TRANSPORTATION DIALOGUES
Luis: Hey Laura, have you figured out how you’re getting around the city yet?
Laura: I’ve been mostly using the bus, but it’s a bit confusing. Do you think it gets easier with time?
Luis: Definitely! It took me a while too. Once you learn the routes, it’s not so bad. Have you tried the subway?
Laura: Not yet! I’ve heard it’s faster, but I’m nervous about getting lost underground.
Luis: I get that. Just download a transit app; it’ll help you navigate. Plus, it’s a lot cleaner than the buses!
Laura: Good tip! I’ll give it a shot. Any other advice for a newcomer like me?
Luis and Laura discuss Laura’s challenges in navigating the city, primarily using the bus, which she finds confusing. Luis reassures her that it becomes easier over time as she learns the routes and suggests trying the subway, which he notes is faster and cleaner. Although Laura is hesitant about getting lost underground, Luis recommends downloading a transit app to help her navigate the system more easily. Laura appreciates the advice and is eager for more tips as a newcomer.
TRUE OR FALSE?
Statements:
1. Laura finds the bus easy to use.
2. Luis thinks the subway is a good option.
3. Laura is excited to learn more about the city.
4. Luis suggests that Laura should not use a transit app.
5. Laura feels confident about using the subway.
Correct answers:
1. False – Laura finds the bus confusing, not easy.
2. True – Luis believes the subway is faster and cleaner.
3. True – Laura is eager for more tips as a newcomer.
4. False – Luis recommends downloading a transit app to help her.
5. False – Laura is hesitant about getting lost underground.
Extra Credit for Week 4: Select one of the following discussion questions and answer it in 3-5 sentences in the comments section at the bottom of this page:
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
1. Do you use the bus to go places in your city?
2. How do you feel about using public transportation like buses or subways?
3. Have you ever felt confused when traveling in a new city?
4. What is your favorite way to travel around your city?
5. Do you think it is easy to learn bus routes?
6. Have you ever tried using an app for directions?
7. What do you like most about taking the subway?
8. Are there any challenges you face when using public transport?
9. How often do you take the bus or subway?
10. Do you prefer traveling alone or with friends on public transport?
Luis: Hey Laura, have you figured out how to get around the city yet?
Laura: Not really! I’ve been using the bus, but it’s confusing. The schedules don’t make much sense to me.
Luis: I know what you mean. I started using the subway; it’s much faster, but I had to watch a bunch of videos to understand the map.
Laura: That sounds helpful! I’ve heard the subway is reliable, but I’m worried about getting lost underground.
Luis: It can be intimidating at first, but once you ride a few times, it gets easier. Plus, there are always people around if you need help.
Laura: True, I did see some friendly faces last time I was at the station. Maybe I’ll give it a shot this weekend. Thanks for the tip!
FOOD DIALOGUES
Luis: You know, Laura, every time I smell tamales, it takes me right back to my childhood in Mexico. There’s just something about that masa wrapped in corn husks.
Laura: I totally get that! For me, it’s the smell of freshly baked pão de queijo from Brazil. My grandmother used to make them every Sunday, and they would disappear in minutes.
Luis: Oh, I love those! The cheesy goodness just melts in your mouth. Have you tried making them yourself?
Laura: I did once, but they didn’t taste half as good as hers. I think it’s all about the love you put into the food, right?
Luis: Definitely! And it’s the little details that matter. Like my mom’s secret spice blend in her mole. I’ve tried to replicate it, but it’s never quite the same.
Laura: It’s that nostalgia that makes the food special, isn’t it? We might be far from home, but our food keeps those memories alive.
Luis and Laura share nostalgic memories tied to their favorite childhood foods: Luis reminisces about the tamales of his youth in Mexico, while Laura reflects on her grandmother’s pão de queijo from Brazil. They both acknowledge that the love and care put into cooking makes a significant difference in flavor, with Luis struggling to replicate his mother’s secret mole recipe. Ultimately, they agree that these foods serve as a comforting reminder of home, preserving cherished memories despite being far away.
TRUE OR FALSE?
