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English Story (A1)Asking for Directions

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Tom is a tourist who gets lost while looking for a museum. A friendly woman gives him directions: go straight, turn left at the church, and the museum is next to a park. Tom follows her directions and finds the beautiful museum.

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Tom is a tourist in a new city. He wants to find the museum. Tom has a map, but he is lost. He sees a woman on the street. 'Excuse me,' says Tom. 'Can you help me?' The woman stops and smiles. 'Of course! What do you need?' she asks. 'I am looking for the museum,' says Tom. 'Is it far from here?' 'No, it is not far,' says the woman. 'It is about ten minutes on foot.' Tom is happy to hear this. 'Go straight on this street,' she says. 'Then turn left at the big church.' 'The museum is next to a park.' Tom thanks the woman. 'Thank you very much!' he says. 'You are welcome,' says the woman. Tom walks down the street. He sees many shops and cafes. The city is very beautiful. After five minutes, Tom sees the church. It is big and old. Tom turns left at the church. He walks a little more. Then he sees a green park. The museum is right there! Tom is very happy. He found the museum! The museum is big and white. Tom goes inside. He looks at beautiful paintings. He also sees old statues. Tom spends two hours in the museum. It is a great day.

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