中财网一 挂面:交际英语常考考点十七讲
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清清楚楚地表达所要约会的时间和地点，明明白白地进行预定的活动。
[典型表达]
Are you / will you be free this afternoon? 你今天下午有空吗？
How about tomorrow morning? 明天上午怎么样？
Shall we meet at the school gate？我们在校门口见面好吗？
Yes, I’ll be free then. 好，那时我有空。
No, I won’t be free then. But I’ll be free tomorrow.
不行，那时我没空儿。但是我明天有空。
All right. See you then. 好，那时见。
How about going for a drink together? 一起去喝一杯怎么样？
What time shall we go? 我们什么时间去？
[案例探究]
—When shall we meet, at 6:00 or at 6:30?
—________.
A. At any time
B. You make the time
C. Well, either time will do
D. Any time is OK
答案与解析: C。此题题干中的信息词是at 6:00 or at 6:30, 表示两个时间概念。答语中的any不合适，因为any指三者或三者以上中的任何一个。
[巩固练习]
1. —Hello, may I have an appointment with the doctor?
—_________
A. Sorry. He is busy at the moment.
B. Why didn’t you call earlier?
C. Certainly. May I know your name?
D. Sorry. He doesn’t want to see you.
2. —I’ll meet you outside the cinema in an hour, OK?
—___________.
A. No, 2 hours earlier
B. Yes, that’s a good idea
C. OK, but I can manage
D. No, I don’t think so
3. —____________?
—OK. Let’s meet at the usual place.
A. Would seven thirty be all right for you
B. Would you like to know where we will meet
C. Would you let me know when we all meet
D. Would you mind meeting at the usual place
Key: 1-3 CBA
二、赴宴就餐用语小结
英语中关于赴宴就餐及殷勤款待的常用交际用语有多种。
[典型表达]
Would you like to have supper with me?
你愿意和我一起吃晚饭吗？
That would be nice. Let’s fix a date.
那太好了，咱们定个日子吧。
I’d love to, but my brother is coming.
愿意，但是我哥哥要来。
I’d like to invite you to dinner at my flat.
我想邀请你到我公寓吃饭。
What would you like to eat / drink?
你想吃（喝）点什么？
What / How about another piece of bread？
再来一块面包怎么样？
Would you like some more beef? 你想再吃点牛肉吗？
Do you want to have some chicken?
你想吃一些鸡肉吗？
I’m full. / I’ve had enough. 我饱了。
I’d like two eggs and a glass of milk.
我想要两个鸡蛋和一杯牛奶。
Yes, please, just a little. 好的，只要一点点。
Help yourself. 请自便。/ 请随便吃。
Make yourself at home. 不要客气，请自便。
[案例探究]
—Would you like some more soup?
—_______. It is delicious, but I’ve had enough.
(重庆2006)
A. Yes, please
B. No, thank you
C. Nothing more
D. I’d like some
答案与解析: B。从but I’ve had enough可以知道“已经吃好，不想再要”，所以用No, thank you. 才得体。
[巩固练习]
1. —Can I help you, sir?
—_______.
A. Yes, you can help me
B. No, I don’t need any help
C. Of course, if you like
D. No, thanks. I’m being served
2. —That was a great dinner. _______
—Thanks. But it really took on
A. I have never had it before.
B. I enjoyed it very much.
C. You must have spent all day cooking.
D. Who cooked it?
Key: 1-2 DC
三、安慰表达方法小结
当别人失意、失败、担心、忧虑时，我们应该给以适当的安慰，使之振作、振奋。你可以说：Don’t be afraid. Cheer up. / Come on. You can do it.等。
[高考真题]
1. — I’m thinking of the test tomorrow. I’m afraid I can’t pass this time.
— __________! I’m sure you’ll make it.（天津2006）
A. Go ahead B. Good luck
C. No problem D. Cheer up
2. — Oh dear! I’ve just broken a window.
— __________. It can’t be helped. （2005全国卷I）
A. Never mind B. All right
C. That’s fine D. Not at all
[答案与解析]
1. D。 一方担心不能通过考试，另一方去安慰。答语意为：振作起来，我肯定你能通过。
2. A。此处表示安慰，句子意思是：不要紧（Never mind），已经没法了。注意Never mind表示两个意思： 1） Don’t worry. 2) It doesn’t matter.
[巩固练习]
1. — I’m dead tired. I can’t walk any farther, Jenny.
— __________, Tommy. You can do it. （江西2006）
A. No problem B. No hurry
C. Come on D. That’s OK
2. — I’m sorry I broke your mirror.