Statements:
1. Luis and Laura both have happy memories of their favorite foods.
2. Luis’s favorite food is pão de queijo.
3. Laura’s grandmother made a special food that she remembers fondly.
4. Luis can easily make his mother’s mole recipe.
5. The foods remind them of home and good times.
Correct answers:
1. True – The text states that Luis and Laura share nostalgic memories about their favorite foods.
2. False – Luis’s favorite food is tamales, not pão de queijo, which is Laura’s favorite.
3. True – The text mentions that Laura reflects on her grandmother’s pão de queijo.
4. False – The text says Luis struggles to replicate his mother’s secret mole recipe.
5. True – The text indicates that these foods serve as a comforting reminder of home.
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
1. What is your favorite childhood food?
2. Do you have a special memory with food from your family?
3. Can you cook any traditional dishes from your country?
4. How does food make you feel when you are far from home?
5. What is a popular dish in your culture?
6. Who taught you how to cook?
7. Do you like to eat foods that remind you of your childhood?
8. What ingredients do you think are important for good flavor?
9. Have you ever tried cooking a recipe from another country?
10. Why do you think people love their favorite foods so much?
Luis: You know, I still dream about my abuela’s tamales. Nothing compares to that taste.
Laura: I can relate! My mom’s paella is unbeatable. The saffron, the seafood—every bite tells a story.
Luis: Exactly! And it’s funny how we crave those flavors when we’re away from home. I tried some in a restaurant here, but it just wasn’t the same.
Laura: Same here! I went to a place that claimed to have authentic Mexican food, but it felt so bland. It’s like they don’t understand the spices.
Luis: Right? It’s like they’re missing the heart of it. I’ve started cooking some of my grandmother’s recipes myself. It helps.
Laura: That’s a great idea! I’ve been practicing paella, too. Maybe we should have a potluck and share our dishes one day!
CLOTHES DIALOGUES
Luis: Hey Laura, did you see that new shop that just opened up on 5th Street? They have some really cool clothes.
Laura: Yeah, I walked by it yesterday. I couldn’t help but notice the vibrant colors. It reminded me of back home.
Luis: Same here! I miss the local markets where everything was handmade. It felt more personal, you know?
Laura: Exactly! Here, it’s all about brands and trends. Sometimes it feels a bit… impersonal.
Luis: True. But I have to admit, I’ve found some nice pieces that fit well. It’s just different from what I’m used to.
Laura: Yeah, I guess we have to adapt. But I still love mixing in some traditional styles when I can. It keeps my culture alive.
Luis and Laura discuss a new clothing shop on 5th Street, noting its vibrant colors and how it evokes memories of their hometown’s local markets, which offered handmade items and a personal touch. They express nostalgia for the more authentic shopping experiences back home, contrasting it with the brand-driven and sometimes impersonal shopping culture they encounter now. Despite this, Luis appreciates finding nice pieces that fit well, while Laura enjoys incorporating traditional styles into her wardrobe to maintain a connection to her culture.
TRUE OR FALSE?
Statements:
1. Luis and Laura like the new clothing shop on 5th Street.
2. They think shopping in their hometown was less personal.
3. Laura wants to forget her culture.
4. Luis finds clothes that fit him well.
5. The shop has dull colors.
Correct answers:
1. True – Luis and Laura discuss the new clothing shop positively.
2. False – They express nostalgia for the more authentic shopping experiences back home, which were more personal.
3. False – Laura enjoys incorporating traditional styles to maintain a connection to her culture.
4. True – Luis appreciates finding nice pieces that fit well.
5. False – The shop is described as having vibrant colors, not dull ones.
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
1. Do you like shopping for clothes?
2. What colors do you like to wear?
3. Have you ever visited a local market?
4. What is your favorite clothing shop?
5. Do you prefer handmade items or brand-name items?
6. How often do you buy new clothes?
7. Can you remember a special item of clothing from your hometown?
8. What styles do you like to wear?
9. Why is it important to keep traditions in fashion?
10. How do you feel when you find a nice piece of clothing?
Luis: Hey Laura, have you noticed how different everyone dresses here compared to back home?
Laura: Absolutely! Back in Mexico, we had so much color and patterns. Here, it seems like everyone sticks to black and gray.
