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Unit 6

Exercise 4.

Read and listen to the following dialogue. Express your opinion about the issues mentioned. Start with: In my opinion..., I think..., To my mind... .

Exercise 5.

Read and listen to the dialogue and then act it out with another student.

ASKING THE WAY

A:Can you tell me the way to the nearest bank?

B:It’s in the next street on your right.

A:Thank you. Where else can I change currency?

B:Well, you could go to a Bureau de Change.

A:Is there one nearby?

B:Yes, there’s one just a few blocks from here, about ten minutes’ walk.

A:Thank you.

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CHANGING MONEY

I’d like to change some money, please. Certainly. What currency have you got?

I’ve got US dollars. What’s the rate of exchange? 1.8 dollars to the pound.

What’s your commission charge?

One pound per transaction. How much would you like to change? 50 dollars.

Shall I give you some small change? Yes, thank you.

commission charge - комісійний збір

Exercise 6.

Read the dialogue and act it out.

MAKING A TELEPHONE CALL

Peter Koval: Hello! Is that seven-eight-four-oh-four-double seven (784-04-77)? Karen: Sorry, wrong number.

P:Oh, I’m awfully sorry.

P:No, it’s all right. I’d better call him later. We’re meeting at the Univer­

sity tomorrow.

B:All right, John will be glad to see you. Good-bye,

P:Good-bye.

Peter Koval: Hello! This is Peter Koval again.

John: Hello, Peter! I’m really glad you’ve come over. It would be great to see you.

P:Thanks. John, I’m staying at a hotel and I’ve booked my ticket to Leeds. I’m leaving tomorrow by the 9.30 train and I get in at 12.10. Is that time all right for you?

J:That’s f ine. I’ll meet you at the railway station and give you a lift to the University. We’ve got a lot of things to talk about.

P:O.K. See you tomorrow. Bye.

J:Bye.

to give s.o. a lift - підвезти когось

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Exercise 7.

Read and listen to the following dialogues, then act them out.

(Peterfinds a compartment and puts his luggage on the rack. Soon the train leaves.)

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on behalf of - від імені

Peter. Excuse me. How are you feeling?

Lady passenger. Terribly sick. Would you mind calling the stewardess and asking for an airsickness pill? How can I call her?

Peter. Press the button above your seat.

Stewardess'. What’s the trouble, madam ?

Lady passenger. I don’t know. It seemed to hit me all of a sudden. I feel sick and

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Exercise 9.

Below there are a number of sentences dealing with travelling. Do you agree, disa­ gree or partially agree with the statements? Give your views.

Some useful ways to express agreement:

1.The fastest form of travel is by air.

2.There may be problems with currency exchange in Britain.

3.Britain imposes severe penalties for drug smuggling.

4.The commission charge for changing currency is high.

5.Peter and John are good friends

6.You have to buy railway tickets in advance.

7.It takes Peter four hours to get from London to Leeds.

8.Travel cards can be used only after 9.30 a.m.

9.You can get to the Tower of London by Underground.

10.There are no direct flights from London to Lviv.

11.A return ticket to Lviv costs £114.50.

12.Passengers have to go through a security check before boarding a plane.

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Exercise 10.

Write a brief description of a journey, using one of the sets of expressions below. Act out the journey:

the train is about to move; the doors are about to close; mind the doors; to almost miss the train; we’ve just made it; can’t stand cigarette smoke; two seats; how long does it take to get to ...?

to feel thirsty; to be dying for a cup of tea or coffee; a bottle of lemonade; go along to the buffet car; buy some sandwiches; you’re hopeless; bring something to eat during the journey.

not to be keen on flying; travelling by air is fast and more comfortable; to save time; to enjoy the flight; to relax in a reclining seat; to fly above the clouds; to hit an airpocket; too expensive; rather dangerous.

Exercise 11.

Discuss the following, giving your arguments for or against:

1.If you have a car, travelling is easier. You put your luggage into the boot, and the rest on the roof rack of your car. Maps are useful and you should have a full service done on your car before leaving.

2.Touring the country without any detailed planning in advance has all the attractions of surprise and fun.

3.If you are fond of camping you have more freedom of choice. The official camping sites are well run, but if you have a car, you will be able to put up your tent some­ where in the forest or near a river.

Exercise 12.