— Oh, really? __________.
A. It’s OK with me B. It doesn’t matter
C. Don’t care D. I don’t care
3. — I’m afraid I can’t finish the work by tomorrow.
— __________
A. That’s right. B. Does that surprise you?
C. Don’t worry. D. Really?
Key：1-3 CBC
四、同意与反对表达方法小结
英语中，当对方提出某种观点、意见或请求时，你要表示恰当而具体的态度。究竟是同意还是不同意，要有个明确的答复。
[高考真题]
1. — Do you think I could borrow your bicycle?
— __________ (浙江2005)
A. How come? B. Take your time.
C. Yes, go on. D. Yes, help yourself.
2. — Do you mind my smoking here?
— __________! （四川2006）
A. No, thanks B. No. Good idea
C. Yes, please D. Yes. Better not
[答案与解析]
1. D。问句为：我能够借用你的自行车吗？ 答语表示同意：好的，请随便吧（Yes, help yourself.）。 另外表示同意的用语还有Certainly / Exactly / Sure / Of course. / I agree. / No problem. / That’s exactly what I was thinking.等。
2. D。此处表示委婉的不同意。意思是：你最好不要抽 ( You’d better not smoke.)。另外表示不同意的用语有：No, I don’t think so. / I’m afraid not. / I don’t agree with you. 等。
[巩固练习]
1. — Let’s go swimming, shall we?
— __________. （上海2001）
A. It’s my pleasure B. It doesn’t matter
C. Yes, let’s go D. I agree with you
2. — People should stop using their cars and start using public transport.
— __________. The roads are too crowded as it is.
(浙江2005)
A. All right B. Exactly C. Go ahead D. Fine
3. — The singers all act strangely. They are shouting instead of singing.
— __________.
A. That’s great B. I’m afraid not
C. I don’t think so D. It’s terrible
Key：1-3 CBC
五、表扬与鼓励表达方法小结
在西方，人们总会适时地给对方以表扬和鼓励。人们对于别人的赞扬一般会表示高兴，并且“Thank you!”不离口。
[高考真题]
1. —What a beautiful picture you’ve drawn!
—__________. (四川2006)
A. Not at all B. Thank you C. You are great D. I’m proud of you
2. —Do you think our basketballers played very well yesterday?
—__________. （上海2001）
A. They are not nervous at all B. They were still young
C. They played naturally D. They couldn’t have done better
[答案与解析]
1. B。本题考查接受表扬的交际用语。对于别人的夸奖，要说声Thank you! 另外，接受别人表扬的答语还有： I’m glad you like it.
2. D。此处They couldn’t have done better是一句赞扬的话。说明他们已经尽了最大努力，不会打得比这再好了。这是最好的。另外，赞扬和表扬别人的用语还有：Very good! Well done! Wonderful! Excellent! You speak English very well. Your dress is very beautiful!
[巩固练习]
1. —That was a great dinner. You must have spent all day cooking.
—__________. But it really took on
A. You are right B. That’s all right
C. Thanks D. No, of course not
2. —I think you look very nice in the red jacket.
—__________.
A. Oh, no, I don’t look nice at all B. I’m glad you think so
C. I don’t like red color but my mom made me wear it
D. You are very kind
3. —Your tie goes very well with your shirt.
—__________
A. Oh, it is on sale. B. I bought it at a half price.
C. Does it really look OK? D. No, not so nice.
Key: 1-3 CBC
六、问路表达方法小结
谁都有迷路的时候，谁都有找不到目的地而犯愁的时候。只要你会使用恰当的问路表达方式，前途肯定会是光明的。
[典型表达]
Excuse me. Where is the Pacific Hotel?
对不起，请问太平洋宾馆在哪儿？
Go down this street until you see the tall building.
沿着这条路走，直到你看到那个高楼。
Does this road lead to the Agriculture Bank of China?
这条马路到/通向中国农业银行吗？
No. Turn right at the first crossing.
不，在第一个十字路口向右拐。
Excuse me. Which is the way to the No. 1 Middle School?
打扰一下，请问哪条路到一中？
You can take No. 503 bus. 你可以乘503路公交车。
Excuse me. Could you tell me the way to the airport?
打扰了。你能告诉我去飞机场的路吗？
It’s over there. It’s in that direction. 在那儿，就在那个方向。
Can you tell me how to get to the People’s Park?
你能告诉我怎么去人民公园吗？
Sorry, I don’t know. I’m a stranger here.
