In train
Marianne and Paul are foreign. Marianne is a Swiss girl, Paul is an American boy: she is from Zurich, he is from Boston. They are both in a train, talking to a lady. The lady is Italian.
Paul:
Excuse-me, madam, are those seats free?
Lady:
Yes, they’re both free. Be my guest!
Marianne:
Ok. Thanks.
Lady:
You are not Italian, you are foreign, right?
Paul:
Yes, we are foreign. I’m American, I’m from Boston.
Lady:
And you, miss, are you American too?
Marianne:
No, I’m not American, but Swiss: I’m from Zurich.
Lady:
Why are you in Italy?
Paul:
I’m in Italy to study Italian. You are also here because of this, aren’t you, Marianne?
Marianne:
Yes, Italian is necessary for my job: I’m a secretary in a tourism agency.
Lady:
Is this your first time in Italy?
Marianne:
Yes, it’s Paul’s first time in Italy. But I’m always here on vacation or work.
*The train is now in Florence.*
Marianne:
Good bye, Lady. Ah! I am Marianne Pulz, and he is Paul Lee. What’s your name, Lady?
Lady:
Pleased to meet you! I’m Sandra Rivelli. Good bye... And have a good day!