Group work. Students form groups o f 4-6, to plan their ideal holiday. They have to explain all their preparations. Then the students are asked to imagine what could go wrong and describe the holiday as though it were a past event punctuated with adventures both positive and negative.

Exercise 13.

Prepare a short presentation about travelling by train, by plane, going through the customs, buying a ticket or about a holiday you remember, including the above points.

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Exercise 1.

Read the text that follows, divide it into logical parts and suggest a subtitle for each of them.

Text. THE BEST WAY TO TRAVEL

There is no simple answer to the question, “Which is the best way to travel?” It de­ pends on several factors: the distance, the time available, what you can afford and so on.

Air travel has obvious advantages in the case of long distance journeys. No other means of transport is as fast. If you are planning to go to China there is really no rea­ sonable alternative. It can be expensive, of course, though if you have time to shop around you will find some very good bargains. Some disad­

vantages of air travel are the difficulty of getting to the air­ port, long waits to check in, and an even longer wait if your flight is delayed because of bad weather, the embarrassment of going through customs, of watching an officer turning over your personal belongings, the narrow and uncomfort­ able seats on board most aeroplanes, and the sudden fear that can overtake you the moment you board the plane, rising to panic when it takes off.

Sea voyages were much the most common form of long distance travel in pre­ aviation days but the importance of speed in all areas of modern life has reduced their popularity. However, for some people, the slow pace of large ships makes them par­ ticularly attractive and popular for certain kinds of holidays, such as cruises. They are also convenient for short sea crossings where you want to take your car with you. Car ferries still operate between Britain and the continent in spite of the Channel Tunnel. Many British people take holidays in Spain and choose to take their car on the ferry for some part of the journey in order to save them a lot of driving. Ferries can offer a cheaper and more convenient way of travelling to an island than flying, with the added attractions of shops, restaurants and banks on board in addition to cabins for overnight journeys.

Trains are ideal for shorter overland journeys. Unlike airports, stations are generally located in city centres, making it easier for people to get to them. This is especially useful for sightseers and also makes rail transport the most convenient way for many people to get to work. In many countries trains are a very economic way of travell ing, but in Britain they are expensive and subject to frequent delays because of the age of the network and signalling system and lack of government investment. On long-

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distance trains there is generally a dining-car where you can order meals, and a buffet or refreshment trolley for drinks and snacks. You may often be able to travel directly to your destination but if there are no direct trains you will have to change, which may make your journey rather complicated. You will need to study the timetable carefully so that you do not miss the de­ parture time, When you go on a day trip and are booking your ticket at the booking office, it can be cheaper to buy a return ticket than a single one. If you are travelling overnight

you can book a couchette or a berth in a sleeper.

For local travel there are buses (or, in some places, trams, which are returning to our streets after decades). Buses with two floors are called “double-deckers” in Britain. If you have no car this is your only way of travelling around town within your local area, which may be poorly served by rail transport. They are usually cheap and fre­ quent and you can buy a season ticket. Coaches are long-distance buses which are faster and more comfortable. Travelling by coach may be almost as fast as rail trans­ port, since they use the motorway, and a lot cheaper.

The most popular form of transport for daily use is the private car. We are now be­ ginning to pay the price for its over-use in rising numbers of asthma cases, appalling levels of pollution and near-impossible levels of congestion on all roads and in all cities. However, we still continue to use it for the shortest trip to the local supermarket as well as for long trans-European journeys. Because of poor public transport in many smaller towns we often find the car the most convenient way of travelling in spite of the difficulty and expense of parking when we arrive at our destination. For longer journeys the car is slow, uncomfortable and tiring but it permits you to carry more lug­

money and it enables you to sweep past traffic jams during the rush hour. Parking is not a problem and often there are special rails for you to lock your bike to at the en­ trance of workplaces, universities, schools and shops. With a basket on the front, you are also equipped for shopping, and a cycling cape keeps you dry in wet weather. You do not pollute the atmosphere, damage people’s health or the ozone layer, though you are vulnerable to incompetent or aggressive drivers, especially if you are not wearing a safety helmet. Cycling is an ideal way, too, of enjoying the countryside.

Exercise 2.

Name the disadvantages and advantages of each form of transport.

Exercise 3.

With the help o f information contained in the text, express disagreement with the following statements:

1.Flying is not the quickest form of travel.

2.Getting to the airport is not a problem.

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