Taro takes a taxi from an unknown location to the Sheraton hotel downtown. The taxi driver estimates the trip will take 20-30 minutes depending on traffic. Upon arriving at the hotel after a 15km drive, Taro pays the $18 fare plus a $2 tip with a $20 bill. The driver wishes Taro a nice day as he exits the cab.

1. Lesson 3Transfer to the hotel

2. Taking a taxi

3. Taking a taxi Taro: Excuse me, I’d like to go to Sheraton hotel downtown. The Taxi Driver: Sure, get in please.

4. Taro: How long will it take to get there? D: About 20 minutes, but if there is a traffic jam, it’ll take 30 or 40 minutes. Taro: How far is the Sheraton hotel from here? D: About 15 kilometers.

5. D: We are almost here ! (We have almost arrived) Taro: Thank you, how much is the fare? D: 18 dollars. Taro: Here’s 20, keep the change. D: Thank you, have a nice day.

6. Bus Bus Stop Train Train Station Ticket Pass Get On Get Off Taxi Cab Driver Destination Fare Tip Change

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