Giving and Asking Directions

You know how to ASK for directions, but what happens when an English speaker asks YOU for directions. This is not a time for small talk. Give only basic directions with short phrases. Do the best you can. Taken from englishclub.com!! :)


Several phrases that you might need to know when asking for directions:

• Can you show me the way to Berjaya Times Square?
• How do I get to the nearest Police Station?
• Is this the right way to go to Dr. Gray Clinic?
• Do you know how to get to Indah Mall?

Several phrases that you might need to know when giving directions:

• Turn left or turn right
• Go straight until you reach the T-junction
• Take the first exit at the roundabout
• You will see a Bank on your left
• Take this road 
• Go down there

Now, let us watch a video on asking and giving directions. Pay attention and take note on the phrases used. 

Now, it is your turn to ask and give directions. Complete the exercises based on the picture given. 
    

Fill in the words below correctly. (Use the map for orientation.)

continue, end, excuse, get, left (2x), next, opposite, right, second, straight on, thank, turn, welcome
 

1.  me, how do I  to the cinema?
2. Go .
3. Turn  at the corner.
4. Then take the  road on your .
5.  to the  of the road.
6.  left there.
7. The cinema is on your ,  the castle.
8.  you very much.
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