Learn English 73 - Sightseeing

Focus: Articles Language: Common words and phrases using definite, indefinite, and zero articles MS. ZHANG: Where do you want to go sightseeing today? MS. PHILLIPS: I want to visit this temple I've read about in the guide book. MS. ZHANG: OK, but I will buy the entrance ticket. MS. PHILLIPS: Oh, I didn't realize we have to pay to get in. MR. ZHANG: Yes, in China, there is a small fee to enter museums, parks and temples. MS. PHILLIPS: That's very different from back home . Have you ever heard of anyone paying to go to church? MR. ZHANG: You're right. In the West you don't make a direct payment at the entrance but the congregation is usually expected to make a contribution during collection . MS. PHILLIPS: Oh, you've been to England before? MR. ZHANG: Yes I went there last year. I had the time of my life , although it took a few days to adjust. The two cultures are so different. MS. PHILLIPS: Well, this is my first visit to China. And I've heard this temple is amazing. When was it built? MR. ZHANG: Pretty recently. About 150 years ago. MS. PHILLIPS: Well that seems very old to me. MR. ZHANG: Considering China's 5000 year history it's relatively new! MS. PHILLIPS: Do you go to that temple? MR. ZHANG: No, but my parents do. MS. PHILLIPS: To pray ? MR. ZHANG: No. Nowadays people just come to pray for good luck and money. MS. PHILLIPS: A similar trend is occurring in the West especially in regard to festivals. Many people still celebrate Christmas, although they might not be churchgoers . MR. ZHANG: Yes, it's interesting. We should find a taxi and go .

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Uploaded: November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am
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