3. Asking for the directions
व्यक्ति 1: नमस्ते, क्या आप मेरी मदद कर सकते हैं?
व्यक्ति 2: हाँ, ज़रूर। क्या चाहिए?
व्यक्ति 1: मुझे बस स्टैंड जाना है। क्या आपको रास्ता मालूम है?
व्यक्ति 2: हाँ, सीधे जाएँ और पहले चौराहे से बाएँ मुड़ें।
व्यक्ति 1: फिर?
व्यक्ति 2: फिर सीधे चलते रहें। बस स्टैंड दाईं ओर है।
व्यक्ति 1: धन्यवाद!
व्यक्ति 2: कोई बात नहीं।
Translation:
Person 1: Hello, can you help me?
Person 2: Yes, sure. What do you need?
Person 1: I need to go to the bus stand. Can you tell me the way?
Person 2: Yes, go straight and turn left at the first intersection.
Person 1: Then?
Person 2: Then keep going straight. The bus stand will be on your right.
Person 1: Thank you!
Person 2: No problem.
Props needed:
A map or signs to make the role-play more interactive.
Useful vocabulary
- मदद (Madad) – Help
- बस स्टैंड (Bus Stand) – Bus Stand
- रास्ता (Rasta) – Way/Path
- सीधे (Seedhe) – Straight
- चौराहा (Chauraha) – Intersection
- बाएँ (Baayein) – Left
- दाईं (Daayin) – Right
- मुड़ना (Mudna) – To turn
- कोई बात नहीं (Koi Baat Nahi) – No problem
- धन्यवाद (Dhanyavaad) – Thank you
Your turn:
Use AI to create a role-play for two partners using simple sentences in Hindi without transliteration. Ensure each person speaks at least six sentences. Include elements such as asking for directions and seeking clarification.
Day One (Monday)
- Begin by practicing the given role-play by me with your partner to build confidence and understanding.
- Next, collaborate with your partner to create your own unique role-play using an AI tool.
- The role-play must be written in Hindi (no transliteration) and should include 5-6 sentences per partner to ensure a balanced dialogue.
Day Two (Wednesday)
- Together as a class, we will read your role-plays aloud and analyze them.
- We’ll identify areas for improvement, discuss what feels authentic, and refine any phrases or ideas that may need adjustment.
- This will also be a great opportunity to discuss commonly used phrases and vocabulary that appear in the dialogues.
Homework
- Practice your customized role-play thoroughly with your partner to prepare for the presentation.
Day Three: Friday: Oral Presentation (20 Points)
- You and your partner will perform your role-play in front of the class.
- Important: Memorize your lines—reading from notes, papers, or laptops is not allowed.
- Bring the role-play to life by adding expression and acting skills. The performance should feel natural and engaging.
