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Going Through Security

Use these simple phrases when you go through airport security.

Key Phrases

Where do I put my big bags and jacket?

💡 Use this question to find the right place for your bags.

Should I take off my leather belt and shoes?

💡 Ask this before you walk through the security machine.

Do I need to remove my laptop from my bag?

💡 Ask this to check the rules for your computer.

Please put all your liquids in a clear plastic bag.

💡 The officer tells you to pack your bottles together.

You must place your computer and phone in a tray.

💡 You need to put your phone and computer in a box.

Please step inside the big body scanner now.

💡 The officer will tell you to enter the scan machine.

Do you have any keys or coins in your pockets?

💡 The security machine makes a sound, so they ask this.

I will open my black bag for you now.

💡 Use this sentence when they want to check your bag.

Please raise your arms high for the body scan.

💡 You must hold your hands up inside the scanner.

You can collect your bags and leave this area.

💡 The officer will say this when you are ready.

Practice Dialogue

Traveler
Excuse me, where do I put my big bags?
Officer
Please place them on the moving belt now.
Traveler
Do I need to remove my laptop from my bag?
Officer
Yes, and please put all liquids in a tray.
Traveler
Should I take off my leather belt and shoes?
Officer
Keep your shoes on, but remove your belt.
Traveler
Okay, I will place my belt in this tray.
Officer
Now, please step inside the big body scanner.
Traveler
Should I raise my arms for the scan?
Officer
Yes, please hold your arms up and stand still.
Traveler
Can I walk out of the scanner now?
Officer
Yes, you can collect your bags and leave.

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