对不起，我不知道。我也是刚来这儿。
[案例探究]
—Excuse me, can you tell me where the nearest bank is, please?
—______ Oh yes! It’s past the office, next to a big market.
(全国2006 I)
A. Mm, let me think. B. Oh, I beg your pardon?
C. You’re welcome. D. What do you mean?
答案与解析: A。本题考查问路情景中的口语交际用语。此题题干中的信息词是Oh yes! 表明说话者有一个思考的过程。意思是“哦，让我想想。”
[巩固练习]
1. —_________
—It’s on
A. Hello, can you tell me the way to the station?
B. Turn left at the traffic lights.
C. Shall I take a bus?
D. Is it far from here?
2. —Excuse me, can you tell me how to get to the airport?
—_________.
A. Certainly, you can take No. 3 bus
B. No, I don’t know how
C. Yes, you could go by bus D. Along this road
3. —Excuse me, could you tell me if there is a hospital near here?
—_________
A. Why not? B. No, I couldn’t.
C. Sorry, I’m a stranger here myself. D. My pleasure.
Key: 1-3 DAC
七、介绍表达方法小结
学会用得体的英语去巧妙地介绍自己和别人，能够使气氛融洽，使大家交流轻松愉快。
[典型表达]
May I introduce you to my friend Hang Kai?
我可以把你介绍给我的朋友杭凯吗？
Please allow me to introduce you to my classmates.
请允许我把你介绍给我的同学。
I’ d like you to meet my friend, Maria.
我想请你见一见我的朋友玛利娅。
May I introduce myself? I’m Jim Green.
我做一下自我介绍好吗？我是杰姆?格林。
How do you do? My name is Cui Hengbiao.
你好，我是崔恒标。
I’m Kate. Happy to know you. 我是凯特，很高兴认识你。
I’d like you to meet Jim. He’s a friend of mine.
我想请你见一下吉姆，他是我的一个朋友。
[案例探究]
—Hi, I’m your new neighbor. My name is David.
—_________
A. Do you live alone? B. Where are you from?
C. Hi! It’s good to see you. I’m George.
D. Oh, you are my new neighbor.
答案与解析: C。本题考查介绍的口语交际用语。对方说出了是新邻居并做了自我介绍，你也要问候并做出自我介绍。
[巩固练习]
1. —Let me introduce myself. I’m Vincent.
—__________.
A. What a pleasure B. It’s my pleasure
C. Pleased to meet you D. I’m very pleased
2. —Kate, this is Susan Jones, my old school friend.
—Nice to meet you.
—_________.
A. Nice to meet you B. Me, too
C. It’s my pleasure to meet you D. Thank you
3. —Peter, this is my classmate Li Hua.
—_________
A. How are you? B. How do you like me?
C. How do you do? D. Thank you.
Key: 1-3 CBC
八、告别表达方法小结
相见时难别亦难，友情再深终有一别。不要忧伤，不要难过。我们既然要离开，就得学会用地道的英语来委婉地表达我们的离别之意。
[典型表达]
I’m afraid I must be leaving now.
我恐怕得告辞了。
I must be off now. 我必须得走了。
It’s time I met my brother. I have to go now. 是我去见我哥哥的时候了，我现在得走了。
I’m sorry I have to go now. 对不起我得走了。
I think it’s time for us to leave now.
我想现在是我们告辞的时候了。
It was nice meeting you. =Nice to have met you.
遇见你真是太好了。
[案例探究]
—It’s getting late. I’m afraid I must be going now.
—OK. _______ (全国卷2004)
A. Take it easy. B. Go slowly.
C. Stay longer. D. See you.
答案与解析: D。客人道别，主人同意,然后道别.
[巩固练习]
1. —I’m afraid I have to say goodbye to you.
—_______.
A. I’m sorry B. That’s all right
C. Never mind
D. I wish you could stay longer
2. —It’s late. I’d like to say goodbye.
—_______.
A. Please stay more a while
B. That’s all right
C. Hope you had a good time. See you tomorrow D. I’ll miss you
Key: 1-2 DC
九、提供帮助用语小结
提供帮助一般分两种情况：职业用语和其他情况。当拒绝别人的帮助时，记得说一句Thank you all the same.或者That’s very kind of you, but I can manage it myself.
[高考真题]
1. — Could you do me a favor and take these books to my office?
— Yes, ________. （山东2005）
A. for pleasure B. I could
C. my pleasure D. with pleasure
2. — Shall I give you a ride as you live so far away?
