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Emma asks for Directions in Vancouver

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 Emma asks for directions

A young woman stepping out of a Vancouver SkyTrain station, modern city background,

It was Emma’s second day in Vancouver. She planned to visit a small art museum before lunch, but after leaving the SkyTrain station, she realized she didn’t know which way to go.

A woman speaking politely to another woman at a bus stop, friendly body language, city bac

She noticed a woman waiting at a bus stop and walked over. “Excuse me,” Emma said, “could you tell me how to get to the Maple Art Museum?”

A woman walking and checking street signs at an intersection, focused expression, realisti

Emma thanked her and started walking, repeating the directions in her mind. At each corner, she checked the street signs carefully so she would not get lost again.

A woman standing on a wide city street, looking unsure, tall buildings around her

The streets were wide, and the buildings all looked the same. Emma felt unsure and looked around for someone who might help her find the Maple Art Museum.

A woman pointing down the street while giving directions, traffic light visible

The woman smiled kindly and gave clear directions. “Go straight to the second traffic light, turn right at the corner, and it’s just across from the post office.”

A colorful art museum with a woman smiling in front of it, banner on the building

When Emma saw the Maple Art Museum sign, she smiled with relief. Getting lost had become a small adventure, and she felt proud of herself.       

6 Questions

Where did Emma want to go today?

She wanted to visit a small art museum.

What was the first direction she got?

Go straight to the second light.

Why did Emma feel unsure outside?

The buildings all looked the same.

What did Emma do at each corner?

She checked the signs carefully.

Who did Emma ask for directions?

She asked a woman at the bus stop.

How did Emma feel at the museum?

She felt happy, relieved, and proud.

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Role Play: Directions

woman giving directions

Emma: Excuse me. Do you know where the Maple Art Museum is.

Woman: Sure. Go straight down this street for two blocks.

Emma: Two blocks.

Woman: Yes, go past the bus stop and turn right.

Emma: Okay. Pass the bus stop and then turn right.

Woman: Go straight for a block, and left the traffic light.

Emma: Left at the traffic light.

Woman: It’s across from the post office, just around the corner.

Emma: Thank you so much.

Woman: My pleasure.

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