Unit 14 So That S What It Means

Unit 14 So that’s what it means! p. 93 F: So how are things at school, Raj? R: Oh, pretty good, actually. F: Do you find it easy to communicate with people? R: Most of the time—though there are some things I find a bit unusual—for example, the way that people ends a conversation. You know, they’ll say things like, “Hey, let’s get together soon.” At first, I thought that they were inviting me to do something, but then I realized it’s just a way of saying good-bye. It’s not really an invitation at all. It takes a bit of getting used to. p. 96. 1. M: Oh no. Not another parking ticket. That’s the second one this week. Why did I get a ticket for parking here? I thought this was a free parking zone. W: Maybe you can only park here after working hours. Is there a sign around anywhere? M: Oh, you’re right. There’s one over there. I didn’t even notice it. Looks like you can’t park here till after 6pm. W: How much is the fine? M: Would you believe it! $60! 2. W: I wonder why that traffic officer is signaling me? M: Perhaps he means you’re driving too fast. W: No, I don’t think so. The speed limit is 60 and I’m only going 55. M: Hmm. I wonder why there are no other cars in this lane. W: What do you mean? M: Well, you see how the other cars are all in the lane next to us. W: You’re right. I think this one is just for buses and taxis. They really should pt up better signs around here. 3 M: That’s weird. The last few cars driving toward us were flashing their lights. W: I see what you mean. There’s another one. M: Maybe my lights are on or something. Let me check. No, they’re off. W: Do you think there’s an accident up ahead? Maybe you’d better slow down. M: Oh, now I see what’s happening. There’s a patrol car up ahead checking people’s speed. How nice of those other drivers to let me know! Well, I’m within the speed limit —at least I am now!