— Thank you. _________. (江西2005)
A. It couldn’t be better B. Of course you can
C. If you like D. It’s up to you
[答案与解析]
1. D。 for pleasure相当于for fun； my pleasure或者It’s a pleasure的意思是：不客气； with pleasure表示客气地接受或同意，意思是：当然了，很愿意。
2. A。 It couldn’t be better意为：太好了！表示很高兴接受别人的帮忙；而其他选项显得有些不礼貌：If you like（要是你愿意的话）；It’s up to you（由你自己决定）。
[巩固练习]
1. — Your suitcase seems very heavy. Need any help?
— ________
A. That all depends!
B. No, thanks. I can manage it myself.
C. It’s a pleasure.
D. It couldn’t be better. Thank you all the same.
2. — Can I get you a cup of tea?
— ________.
A. That’s very nice of you B. With pleasure
C. You can, please D. Thank you for the tea
3. — Good morning! ________
— No thanks, I’m just looking around.
A. How do you do? B. What can I do for you?
C. How are you? D. Would you like to help me?
Key: BAB
十、打电话用语小结
许多人害怕用英语打电话或接电话，一是因为自己的听力和口语水平不够，还有一个重要的原因就是电话英语中有许多固定表达方式。
[高考真题]
1. — Can I speak to Mr. Wang, please?
— ______ （2005全国卷I）
A. Who are you? B. I’m Wang.
C. Speaking. D. Are you John?
2. — Good morning, Grand Hotel.
— Hello, I’d like to book a room for the nights of the 18th and 19th.
— ______ (NMET 2001)
A. What can I do for you? B. Just a minute, please.
C. What’s the matter? D. At your service.
[答案与解析]
1. C。Speaking是This is Mr. Wang speaking的缩写形式，意思是：请讲，我就是你要找的Mr. Wang。
2. B。公司或酒店的员工接电话时，首先要自报单位的名称。在本题中，服务员在得知顾客的要求后，要花一点时间去查实有没有空房间，因此，礼貌地让顾客稍等。
[巩固练习]
1. — Hello, Mr. Smith. This is Larry Jackson. I am afraid I won’t be able to arrive on time for the meeting in your office.
— ______. We’ll wait for you. (江西2005)
A. Hurry up B. No doubt C. Cheer up D. That’s all right
2. Tara: This is Tara Patel from Cotton House in Kidderminster. Could I speak to Mr. Smith, please?
Mr. Smith: ______ (广东2005)
A. Hello. B. I’m Mr. Smith. C. Who are you? D. Speaking.
3. — Hello. May I speak to Zhao Hua?
— Yes. ______.
A. My name’s Zhao Hua B. I’m Zhao Hua
C. This is Zhao Hua speaking D. Zhao Hua’s me
(Key：1-3 DDC)
十一、责备和抱怨用语小结
在对方做错了事或者没有能够做好某事的时候，我们可能会去责备或者抱怨。值得注意的是，语气要委婉。当我们受到别人的责备或者抱怨时，我们也要表示歉意。
[典型表达]
He is to blame. 他应负责任。
She blamed him for the traffic accident.
她为交通事故责备他。
He shouldn’t have done it.
他本不该干那件事的。
Why can’t you do something about it?
你为何不能为那件事出点力？
—He couldn’t find the place. 他找不到那个地方。
—You told him how to get there, but perhaps you should have drawn a map.
你告诉了他如何去，但是也许你本应画张地图。
[案例探究]
—I was really anxious about you. You shouldn’t have left without a word.
—________
A. Why not? B. Really?
C. I don’t know. D. I’m terribly sorry.答案与解析： D。做了错事理应表示歉意。
[巩固练习]
1. —You shouldn’t have chosen that kind of book for me. —_______
A. Oh, don’t complain about a gift.
B. Sorry. I’ll give you a better on
C. What’s wrong with you?
D. What can I do for you?
2. —How could you say that?
—_______ I didn’t mean to hurt you.
A. Excuse me. B. I won’t regret.
C. I’m really sorry. D. That’s all right.
3. —Everyone blames Dick for breaking the window.
—_______ He was busy doing his homework then.
A. It’s unfair. B. He is to blame.
C. Why not? D. Not surprising.
Key: 1-3 BCA
十二、建议表达方法小结
如果你所建议的内容是对方容易接受的，且双方关系比较密切，则回答可以很直接、随意；如果双方关系一般，则回答需要委婉。在拒绝对方的建议时，一般要给出理由。
[高考真题]
1. — How about seeing the new movie at the theatre tonight?
