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Put the adjectives into the most appropriate form.

1. The __________ you study for these exams, the __________ you will do. (much, good)

2. My neighbour is driving me mad! It seems that the __________ it is at night, the __________ he plays his
music! (late, loud)

3. He spent a year in India and loves spicy food. The __________ the food is, the __________ he likes it.
(spicy, much)

4. Some goods in a supermarket are as _____________ as in a little corner shop. (expensive)

5. Of course you can come to the party. The __________ the __________. (many, good)

6. He has 6 large dogs to protect his house. The __________ the dog, the __________ he feels. (furious,
safe)

7. People all over the world eat _____________ and ____________ junk food. (much)

8. Britain became _____________ and _____________ after loosing her colonies. (weak)

9. The _______________ vegetables are at the market. (fresh)

10. Hungarian food is _______________ than many people think worldwide. (healthy)

11. Last minute trips are as ___________________ as the trips you booked in advance. (expensive)

12. Shopping in the Harrods was the _____________ experience I have ever had. (good)

13. This hotel was the ________________ . They had excellent beds. (comfortable)

+1. I think I’ll finish these exercises as _______________ as possible. (soon)

1. The more you study for these exams, the better you will do.

2. My neighbour is driving me mad! It seems that the later it is at night, the louder he plays his music!

3. He spent a year in India and loves spicy food. The spicier the food is, the more he likes it.

4. Some goods in a supermarket are as expensive as in a little corner shop.

5. Of course you can come to the party. The more the better.

6. He has 6 large dogs to protect his house. The more furious the dog, the safer he feels.

7. People all over the world eat more and more junk food.

8. Britain became weaker and weaker after loosing her colonies.

9. The freshest vegetables are at the market.


10. Hungarian food is healthier than many people think worldwide.

11. Last minute trips are as expensive as the trips you booked in advance.

12. Shopping in the Harrods was the best experience I have ever had.

13. This hotel was the most comfortable . They had excellent beds.

+1. I think I’ll finish these exercises as soon as possible


AT THE FAST FOOD

"Welcome to McDonald's. May I take your order?"


"I'll take a Big Mac and a small coke."
"One Big Mac and one small coke. Will that be all?"
"Yes."
"Will that be for here or to go?"
"For here please."
"The total comes to $3.87."
AT THE RESTAURANT

A: "Can I get a drink started for you?"


B: "I'll take a coke."
A: "One coke. I'll be right out with your coke."
--Pause-- "Here's is your coke. Are you ready to order?"
B: "Can I have one more minute?"
A: "Sure. I'll be back in a little bit."
--Pause-- "Do you need more time?"
B: "I'm ready now. I'll have the Patty Melt with fries."
A: "Do you want regular fries or steak fries?"
B: "Steak fries please."
A: "I'll have that out for you in a few minutes."
--Pause-- "Here you go. Do you need anything else?"
B: "Can I have a bottle of ketchup?"
A: "I have one right here."
B: "Great. Thanks."
A: "Is everything ok here?"
B: "Yes. Thank you."
--Pause-- "Excuse me. Can I have my bill?"
A: "Sure. Here you go."

THE FOOD CAN BE


- baked-lerben,kemencebe sutve
- fried-zsirba
- boile-fove

On the Menu

Entree or Starter-1st course-eloetel


 chips,French- fries
 garlic bread
 salad
 soup
 spring rolls

Main Meal-1nd course-foetel


 burger with chips and salad
 fish and chips
 omelette
 pasta with tomato sauce
 pizza
 roast chicken and vegetables
 steak with chips and salad
 stir-fried vegetables with rice

Dessert-deszert
 apple pie
 cheesecake
 chocolate cake
 fruit salad
 ice-cream

Drinks
 coke
 fanta
 water
 soda
 tonic water
At the restaurant
1) The waiter

What can I do for you?


Can I help you?
Can I take your coat?
Have you booked a table?
How many are you?
Would you follow me, please?
Can I take your order, sir/madam?
What would you like to start with?
What would you like to drink?
What would you like for dessert?
How would you like your steak? (rare, medium, well done)
Do you want a salad with it?
What kind of dressing?
Anything to drink?
Do you want a dessert?
The burgers are very good.
Sorry, the hamburgers are off.
Is everything all right?
Did you enjoy your meal?
Are you paying together?
May I show you to a table?
If you wait, there'll be a table for you free in a minute.
Do you want vegetables with it?
Why don't you try the pizza?
It'll take about 20 minutes.

