You probably think there’s nothing to do for ____ in New York, right? Well, New York may be one of the most ____ cities in the world, but if you look carefully, there are still lots of ____ things to do that will ____ you next to nothing, or may even be free. We sent two ____, Rafael and Carmen, out onto the streets of New York with just $20 to ____. Their challenge was to organise a great day out, but not go over their ____. Let’s listen to their plans. Rafael? R: Yes. P: Rafael, hi, can you tell us what you’re planning to do with your $20? R: Hi, yes, well, actually I’m going to start the day with a ____ bagel from a great bagel ____ I’ve discovered on 3rd Avenue. They are really ____ and tasty. Then I’m going to spend the morning in Central Park. The park is filled with free ____ and street musicians, so I’m just going to listen to music and watch people. In the afternoon, I’m going to the Museum of American Finance. You have to ____ to go in, but I’m really interested to find out about the history of American banking. After that, I’m taking the Staten Island Ferry. It’s ____, and it’s a great way to see views of New York from the water. In the evening, I’m going to see some ____ music on 2nd Avenue. I’ll need to buy one ____, but the music is free.life P: That ____ great, Rafael. ____ the day. R: Thank you. I’m ____ I will. P: OK, so Rafael has chosen bagels, Central Park, the Finance Museum and ____ music in the evening. Let’s hear about what Carmen is planning for her day. Carmen? C: Hi. P: Carmen, can you ____ us what you’ve planned for your day in New York City? C: Yes, of ____. I’m really ____, because I’m going to the High Line to see some ____, and just walk around and see what’s happening. P: The High Line? What’s that? It’s an ____ railway track. Now, it’s used as a ____, and there are lots of different activities and ____ there. It’s a really peaceful and ____ place, right in the middle of the city. Lots of people go jogging there. I’m not going ____, though. I’m going to see a ____ art exhibition. After that, I’m going to Times Square. It’s such a famous place, and there are a lot of ____ there, but I really like the atmosphere, and there’s an Italian restaurant that does the best ____ just nearby. So, I’m going to have something to eat, and then in the evening I’m meeting with a friend and we’re going to a free hip-hop class. I’m going to learn to dance like a real New Yorker. P: Wow, that sounds ____. So, first you’re going to eat ____, and then you’re going dancing. Right? C: Exactly! P: That ____ like a great plan. So, two great plans there. Which would you choose?

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