— ______, but I’ve got to go over my notes for tomorrow’s exam.（重庆2006）
A. All right B. Sounds great
C. I can’t D. No, I am terribly sorry
2. — Go for a picnic this weekend, OK?
— ______. I love getting close to nature.
（福建2004）
A. I couldn’t agree more
B. I’m afraid not
C. I believe not
D. I don’t think so
[答案与解析]
1. B。英语中用来表示提建议的结构有How / What about ...? Shall we ...?等。回答时用Why not? / Good idea!/Sounds good / great.等来表示赞同。用No way等表示不同意。
2. A。从I love getting close to nature的暗示可以知道，“我”对建议持赞成态度。I couldn’t agree more表示“我十分赞同”。
[巩固练习]
1. — How about putting some pictures into the report?
— _______ A picture is worth a thousand words.
（江苏2005）
A. No way. B. Why not?
C. All right? D. No matter.
2. — Shall we go to the art exhibition right away?
— _______. （安徽2005）
A. It’s your opinion B. I don’t mind
C. It’s all up to you D. That’s your decision
3. — Let’s listen to my new MP4, shall we?
—_________.
A. Any time will do B. It’s right
C. That’s all right D. That sounds like a good idea
（Key：1-3: BCD）
十三、邀请表达方法小结
对于别人的邀请如Would you like ...? / Can you come to ...?等要作出明确的答复，同意还是拒绝要说清楚，同时不要忘了感谢。如果拒绝的话，要表示歉意最好再说明缘由。
[高考真题]
1. — Would you like some more soup?
— _______. It is delicious, but I’ve had enough.（重庆2006）
A. Yes, please B. No, thank you
C. Nothing more D. I’d like some
2. — Would you like some more tea?
— ______, please. (2005全国II)
A. No more B. Just a little
C. I’ve had enough D. Yes, I would
[答案与解析]
1. B。此处对别人的邀请表示拒绝，由but I’ve had enough可以知道不要了，并要说谢谢。表示拒绝的答语还有：I’d love to, but I’m sorry I can’t.等。
2. B。此处表示同意对方的邀请。Just a little 表示“来一点吧”。表示同意的答语还有：Yes, I’d love to. That’s very kind / nice of you. 等。
[巩固练习]
1. — I’ve got your invitation.
— Oh, good. ______ (北京2002春)
A. Can you come? B. Thanks a lot.
C. I’ll take it. D. May I help you?
2. — I enjoyed the food very much.
— I’m glad you like it. Please drop in any time you like.
— ______ (上海2001春)
A. Is it all right? B. I’m afraid I won’t be free.
C. Yes, I will. D. That’s great.
3. — Would you like to go to the theatre with me tonight?
— ______.
A. No, I won’t be free B. Thanks a lot
C. I’d love to, but I’m not free D. I’m sorry to hear that
Key：1-3 ACC
十四、祝愿与祝贺表达方法小结
日常生活中，我们经常接受别人的祝愿、祝贺，同时我们也应学习去祝愿、祝贺别人。有时还有共同的祝愿(The same to you.)。祝愿的表达方式很多，但是一定要用得恰到好处。
[高考真题]
1. Tom: Mike, our team will play against the Rockets this weekend. I’m sure we will win.
Mike: __________! （广东2005）
A. Congratulations B. Cheers
C. Best wishes D. Good luck
2. — Guess what! I came across an old friend at the party last night.
— ____________. I’m sure you had a wonderful time. （辽宁2004）
A. Sounds good B. Very well
C. How nice D. All right
[答案与解析]
1. D。表示“祝你好运”说Good luck!。另外表示祝愿的用语还有Have a good trip!（祝一路顺风!）等。
2. C。由上句“我昨天碰到了一位好朋友”可以知道，下句应表示祝贺。而A、 B、 D项都不表示祝贺。另外表示祝贺的有： Congratulations to you on your success. (祝贺你成功)等。
[巩固练习]
1. — I’m taking my driving test tomorrow.
— ___________. （NMET 2002）
A. Cheers B. Good luck
C. Come on D. Congratulations
2. — Thank God. It’s Friday again. A nice weekend.
— ___________.
A. Me too B. That’s all right
C. The same to you D. Yes, I’ll be free then
3. — I’ve passed my English test finally.
— Really? ____________.
