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Chapter 23

Giving and Following

Directions to Get Somewhere

Nowadays many new cars come with a Global Positioning System
(GPS), which conveniently gives directions. You may also buy a GPS
separately and add it to your car. This system has become more popu-
lar, easier to use, and less expensive. The GPS can be programmed to
speak to the user in one of a number of languages. The convenience
of a GPS is that you can mount it on your car’s dashboard at eye level
and it speaks to you when your eyes are focused on the road. People
also use MapQuest and similar websites to get directions. These sites
will give you step-by-step directions and a map to get from one des-
tination to another.
Remember that there are also actual paper or plastic maps you can
buy in a gas station, bookstore, or store where newspapers are sold.
If you are driving, bicycling, or walking to some place and do get lost,
it is best to ask for directions at a gas station, store, shopping area, or
police station. When you don’t know the area, ask for landmarks.
When giving directions to someone, it can be extremely helpful
to give familiar landmarks. Some popular places include a post office,
school, police station, church, fast-food restaurant, or anything that
stands out on the route along the way. Landmarks can also be stop

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