1.1 Finding the Way

1.1 Finding the Way

Read this scenario and compare it with the translation. After that plan to do the role-play activity with the partner. 

 In this role-play, one student is a tourist who is lost in Delhi, and the other is a local giving direction. They discuss street names, landmarks, and how to reach a specific location.

Tourist: माफ़ कीजिए, क्या मालूम है (सफ़दरगंज से) दिल्ली हाट कहाँ है? 

Local: मुझे नहीं ठीक से नहीं मालूम लेकिन शायद वह पास ही* है। क्या आपके पास गूगल मैप है?

Tourist: हाँ, वह तो है लेकिन मुझे समझ नहीं आ रहा किस तरफ़ जाना है।

Local: दिखाइए! पहले आप सीधे जाइए फिर एक पेट्रोल पम्प आएगा उसके बाद ही* है। बहुत आसान है।

Tourist: कितना दूर है?

Local: कम से कम आधे घंटे चलना होगा। आप मेट्रो से जा सकते हैं। अगला स्टॉप ही है।

Tourist: ठीक है। मैं मेट्रो लेता हूँ।

Local: ठीक है।

Tourist : धन्यवाद जी !

Local: आप कहाँ से हैं?

Tourist: मैं जापान से हूँ। अच्छा फिर मिलेंगे

*ही – only /  for emphasis on something  

The translation of the dialogues into English:

Tourist: Excuse me, do you know where Delhi Haat is from Safdarjung?

Local: I am not exactly sure, but I think it is nearby. Do you have Google Maps?

Tourist: Yes, I have it, but I am not understanding which way to go.

Local: Show me! First, go straight, then you will come across a petrol pump, and it’s right after that. It’s very easy.

Tourist: How far is it?

Local: It will be at least a half-hour walk. You can take the metro; the next stop is the one.

Tourist: Alright. I will take the metro.

Local: Okay.

Tourist: Thank you!

Local: Where are you from?

Tourist: I am from Japan. See you again.

Now it’s your turn

Use AI and then read and edits according to your needs. 

In this role-play, one student acts as a tourist who is lost in Jaipur, while the other student takes on the role of a local providing directions. They will converse about street names, notable landmarks, and the best routes to reach a specific destination. After completing the role-play, students should switch roles and perform the scenario again.

Some suggestions:

• Choose your gender, country of origin, and desired destination.
• Select from the following places for your role-play scenario:
  • From Hawa Mahal to Amer Fort (distance: 7.9 km)
  • From Hawa Mahal Road to Hawa Mahal (distance: 600 meters)
  • From Birla Mandir to Hawa Mahal (distance: 4.3 km)
• At the end of the interaction, remember to thank the local. Feel free to ask casual questions to make the conversation more realistic and engaging.

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 7-8 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)

• I will give a conversation starter. 
• 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.