Luis: Right? I miss the vibrant fabrics. Even simple things like a guayabera make such a statement.
Laura: Exactly! And the way we would accessorize with shawls or even handmade jewelry. It felt so personal.
Luis: Yeah, I’ve been thinking about finding a local shop that sells traditional clothes. I want to wear something that feels like home.
Laura: That’s a great idea! It would be nice to blend our cultures into our everyday style.
Do you prefer traveling alone or with friends on public transport? I prefer to travel with friends because we can talk. and go visit places together like museums, Theater, different cities and we can take care of each other. And I would not feel alone traveling by myself.
1.Do you take the bus to your city?
Yes, I live Beijing China, The local public transportation is very Safe and comfortable So I usually takeout by bus.
2.How do you feel about taking public transportation such as buses and subways?
I take the bus to Mt.Sac every day, I think the buses in Los Angeles are very safe, clean, punctual and comfortable, and the drivers are very friendly.
3.What is your favorite way to visit a city?
Driving, take bus and walk.
4.Do you think it’s easy to learn bus routes?
Yes, Because, The bus guideline and iPhone maps will help me
5.Have you ever tried using an application to find a route?
Yes, Every time.
6.How often do you take the bus or subway?
I take bus Epevery day.
7.Do you prefer taking public transportation alone or traveling with friends?
Traveling with friends.
1. Do you use the bus to go places in your city? Before yes but now no longer. 2. How do you feel about using public transportation like buses or subway? Well, that’s good because many people need them. 3. Have you ever felt confused when traveling in a new city? Yes it has happened to me. 4. What is your favorite way to travel around your city? Well in my car. 5. Do you think it is easy to learn bus routes? I don’t think so because it takes time. 6. Have you ever tried using an app for directions? If when I don’t know the area where I’m going. 7. What do you like most about taking the subway? Which is faster . 8. Area there any challenges you face when using public transport? No none. 9. How often do you take the bus or subway? Not ever. 10. Do you prefer traveling alone or withe friends on public transport? Well with friends.
1. Do you use the bus to go places in your city?
No, I do not use the bus to go places. I did use the bus in the past, but now I have my own car and I drive to different places. I prefer driving my own car because busses are crowded and sometimes you have to wait too long in the bus station.
4. What is your favorite way to explore the city?
My favorite way to explore the city by boat.
3. Have you ever felt confused when traveling in a new city?
Yes, but I like to visit new places and learning about different things, and adapt to then.
1. Do you use the bus to go places in your city?
When I go to different places of the city I use the bus to go.
2. How do you feel about using public transportation like buses or subways?
I feel good because I can see the different places of the city.
3. Have you ever felt confused when traveling in a new city?
Yes once i felt cofused because I didn’t know how to get to places.
4. What is your favorite way to travel around your city? 3. Have you ever felt confused when traveling in a new city?
5. Do you think it is easy to learn bus routes?
6. Have you ever tried using an app for directions?
7. What do you like most about taking the subway?
8. Are there any challenges you face when using public transport?
9. How often do you take the bus or subway?
10. Do you prefer traveling alone or with friends on public transport?
1. Do you use the bus to go places in your city?
Yes, I have used the bus to go to different places in this city.
2. How do you feel about using public transportation like buses or subways?
Public transportation is excellent because it can transport people who do not have private transportation or do not know how to drive.
3. Have you ever felt confused when traveling in a new city?
Yes, the first time I did it I was a little scared, but it’s no problem anymore.
4. What is your favorite way to travel around your city?
I like walking, and sometimes I take the bus to get to know the city a little better.
5. Do you think it is easy to learn bus routes?
For me, it has been easy to learn the routes.
6. Have you ever tried using an app for directions?
Yes, there is an app that tells you all the routes and makes your trip easier.
7. What do you like most about taking the subway?
Up to this point, I have never taken the subway, it is one of the many things I have to experience.
8. Are there any challenges you face when using public transport?
Yes, I have sometimes faced challenges such as punctuality, as some buses can be late.
9. How often do you take the bus or subway?
I take the bus once or twice a week.
10. Do you prefer traveling alone or with friends on public transport?
I prefer to travel with friends.