【正文】 ss district only if they have the pass displayed on their windshield.Another thing Singapore has done is to make it more difficult to buy cars. People have to apply for a certificate if they want to buy a car. And the number of certificates is limited. Not everyone can get one.There is also a high tax on cars, so it costs three or four times as much to buy a car in Singapore as it does in, say, the United States or Canada.The other thing Singapore has done is to build an excellent public transportation system. Their subway system is one of the best in the world. And there is also a very good taxi and bus system.Conversation 8 AErica: Excuse me. Could you tell me where the bank is?Man: There’s one upstairs, across from the dutyfree shop.Erica: Oh, thanks. Do you know what time it opens?Man: It should be open now. It opens at 8:00 .Erica: Good, and can you tell me how often the buses leave for the city?Man: You need to check at the transportation counter. It’s right down the hall.Erica: Ok, And just one more thing. Do you know where the nearest restroom is?Man: Right behind you. ma’am. See that sign?Erica: Oh. Thanks a lot.Conversation 8 BErica: Excuse me. It’s me again. I’m sorry. I need some more information – if you don’t mind.Man: Not at all.Erica: Thanks. Do you know how much a taxi costs to the city?Man: Well, it depends on the traffic, of course. But it usually costs about forty dollars.Erica: Forty dollars? I guess I’ll take the bus. That means I have almost an hour till the next one. Where could I find an inexpensive restaurant in the airport? Maybe a fastfood place?Man: Go upstairs and turn right. You’ll see the snack bar on your left.Erica: Thanks very much. Have a nice day.Man: You, too.Unit 3 Time for a change!Conversation 2 A Apartment huntingMr. Dean: What do you think?Mrs. Dean: Well，it has just as many bedrooms as the last apartment. And the living room is huge.Jenny: But the bedrooms are too small. And there isn’t enough closet space for my clothes.Mr. Dean: And it’s not as cheap as the last apartment we saw. Mrs. Dean: But that apartment was dark and dingy. And it was in a dangerous neighborhood.Mr. Dean: Let’s see if the real estate agent has something else to show us.Conversation 2B Apartment hunting Mr. Dean: Well, how do you like this place, then?Jenny: Oh, it’s much better than that other one. The thing I like best is the bedrooms. They are huge!Mrs. Dean: Yes, they are nice and big.Jenny: And there two bathrooms! I could have my own bathroom!Mrs. Dean: Yes, I guess you could.Jenny: The only problem is the color of the living room. I really don’t like those dark green walls.Mrs. Dean: Oh, I’m sure we can change the color if we want to.Listening 51.Man1: Creative Rentals. Good morning.Woman1: Hello. I’m calling about the apartment you have for rent.Man1: Yes. What can I tell you about it?Woman1: Where is it, exactly?Man1: It’s on King Street, just off the freeway.Woman1: Oh, near the freeway. Can you hear the traffic?Man1: Yes, I’m afraid you do hear some. But the apartment has lots of space. It has three bedrooms and a very large living room.Woman: I see. And is it in a new building?Man1: Well, the building is about fifty years old.Woman1: Uhhuh. Well, I’ll think about it.Man1: Ok. Thanks for calling.Woman1: Thank you. Bye.2.Woman2: Hello?Man2: Hello. Is the apartment you’re advertising still available?Woman2: Yes, it is.Man2: Can you tell me a little about it?Woman2: Well, it’s a perfect apartment for one person. It’s one room with a kitchen at one end.Man2: I see. And is it far away from the subway?Woman2: There’s a subway station just down the street. Actually, the apartment is located right downtown, so you step out of the building and there are stores and restaurants everywhere. But it’s on a high floor, so you don’t hear any street or traffic noise.Man2: It sounds like just the kind of place I’m looking for. I’d like to e see it, please.Woman2: Sure. Let me give you the address.3.Man3: Town and City Rentals. How can I help you?Woman3: Hi. Umm... is that apartment you advertised still available?Man3: Yes, it is.Woman3: Oh, good. Umm...Listen. I, I can’t pay too much, so the low price you’re asking is, is really good for me.Man3: Great.Woman3: How big is it?Man3: It’s two rooms, plus the kitchen and bathroom. Woman3: Well, is it a safe place to live?Man3: Well, I can tell you I’ve lived here for five years and I never heard about anybody having a problem.Woman3: Oh, that’s good. Uh... let’s see. Oh, yeah. Does the apartment have a lot of windows?Man3: Windows? Yes, there are plenty of windows. But unfortunately, there isn’t much light, really. See, there’s another building right next to ours.Woman3: Oh, that’s OK. I’m never around in the day anyway. Do you think it’s all right if I e and look at it?Man3: Anytime. When do you want to see it?Conversation 7A Making wishes Brian: So where are you working now, Terry?Terry: Oh, I’m still at the bank. I don’t like it, though.Brian: That’s too bad .Why not?Terry: Well, It’s boring, and it doesn’t pay very well.Brian: I know what you mean .I don’t like my job either. I wish I could find a better job.Terry: Actually, I don’t want to work at all anymore. I wish I had a lot of money so I could retire now.Brian: Hmm, how old are you, Terry?Terry: Uh, twentysix.Conversation 7B Making wishes Brian: So how are things going with you and Susie, Terry?Terry: Oh, you didn’t know? She and I broke up a couple of month ago. We decided we needed a break from each other for a while. But I miss her a lot. I wish we could get back together again.Brian: I’m sure you will.Terry: I really hope so. So what kind of job would like to look for?Brian: I’m not sure, but I’d love something