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Restaurants Basic Level

I. Pre-Listening Exercises
II. Listening Exercises
IIII. Post-Listening Exercises

I. Pre-Listening Exercises [Top]

Most people enjoy going to restaurants for a bite (=a small amount of something) to eat; however, if you don't understand the server or the menu, you might only be able to order a glass of water.

SAMPLE SENTENCES:

Hi. May I take your order?
>> Yes. I'd like a salad.
What do you recommend?
>> I recommend the chicken fried steak.
Could I get the check, please?
>> Yes. I'll be right back.

II. Listening Exercises [Top]

Listen by pressing the "Play Audio" button. Then, select the correct answer for each or question, which may be missing one or more words. Press the "Final Score" button to check your quiz.

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1. May I take ______________ please?
A. Three people.
B. That'll be all.
C. No. We're not ready yet.

2. Would you _____________ for something to ____________?
A. A glass of water is fine.
B. I'll have a piece of apple pie.
C. French dressing, please.

3. How would you _________________?
A. T-bone steak, please.
B. Medium, please.
C. I'd like rice with my steak.

4. Would you like ____________ or ___________ with your ____________?
A. I'll have the salad, please.
B. I'd like the rice.
C. Bread, please.

5. Would ___________________________?
A. Yes. I'd like more water.
B. I didn't order this.
C. Yes. The food is great.

6. _____________________________________________________?
A. A party is fun.
B. No, thank you.
C. Three.

7. _____________________________________________________?
A. A small salad, please.
B. What kinds do you have?
C. I like dressing a lot.

8. _____________________________________________________?
A. The meal is ready.
B. I'll have another.
C. So far, so good.

9. _____________________________________________________?
A. I think I'll rest.
B. This looks good.
C. No. I think I'm done.

10. _____________________________________________________?
A. No. Only cash or credit cards.
B. Yes. Credit cards are okay.
C. i can write a check.

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Correct answers:

Listen to the sentences again as you read the Quiz Script.

III. Post-Listening Exercises [Top]

Find an online menu of a restaurant in your area and practice ordering food with a partner.

Now, write your opinions on a similar topic at Randall's ESL Blog HERE.

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