Taking an Order
Ms Anderson is in the dining room and would like to place an order for the dinner menu. Her wait person, Janet, takes her order and makes a few recommendations.
Janet: Good evening, madam. I trust you've had a pleasant day. Would you like to see the menu?Ms Anderson: Yes, thank you.
Janet: Here you are. Would you like to begin with something from the bar?Ms Anderson: Yes, could I have a dry martini?
Janet: Certainly, madam.Ms Anderson: (looking at the menu) What are the specials this evening?
Janet: There's pan seared tuna steak, sweet and sour shrimp, tip of sirloin with your choice of pepper corn sauce or sauteed mushrooms. We also have a vegetarian entree.Ms Anderson: mmm ... Which would you recommend? The tuna steak or tip of sirloin?
Janet: They're both very tasty. However, the tuna is fresh from the market.Ms Anderson: Wonderful. I'll have the tuna.
Janet: Very good, madam. May I bring you an appetizer as well? The gazpacho is very tasty.Ms Anderson: I think I'd prefer the shrimp cocktail.
Janet: Excellent choice, and for your first course? Ms Anderson: Oh, there's so much to choose from.
Janet: May I suggest the linguini al pesto? Ms Anderson: Yes, that sounds fine.
Janet: Would you like to see the wine menu?Ms Anderson: No, that's alright. I'd like to have some white wine. Something simple.
Janet: The pinot grigio would go well with your meal.Ms Anderson: Very good, then. Pinot grigio it is.
Janet: Would you like to order your dessert now, madam?Ms Anderson: Let's wait on that.
Janet: Certainly. I'll bring the dessert list later.Ms Anderson: Thank you.
A Drink at the Bar
After a stressful day, Mr. Jackson relaxes at the bar. The bartender, Mark, responds to a few complaints while he serves Mr. Jackson his favorite cocktail.
Read the following passage and answer the questions.
Mr. Jackson: Bartender, could I have a drink? What's taking so long?!Bartender: Excuse me, sir. Yes, what can I get you?
Mr. Jackson: I'd like a whiskey sour. Bartender: Certainly sir, I'll get that straight away.
Mr. Jackson: What a day! My feet are aching! Where's an ashtray?!Bartender: Here you go sir. Did you have a busy day?
Mr. Jackson: Yes, I had to walk all over town to get to meetings. I'm exhausted.Bartender: I'm sorry to hear that, sir. Here's your drink. That should help.
Mr. Jackson: (takes a long sip) That's what I needed. Much better. Do you have any snacks?Bartender: Certainly, here are some peanuts and some savory crackers, and a napkin.
Mr. Jackson: Could I have a stir stick?Bartender: Coming up... Here you are.
Mr. Jackson: Thanks. You know, I'm sorry to say this, but these snacks are awful. Bartender: I'm terribly sorry about that, sir. What seems to be the matter?
Mr. Jackson: The peanuts are stale!Bartender: I apologize sir, I'll open a fresh can immediately.
Mr. Jackson: Thanks. Sorry to be in such a bad mood.Bartender: That's quite alright. Can I get you another drink? This one's on the house.
Mr. Jackson: That's kind of you. Yes, I'll have another whiskey sour. Bartender: Right away, sir. Do you have any preferences on the whiskey?
Mr. Jackson: Hmmm, what's that bottle over there?Bartender: That's Jack Daniel's - aged 12 years.
Mr. Jackson: That sounds good. I'd like to smoke...Bartender: Just a moment, here's an ashtray.
Mr. Jackson: Thanks. So how long have you worked at this bar?Bartender: It's been about three years now. I love this job...
Taking an Order - QUIZ
Choose the correct answer or phrase to fill in the blank. Each question has only one correct answer.
What does Ms Anderson begin with?
· A drink from the bar
· A snack
· A glass of water
Which entree is Ms Anderson NOT interested in?
· Tuna steak
· Tip of sirloin
· Sweet and sour shrimp
Which entree is fresh from the market today?
Which appetizer does Ms Anderson choose?
· Shrimp cocktail
· Gazpacho
· Sauteed mushrooms
Which first course does Janet suggest?
· Linguini al pesto
Does Ms Anderson take a look at the wine menu?
· Yes
· No
Which drink would Ms Anderson like to have with the meal?
· A dry martini
· White wine
· A beer
Which drink does Ms Anderson order before her meal?
Would Ms Anderson like dessert?
· Maybe
What does Janet offer to do?
· Bring the dessert list later
· Choose a dessert for Ms Anderson
· Bring the dessert table later
A Drink at the Bar - QUIZ
What kind of day has it been for Mr Jackson?
· A relaxing day
· A stressful day
· A holiday
What's Mr Jackson's first complaint?
· About his aching feet
· About the bartender taking so long
· About his whiskey sour
Which drink does Mr Jackson order?
· A whisky sour
· A glass of wine
What does Mr Jackson need?
· A towel
· An ashtray
· A cigarette lighter
Why are Mr Jackson's feet aching?
· He's been working out at the gym.
· He's been walking around town to get to meetings.
· He's been shopping.
What kind of snacks does the bartender have?
· Mini pizzas
· Nuts and crackers
· Olives
What does Mr Jackson ask for with his drink?
· A shot glass
· A stirrer
· A napkin
What does Mr Jackson complain about?
· The spicy peanuts
· The stale peanuts
· The tasty peanuts
What does the bartender offer to keep Mr Jackson happy?
· A small sandwich
· A drink on the house
· A handshake
Which type of whisky would Mr Jackson like in his drink?
· Smithson
· Old Kentucky
· Jack Daniel's
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