ENHANCE YOUR LISTENING SKILL THROUGH MARK PILLOS


Hotel Reservations





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GUIDE QUESTIONS:



1. The man makes a reservation finally for which day?
A. March 20th
B. March 21st
C. March 22nd


2. What kind of room does the man prefer?
A. a non-smoking room
B. a smoking room
C. either one is okay


3. Why doesn't he want to reserve the suite?
A. It doesn't have a nice view.
B. It doesn't come with a sauna bath.
C. It's too expensive.


4. Including tax, how much is the man's room?
A. 80 dollars
B. 88 dollars
C. 96 dollars


5. How do you spell the man's name?
A. Maxner
B. Maexner
C. Mexner





IDIOMATIC EXPRESSIONS:

1) "roll out the red carpet" = give very special treatment to welcome guests
EXAMPLE SENTENCE: "The nice thing about the hotel is that they always roll out the red carpet for their guests."


2) "24-7" = twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week
EXAMPLE SENTENCE: "The front desk is open 24-7 in case you need assistance."