Task 4. Read the text and fill in the table with the italicized words

Task 3. Connect the destination with the means of transport you would prefer to take in certain cases.

If I wanted to go to

the city centre, visit my grandma in the village, the seaside, the USA, Kyiv, the party,

I would travel by

taxi. metro/underground/speed tram. bus. mini-bus. bike. train. car. plane. boat.

Travelling by plane.

One of the latest means of travelling is travelling by plane. It combines both comfort and speed and you will reach the place of destination very quickly.

The airport is your first stop before leaving on our dream vacation or trip. Before boarding the plane you must check in at the airport. Generally speaking, you should arrive at the airport with plenty of time to spare. Don’t arrive 10 minutes before your plane departs. You can park your car in long-term parking if you are planning to be away for a few days, or you can ask someone to drop you off n the loading zone right in front of the airport terminal. You can check your bags at the check-in counter inside the airport. You are required to have your baggage weighed. Each passenger is allowed 20 kilograms of baggage free of charge. But if your baggage is heavier you must pay an extra charge.

Once you are checked in, you will have to pass through security where they will check your ID and your carry-on bags. You will also need to walk through a metal detector, which will check for illegal items. After you pass through security, you can walk to the gate where you can wait to board your flight. Just wait until they call your section to board. They usually seat first-class passengers and those who need assistance first. Enjoy your flight.

Before the plane takes off the stewardess gives you all the information about the flight, the speed and altitude. She asks you to fasten the belts and not to smoke. She will take care of you during the flight and will help you to get comfortable in your seat. Inside the cabins the air is always fresh and warm. During the flight you can take a nap or have a chat, you can read and relax. In some planes you can watch video or listen to the music.

When the plane is landing or taking off you have an opportunity to enjoy the wonderful scenery and landscapes. While travelling by plane you fly past various villages and cities at the sight of which realize how majestic and tremendous our planet is. No doubt, travelling by air is the most convenient and comfortable means of travelling.

But if you are airsick the flight may seem not so nice to you. Unfortunately sometimes the flights are delayed because of unfavourable weather conditions, and one more inconvenience is jet-lag.

Vocabulary:

boarding — посадка
to check in — пройти регістрацію
to require — вимагати
to weigh — важити
free of charge — безкоштовно
to take (past took, p.p. taken) off — взлетіти
altitude — висота
to fasten belts — пристебнути ремені
to take (past took, p.p. taken) a nap —задрімати
chat — розмова
landscape — пейзаж
to land — приземлитися
to delay — затримувати
unfavourable — неблагоприємний
inconvenience — незручність
lag — запізнення

Aisle, aisle seat, baggage claim area, boarding area, boarding pass, carry-on luggage, cockpit, emergency exit, flight attendant, gate, lavatory, life jacket, metal detector, overhead compartment, oxygen mask, pilot, seat belt, security checkpoint, security officer, terminal, ticket counter, tray table, window seat, X-ray machine.

You Have Them with You	In the Airport	On the Board of the Plane

Task 5. Tourism and Travel. Where and how would you prefer to travel? Speak about the tourism using the table.

Travelling by Bus (Train)	Find the proper bus in the timetable, book the ticket in the booking office, have some time and stay in the waiting room, find the seat (compartment) by the seat number, show the ticket to the ticket inspector (conductor), to get on the bus (train), to get off the bus (train), to follow the route by the map, to put the luggage in the luggage hold.
Travelling by Ship	To plan the voyage and book the tickets in advance, to enjoy the cruise, to board the ship, to set sail, to get to the port, to get sea-sick.
Travelling to the Countryside (‘Green Tourism’)	Go for long walks, off the beaten track, enjoy the nature, breathe the fresh air, admire the scenery, escape from the hectic city routine.
Ski Resort	Good for winter sports, exciting, can celebrate New Year or Christmas there, need to be fit and sportive.
Famous Landmarks	Examples of good architecture, historical sites, ‘must-see’ places, tiring, guided tours may be crowded.
Big City	Glamorous night life, huge range of entertainment facilities, things to suit all tastes, shopping and entertainment places.
Beach	Exotic, chance to get a suntan and rest, clear ocean (sea) water, peace and tranquillity, to soak in the sun.

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