#0991 - Describing Distances, - Ang, mater, ESL Podcast McQuillan Jeff mp3+PDF

#0991 - Describing Distances

#0991 - Describing Distances, - Ang, mater, ESL Podcast McQuillan Jeff mp3+PDF

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//-->English as a Second Language Podcastwww.eslpod.comESL Podcast 991 – Describing DistancesGLOSSARYoutskirts– the edges of a city or town, far from the center* They’re moving to the outskirts of town where housing is cheaper, even thoughit means paying more to commute to downtown every day.a stone’s throw– very close; close by; nearby* If you need anything while we’re gone, please call the neighbors. They’re just astone’s throw away.walkable– describing an area where places are close together and there arepaths or sidewalks where people can comfortably and safely walk from one placeto another, without too many fast cars or dangerous intersections* We used to live in a walkable neighborhood where we could easily walk to thepost office, the grocery store, the library, and restaurants from our home.walking distance– a short distance that is comfortable for walking; not too far;not so far away that one needs a vehicle for transportation* How many liquor stores are within walking distance of the university campus?on foot– by walking, without the use of a wheeled device* Do you usually go to class on foot or by bicycle?within close proximity to– near; not far from* Sheila is looking for an apartment within close proximity to a subway station.remote– far away; not easily reached; not easily accessible; not in the centralarea* The anthropologists are studying the religious beliefs of people living in aremote part of the Amazon rainforest.the boonies– a distant, rural, undeveloped area far from cities; a remote area* Heather grew up in the boonies where her nearest neighbor was more than 20miles away.in the vicinity of– near* Are there any affordable hotels in the vicinity of the Seattle space needle?a bit of a hike– a moderately long distance covered by walking, further than onewould normally or comfortably walk* The festival is a bit of a hike, but walking there will be easier than trying to find aparking space if we drive there.1These materials are copyrighted by the Center for Educational Development (2014). Posting ofthese materials on another website or distributing them in any way is prohibited.English as a Second Language Podcastwww.eslpod.comESL Podcast 991 – Describing Distancesonerous– very difficult, requiring a lot of energy and effort* Why is figuring out the tax system so onerous?read my lips– a phrase used for emphasis when one wants another person topay attention and really listen to and understand what one is saying* Read my lips. This is a bad idea and I don’t want to be involved in any part of it.out of (one’s) mind– crazy; not thinking rationally or logically; mentally unstable* If you think anyone is going to pay you $7,000 for that old car, you’re out of yourmind.budget vacation– a trip intended for fun, relaxation, and enjoyment, but withcarefully controlled and limited expenses so that one does not spend too much* Camping is a good option for a budget vacation, because a tent is alwayscheaper than a hotel room.luxury trip– a trip intended to provide relaxation and enjoyment through the useof very nice things and comfortable transportation that is expensive* For years, they have been saving up their money to take a luxury trip toWestern Europe.I’m not made of money– a phrase used to mean that one has limited financialresources and cannot spend a lot of money, especially when another person hasasked to have some of one’s money* A: Dad, can you give me $20?B: No, I’m not made of money. If you need cash, get a job.cheapskate– a person who does not like to spend money; a cheap or frugalperson; a person who spends as little money as possible* Wallace is a cheapskate who takes extra paper napkins from restaurants sothat he doesn’t have to buy any from the store.2These materials are copyrighted by the Center for Educational Development (2014). Posting ofthese materials on another website or distributing them in any way is prohibited.English as a Second Language Podcastwww.eslpod.comESL Podcast 991 – Describing DistancesCOMPREHENSION QUESTIONS1.a)b)c)2.a)b)c)What will they be closest to?Tourist sites.The beach.Shopping areas.Why does Sandra say, “Read my lips”?Because she thinks Roger has misunderstood her.Because she wants Roger to pay attention to what she’s saying.Because she thinks Roger cannot hear her.