Read the following
conversations and see how the new words are used.
[M] I can't believe this train is so crowded! We'll be standing
for the duration of the trip.
[W] I always thought that buying a fare entitled me to a seat.
[M] They should operate
more trains on busy holidays like today.
[M] Take a look at the directory
to see exactly what time the next train to New York leaves.
[W] Do you think the trains are punctual?
[M] I would think that operating
on time would be the basis of any transportation company.
[M] I would like to take the train to visit my parents, but they
live in a remote part of the state.
[W] I sympathize. I wish there
were a more comprehensive train
system in this country.
[M] Taking a plane is an option and the time saved just might offset the cost of the ticket.
[M] We would like to upgrade our accommodations for the remainder of the trip.
[W] I'm afraid that all the sleeping chambers we have available
are relatively the same.
[M] That's a shame. We were hoping to secure a deluxe room.