A. It’s an obvious fact B. Congratulations
C. I suppose you are right D. You have yourself to thank
Key：1-3 BCB
十五、希望与愿望表达方法小结
当希望别人做某事或者不愿意让别人做某事，或者表达自己的一种希望、愿望时需要恰当用词，这样才能准确地传达自己的意图。
[高考真题]
1. — Will you be able to finish your report today?
— ____________. （2006全国卷II）
A. I like it B. I hope so
C. I’ll do so D. I’d love it
2. — You haven’t lost the ticket, have you?
— ____________. I know it’s not easy to get another on
A. I hope not B. Yes, I have
C. I hope so D. Yes, I’m afraid so
[答案与解析]
1. B。此处表示一种希望，意思是：我希望今天能够完成报告。常见的表达希望的用语还有I wish to see you again. / I hope to become a teacher. 等。
2. A。根据语境，此处应用I hope not (我希望没丢)，表示希望不会是某种情况。
[巩固练习]
1. — Do you feel like taking a walk in the park?
— ____________.
A. You may ask your brother to go, too
B. Yes, but I can’t afford the time
C. No, I’m really not in the mood for it this evening
D. No, thank you
2. — Bill, would you like to go camping sometime this month?
— ____________
— Probably just the two of us.
A. Sure, Fred wants to go, too.
B. I’d love to, but I heard it’s too crowded.
C. Fine, as long as it’s a weekend. By the way, who’s going?
D. Sounds great, when can you get time off from work?
3. — Who would you rather have clean the office?
— ____________.
A. I’d like Tom B. Tom, please
C. Tom’d rather D. Tom, of course
Key：1-3 CCD
十六、感谢与应答表达方法小结
英美人几乎在一切场合都对别人的帮助、赞扬，哪怕是微不足道的事表示感谢。表达感谢很简单，但是要恰到好处却不是容易的。
[高考真题]
1. — Thanks for the lovely and delicious food.
— _______. （2003北京 春）
A. No thanks B. Never mind
C. All right D. My pleasure
2. — Thank you ever so much for the book you sent me. (上海1997 )
— _______.
A. No thanks B. I’m glad you like it
C. Please don’t say so D. No, it’s not so good
[答案与解析]
1. D。My pleasure. 常常用来回答对方的感谢。常见的回答感谢的方式还有：You’re welcome. / Not at all. / Don’t mention it. / That’s all right. 等。
2. B。此处I’m glad you like it也是回答感谢的一种方式。
[巩固练习]
1. — It’s been a wonderful evening. Thank you very much.
— _______. (北京2002)
A. My pleasure B. I’m glad to do that
C. No, thanks D. It’s OK
2. — I really don’t know how to thank you enough.
— _______.
A. No problem B. Think nothing of it
C. Not at all D. It doesn’t matter
3. — It’s been an unforgettable party. Thank you very much.
— _______.
A. No thanks B. It’s OK
C. You are welcome D. Just do it
Key：1-3 ACC
十七、询问信息表达方法小结
在真实的交际当中，对于怎样询问信息以及怎样回答对方的询问，是要做出思考的。询问用语要得体，回答信息要贴近事实。
[高考真题]
1. —Excuse me, Sir, is the swimming pool open all day? （广东2006）
—______. On
A. That’s right B. Yes, of course
C. Sorry, I am not sure
D. Sorry, I’m afraid not
2 —I wonder if I could possibly use your car for tonight? （NMET 2006 I）
—_______. I’m not using it anyhow.
A. Sure, go ahead B. I don’t know
C. Yes, indeed D. I don’t care
[答案与解析]
1. D。对方问游泳池是否全天开放。另一方回答恐怕不是。因为后一句表明了是仅从6点到10点。英语中用来询问信息的交际用语有：Excuse me, do you know ...? / Could you tell me ...? / Have you got any idea why ...? 等。用来回答的有：Certainly. / OK. / All right. / Sorry, I’ve got no idea. / I’m afraid I can’t ...等。
2. A。一方问：我想知道是否有可能使用你的汽车? 另一方则明确告之：当然可以，你用吧。因为我不用。
[巩固练习]
1. —How often do you eat out?
—_______, but usually on
(天津2004)
A. Have no idea B. It depends
C. As usual D. Generally speaking
2. —Excuse me, could you tell me where I could make a call?
—Sorry, I’m a stranger here.
—_______.
A. Thanks a lot B. That’s a pity
C. Thanks anyway D. I’m sorry to hear that
3. —Are you satisfied with what she has done?
—________. It couldn’t be any better.
A. Not a little B. Not at all
C. I’m sorry D. Thank you
Key: 1-3 BCA