______________WHAT ELSE DOES IT MEAN?remoteThe word “remote,” in this podcast, means far away and not easily reached:“Each winter, they rent a remote cabin where they can ski for days without seeinganyone else.” When talking about technology, a “remote” or a “remote control” isa device that allows one to control or operate something from a distance: “I can’tfind the remote for the television.” A “remote-controlled car” is a toy car that onecan steer and start or stop with a handheld device: “Victor thinks it’s funny totease his cat and dog with his remote-controlled car.” Finally, the phrase “to workremotely” means to telecommute, or to work without being in the physical officewhere other workers are: “Nick comes into the office each Monday, but he worksremotely the rest of the week.hikeIn this podcast, the phrase “a bit of a hike” means a moderately long distancecovered by walking, or further than one would normally or comfortably walk: “Themeeting is a bit of a hike, but if we hurry we should be able to get there on time.”A “hike” is a long walk in a natural area: “Last weekend, we went on a beautifulhike to Multnomah Falls.” The phrase “take a hike” is an informal and rude way totell someone to leave: “We don’t want you here. Take a hike.” Finally, a “hike” isan increase in something, especially when talking about money: “How are localbusinesses responding to the tax hike?” Or, “The price hike is upsetting airlinecustomers.”3These materials are copyrighted by the Center for Educational Development (2014). Posting ofthese materials on another website or distributing them in any way is prohibited.English as a Second Language Podcastwww.eslpod.comESL Podcast 991 – Describing DistancesCULTURE NOTEMethods Used to Encourage People to Walk and Bike to WorkMany cities across the United States are trying to “encourage” (help someonewant to do something) residents to walk and bike to work. There are cost savingsassociated with the “health benefits” (things that make one healthier) of greaterphysical activity and the reduced demand on public “infrastructure” (systemssuch as roads and public transportation).Many cities focus on making it safer and more comfortable for people to walk andbike to work. For biking, this might mean “installing” (putting in) “bike paths”(narrow, paved roads for bicycles, but not for cars), “bike lanes” (a lane on a roadjust for bicycles, not for cars) or at least a “bike shoulder” (enough room at theedge of a road for bicycles to be ridden safely). Cities are also providing safebike parking, including bike parking with covers in rainy areas. In many cases,cities may need to educate cyclists and drivers about bicycle safety, such as theuse of “hand signals” (movements of the hand that indicate when one is stoppingor turning).To encourage more “pedestrians” (people who walk), cities sometimes need toinstall sidewalks, create “paved” (with a hard surface) paths through parks, andimprove the labeling of “crosswalks” (where people cross the street) for safety. Invery cold climates, cities might consider investing in “underground tunnels”(paths below the ground) for “foot traffic” (people who are walking). And wherethere is a lot of traffic, cities might need to invest in “pedestrian bridges” (pathsbuilt over a road for people to walk on to safely cross roads). Cities may alsoneed to install additional lighting so that pedestrians feel safe even in theevening.______________Comprehension Questions Correct Answers: 1 – a; 2 – b4These materials are copyrighted by the Center for Educational Development (2014). Posting ofthese materials on another website or distributing them in any way is prohibited.English as a Second Language Podcastwww.eslpod.comESL Podcast 991 – Describing DistancesCOMPLETE TRANSCRIPTWelcome to English as a Second Language Podcast number 991 – DescribingDistances.This is English as a Second Language Podcast episode 991. I’m your host, Dr.Jeff McQuillan, coming to you from the Center for Educational Development inbeautiful Los Angeles, California.Our website is ESLPod.com. Become a member of ESL Podcast today, won’tyou? If you do, you can download the Learning Guide for this episode, an eight-to 10-page guide that includes a complete transcript of everything I say – andsometimes sing.This episode is a dialogue between Sandra and Roger that will includevocabulary we use in English to describe distances. Let’s get started.[start of dialogue]Sandra: Where will we be staying when we visit Trumanville?Roger: We’ll be staying in a neighborhood on the outskirts of the town, but astone’s throw from some of the major sites we’ll want to see.Sandra: I hope there’ll be a lot of taxis around. You know I hate to walk.Roger: Trumanville is a very walkable city, and we’ll be within walking distance toeverything. We’ll be able to go nearly everywhere on foot.Sandra: I told you. I hate to walk. At least we’ll be within close proximity to thebeach.Roger: Actually, the areas near the beach are too expensive, and we can’t affordit. And plus, the beach is in a remote part of town, and staying there would meanbeing in the boonies for our entire trip.Sandra: But we could take taxis.Roger: Taking taxis everywhere would be really expensive.Sandra: Tell me that we’ll at least be in the vicinity of good shopping areas.5These materials are copyrighted by the Center for Educational Development (2014). Posting ofthese materials on another website or distributing them in any way is prohibited. [ Pobierz całość w formacie PDF ]

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