporth Beach at 9:00 a.m. Please prepare before that.
A: No problem. Could you pick me up at my hotel?
B: Where were you staying?
A: At the Holiday Inn on Liverpool Street.
B: We'll pick you up at 8:45.
A: OK. Thanks.

tourist information center
one-day trip
be suitable for
tourist brochure
historical spot
sign up
pick up
excursion
sightseeing bus
child reduction

1. Where can I get a free city map?
2. Are there any interesting places to see here?
3. Which spots are suitable for a one-day trip in this city?
4. What is the most famous historical spot in the city?
5. Is there an opening for the Tuesday tour?
6. Is St. Peter's Cathedral open today?
7. Could you pick me up at my hotel?
8. Where can I take a sightseeing bus?
9. How much should I tip the tour guide?

A: Excuse me, sir. I'm a traveler in this city. Could you tell me some famous
resorts here?
B: This city is famous for the Empire State Building. It was the tallest skyscraper
in the world at one time. It is also an important landmark in New York City.
A: I heard about it. How much is the admission?
B: The adult ticket is 27dollars for foregin travelers.
A: How can I get there?
B: You can take taxi or the subway. But I recommend you choose the latter
because subway can save your time.
A: How much does it cost if I take the subway?
B: It'll only cost 2.75 dollars or so.
A: Thank you.
B: You're welcome. Have a nice day.

110 Killing is no solution

Two Australians, Mack and Jill, are camping on Kangaroo Island.
M: Look! There's a koala hugging a tree. They're really so cute. Jill, why are you crying?
J: The government's planning on killing them because they may starve to death soon.
M: What a stupid idea! They should try saving them instead.
J: I agree. Let's start a campaign to save them. If we can find 5,000 people to each take one home. The
problem will be solved.
M: That's a good idea. You know, there're about 18 million people in Australia. Five thousand is only 0.027
percent of the population.
J: Let's do it then.
M: Killing as a solution to a problem is just not right.
J: You can say that again.

check out
pay
penalty
cash
extend
discount
traveler's check
receipt
check
mistake

1. I'd like to check out, please.
2. I'll check out of Room 102 today.
3. Please send a porter to help me with my luggage.
4. Can we check out just a few hours later?
5. May I extend my stay until next Monday?
6. It's fine, but there is an extra charge.
7. Is there a penalty for late checkout?
8. What's this for? This charge was for your international calls.
9. There must be some mistakes.

A: Good norming, Can I help you?
B: Yes, I&`&d like to check out now.
A: Can I have your name and room number, please.
B: John Smith, room 1208.
A: May I have your room key, please?
B: Sure, here you are.
A: Just a moment, please. Mr. Smith. Here is your bill. Would you like to check it?
B: I&`&m sorry, what&`&s the 20 dollars for?
A: That&`&s for the drinks you ordered from your room.
B: I see.
A: How would you like to make payment, Mr. Smith?
B: I&`&d like to pay in cash.
A: That&`&ll be 310 dollars.
B: Here you are.
A: Here&`&s your change and receipt, Mr. Smith, I&`&ll send a bellman up to get your luggage.
B: Thank you.
A: You&`&re welcome, goodbye.

A: Good norming, Can I help you?
B: Yes, I'd like to check out now.
A: Can I have your name and room number, please.
B: John Smith, room 1208.
A: May I have your room key, please?
B: Sure, here you are.
A: Just a moment, please. Mr. Smith. Here is your bill. Would you like to check it?
B: I'm sorry, what's the 20 dollars for?
A: That's for the drinks you ordered from your room.
B: I see.
A: How would you like to make payment, Mr. Smith?
B: I'd like to pay in cash.
A: That'll be 310 dollars.
B: Here you are.
A: Here's your change and receipt, Mr. Smith, I'll send a bellman up to get your luggage.
B: Thank you.
A: You're welcome, goodbye.

109.Adorable Koalas in Danger

Koalas are considered an Australian national icon. These adorable tree-hugging animals feed on eucalyptus
tree leaves. The problem is on average a koala destroys 13 pounds of the leaves to eat 2 pounds a day.
Because of this, 5,000 koalas soon face starvation on Kangaroo Island in the south of Australia.
The authorities are now considering shooting them to control the island's koala population explosion.
However, animal activists suggest growing more trees. "There aren't too many koalas. There are too few
trees." They argue. Neighboring provinces have even recommended relocating some of the koalas to them. Most
Australians feel that the authorities must do all they can to avoid killing the koalas for to do so would be
a national disgrace.