Lesson No 20B-Post office
Post Office
A post office is a place where people can send and receive mail. It is also a place where you can buy stamps, envelopes, and other mailing supplies.
Here are some common services offered by post offices:
- Mail processing: Sorting and delivering mail.
- Stamp sales: Selling stamps for postage.
- Money orders: Selling money orders for sending money.
- Package shipping: Accepting and shipping packages.
- Postal boxes: Renting postal boxes for receiving mail.
- Passport services: Processing passport applications.
Sample Conversations at a Post Office
Scenario 1: Buying Stamps
You: Excuse me, I’d like to buy some stamps.
Post Office Clerk: How many stamps would you like?
You: I need 10 stamps for a letter.
Post Office Clerk: That will be [price]. Here you go.
Scenario 2: Mailing a Package
You: I need to mail this package.
Post Office Clerk: Where is it going to?
You: The United States.
Post Office Clerk: Do you have a customs form?
You: Yes, here it is.
Post Office Clerk: That will be [price]. Here is your receipt.
Scenario 3: Asking for Information
You: Excuse me, where can I find the international mail section?
Post Office Clerk: It’s over there, near the back.
You: Thank you.
Scenario 4: Inquiring about Services
You: Do you offer money transfer services?
Post Office Clerk: Yes, we do. We offer Western Union and MoneyGram.
You: Great. I’d like to send money to my family in India.
