Learning Objectives
By the end of this lesson, you will be able to:
- ask for directions and clarify gate changes politely at the airport.
Exercise 1
Travel Situation
Direction: Read the situation for today's lesson
Liam notices that his gate number has changed and feels unsure where to go. He approaches an airport guide to ask for directions, clarify the new gate location, and follow the instructions politely so he can reach the correct gate on time.
Exercise 2
Picture Talk
Direction: Fill the blanks using the correct phrase.
Information Desk
Checking Map
Clarifying Gate Change
Walking to Gate
Exercise 3
Travel Expressions
Direction: Listen and repeat after your teacher
Noun
Directions
Similar:
route
guidance
path
instruction
/dəˈrɛkʃənz/
Meaning:
Instructions or guidance on how to reach a place.
- Liam asked for directions to the new gate.
Idiom
Point someone in the right direction
Similar:
guide
help
show
direct
/pɔɪnt ˈsʌmwʌn ɪn ðə raɪt dəˈrɛkʃən/
Meaning:
To help someone find the correct way.
- The airport guide pointed Liam in the right direction.
Check with
Phrasal Verb
Similar:
confirm
consult
verify
ask
/ʧɛk wɪð/
Meaning:
To confirm information with someone.
- Liam checked with the guide about the updated gate.
Could you tell me…?
Phrase
Similar:
can you
would you
please tell me
may I ask
/kʊd juː tɛl mi/
Meaning:
A polite way to ask for information.
- Liam said, "Could you tell me where gate 22 is?"
Exercise 3
Office Conversation
Direction: Read the conversation aloud with your teacher.
Situation:
Anna introduces herself to a new colleague at work.
Conversation
Exercise 4
Direction: First, read the conversation aloud. Then, practice by role-playing it with your tutor.
Situation: Liam asks for directions at the airport.
Excuse me, could you tell me where gate 22 is?
Liam
Sure. Go straight ahead and then turn left.
Airport Guide
Thank you. Is gate 22 still in the same terminal?
Liam
No, it has been changed to Terminal B.
Airport Guide
I see. Can you point me in the right direction?
Liam
Follow this corridor and take the escalator down.
Airport Guide
Got it. I’ll check with the signs to be sure.
Liam
Perfect. You’ll reach the gate in five minutes.
Airport Guide
Check Understanding
Direction: Answer the questions about the conversation.
1. Why did Liam ask the airport guide for help?
2. What change did the airport guide explain to Liam?
3. Which polite phrase did Liam use to ask for information?
Exercise 5
Picture Talk
Direction: Let’s do Picture Talk. Describe the place, the objects, and the action.
Questions
- 1. Where is Liam asking for help?
2. What object is he holding to check the route?
3. What action is the airport guide performing?
4. How does Liam follow the instructions to reach the gate?
Exercise 6
Choose the Correct Answer
Direction: Direction: Select the correct answer from the options A, B, or C.
- 1. Liam asked ___ directions to gate 22.
A. a
B. an
C. the
2. The guide pointed Liam ___ the right direction.
A. on
B. in
C. to
3. Liam ___ with the guide to confirm the gate change.
A. check
B. checked
C. checking
4. The gate has been moved ___ Terminal B.
A. at
B. in
C. to
5. Liam spoke ___ and politely to the airport guide.
A. clear
B. clearly
C. clarity
6. Liam followed the corridor ___ the escalator.
A. to
B. in
C. at
7. He held a ___ to check the airport layout.
A. map
B. paper
C. note
8. Liam said, "___ you tell me which gate has changed?"
A. Could
B. Can
C. Will
Exercise 7
Discussion
Direction: Discuss these questions to practice speaking and share experiences.
- 1. How do you ask for directions politely at the airport?
2. What do you do if the gate number changes suddenly?
3. How do you check the terminal or gate location on a map?
4. Where do you go if you need help finding your gate?
5. How do you confirm instructions with an airport staff?
6. How do you stay calm when navigating a busy airport?
7. What phrases help you communicate clearly with airport guides?
8. How do you make sure you reach the correct gate on time?