2) The guest

A table for two, please. A salad, please.


May we sit at this table? I'll have the same.
That's all, thank you. Can you bring me the ketchup, please?
The menu, please. Can I have the bill (AE: check), please?
What's on the menu? This is on me. What can you recommend?
Do you want fish? The rest is for you. I think you've made a mistake.
What's Irish Stew like? Have you got wine by the glass?
We're not ready yet. I'd prefer red wine.
The steak for me, please. Please bring us another beer. Could I have chips (AE: French Fries) instead of
Dave and Sarah decide to visit an American restaurant.

Waiter: Good afternoon. Table for two?


Dave: Yes, please.
Waiter: Smoking or non-smoking?
Sarah: Non-smoking.
Waiter: Right this way.

They walk to a table. Dave and Sarah sit down and the waiter gives them menus.

Waiter: I’ll be back in a few minutes to take your order.

Waiter: Are you ready to order?


Dave: I think so, but can I ask? What is Beef Stroganoff?
Waiter: It’s beef cut into small pieces and served in a sour cream and white wine sauce.
Dave: Ok, that sounds good. I’ll have that.
Waiter: Excellent. And that comes with your choice of French fries, fried mushrooms, or rice.
Dave: I’ll have rice.
Waiter: Anything to start?

Dave: I’ll have the French Onion soup.


Waiter. OK. And what can I get you?
Sarah: Is the Spaghetti and Meatballs very large?
Waiter: Yes, it’s a big portion.
Sarah: Oh, I’m not very hungry.
Waiter: Then can I recommend the Chicken with Mushrooms? That comes with noodles, but it’s not
too big.
Sarah: Ok. I’ll take Chicken and Mushrooms. And a salad to start.
Waiter: Very good. And what can I get you to drink?
Dave: A Coke, please.
Sarah: I’ll have orange juice.
Waiter: Oh, I’m afraid we’re out of orange juice. But we have pear, apple, grape, and kiwi-banana.
Sarah: Kiwi-Banana? That sounds interesting. I’ll try that.
Waiter: Excellent. I’ll be back with your drinks in a minute.

Questions
1. What does the waiter ask before seating Dave and Sarah?
2. How do Dave and Sarah say what they want to eat?
3. What do Dave and Sarah order for starters? For their main meal? To drink?
4. How does the waiter suggest a meal for Sarah?
5. What problems do the diners have?
6. Is the conversation formal or informal?

Conversations at a Restaurant

At the Restaurant
Waiter: Can I help you?

Lisa: A table for two please.

Waiter: This way.

Ordering

Waiter: Are you ready to order?

Lisa: Yes, we'll have the chicken with vegetables, and the vegetable pasta please.

Waiter: Anything to drink?

Lisa: Just some water please.

After the Meal

Waiter: Can I get you anything else? Coffee? Dessert?

Lisa: No, just the bill please.

Making a Reservation
Mike: I'd like to make a reservation for 2 people on Friday night.
Waiter: What time would you like?

Mike: 8:00.

Waiter: We don't have anything available at 8:00. Is 7:30 ok.

Mike: Yes, that's fine.

Waiter: Your name please?

Mike: Mike Smith.

Waiter: Ok, Mr Smith. We'll see you at 7:30 on Friday.

Mike: Thank you. Bye.

Waiter: Goodbye.

On the Dining Table


 bowl
 butter dish
 candles
 coaster
 decanter
 dinner plate
 fork
 wine bucket
 knife
 napkin ring, serviette ring
 napkin, serviette
 place mat
 serving spoon
 side plate
 spoon
 tablecloth
 glass
 water jug
 salt shaker
 pepper grinder

Kitchen Utensils
 beater
 can opener
 chopping board
 colander
 corkscrew
 egg flip
 garlic press
 grater
 knife
 ladle
 measuring jug
 measuring spoons
 peeler
 potato masher
 slotted spoon
 spatula
 strainer
 tongs
 whisk
 wooden spoon

Glassware and Cups


 beer glass
 beer mug
 brandy balloon
 carafe
 champagne flute
 cocktail glass
 espresso cup
 goblet
 Irish coffee glass
 jug, pitcher
 liqueur glass
 milkshake glass
 mug
 punch bowl
 punch glass
 shot glass
 tea cup
 tumbler
 water glass
 wine glass

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