旅游英语对话-Being Cautious in a Big City(2)

A: This city is much larger than the one I live in, and I wonder if there is anything special that I need to keep in mind.
B: Crime¹ can happen anywhere, but it is a little worse here because of the poverty².
A: Should I be vigilant³ about anything in particular?
B: The train stations, airports, and tourist sites are favorite spots for pickpockets⁴.
A: When I see children on the street begging, what amount should I give them?
B: I wouldn’t suggest giving money to them. Most of them are put out there by adults who then take their money.
A: Can I eat or drink anything I want to?
B: Do not use tap water at all, not even to brush your teeth. Only eat fruit that has been peeled.
A: Can I walk around and see the sights at night?
B: I would be sure to travel in a group at night. Stay in well-lit areas.
 

1 crime   

n.犯罪，罪行，罪恶

参考例句：

• You'll have to pay for your crime.你得为你的罪行付出代价。
• Crime in our big cities is on the increase.在我们大城市里犯罪率正在增长。

2 poverty   

n.贫穷， 贫困， 贫乏， 缺少

参考例句：

• We must continue to war against poverty and disease.我们一定要继续同贫穷和疾病作斗争。
• He showed his poverty in his knowledge of agriculture.他表现出缺乏对农业知识的了解。

3 vigilant   

adj.警觉的，警戒的，警惕的

参考例句：

• He has to learn how to remain vigilant through these long nights.他得学会如何在这漫长的黑夜里保持警觉。
• The dog kept a vigilant guard over the house.这只狗警醒地守护着这所房屋。

4 pickpockets   

n.扒手( pickpocket的名词复数 )

参考例句：

• Crowded markets are a happy hunting ground for pickpockets. 拥挤的市场是扒手大展身手的好地方。
• He warned me against pickpockets. 他让我提防小偷。 来自《简明英汉词典》