2. Make a list of international words and expressions used in the text. Pay attention to their correct pronunciation and meanings.
3. Give Russian equivalents to the word combinations. Use the text for reference:
single (return) ticket; to get on (off) the train; to book a ticket; on the day of departure; to see smb. off; to prefer a lower berth to an upper one; to miss (catch) a train; to fly by plane; to make reservations for flights; to check in for the flight; a non-stop-flight; before the take-off time; at the check-in desk; to leave in time; to wait at the departure lounge; to hear the announcement; to go to gate 1; to pay an extra charge.
4. Give English equivalents to the word combinations. Use the text for reference:
заказать билеты заранее; упаковать чемоданы; быть довольным обслуживанием в поезде; приемлемые цены; прибывать (отправляться) вовремя; положить багаж на полку; пройти в свое купе; узнать расписание полетов; улететь самым ранним рейсом; заказать билет (на самолет); до времени отправления; ждать объявления о полете в зале ожидания; предъявить стюардессе посадочный талон; собрать ручной багаж; прибыть без задержки; приземлиться в аэропорту.
5. Answer the following questions to discuss the details of the text. Use the text for reference.
1. What kinds of transport do people use for going on business?
2. What are advantages and disadvantages of going by train (by plane, by car, etc.)?
3. Do travellers often make reservations for flights (book tickets) in advance? Why?
4. Who is responsible for making (whose duty is to make) travel reservations?
5. Can travellers book tickets by phone?
6. Do trains (planes) always arrive in (on) time?
7. What may be the reasons for a train (a plane) to arrive with a delay?
8. Is it expensive to travel by train (plane)?
9. Can you take much luggage with you?
10. In what case do you pay extra charge for your luggage?
11. Do your friends and relatives (meet) see you off at the terminal station?
12. Do you always enjoy your trip by train (by air)?
6. Read the text attentively. Divide it into logical parts and make a plan for retelling.
7. Imagine that you are the author of the text. Retell the text. Speak about a business trip: a) by train; b) by air
8 Listen to the conversation. 1.28 Jeff Kramer is flying to Denver. He's at the airport check-in desk now.
Check-in:
Your ticket, please, sir.
Jeff: There you go.
Check-in: Flight UA755 to Denver, then you're going on to Aspen, on flight RM002?
Jeff: That's right.
Check-in: Do you have any baggage to check, Mr. Kramer?
Jeff: Yes, I do. Just two pieces.
Check-in: And did you pack them yourself, Mr. Kramer?
Jeff: Yes, I did.
Check-in: And have they been with you at all times?
Jeff: Yes, they have.
Check-in: Has anyone given you anything to take on the flight?
Jeff: No, they haven't.
Check-in: Are any of the articles on this list in your carry-on baggage?
Jeff: Um ... No.
Check-in: Would you like me to tag these bags through to Aspen? Then you won't have to pick them up in Denver.
Jeff: That would be great. Thanks.
Check-in: Do you have a seating preference, Mr. Kramer?
Jeff: An aisle seat. Extra legroom, if possible.
Check-in: Yes, I have a seat, next to the emergency exit. So that's Flight UA755 to Denver, departing at 5:3 boarding at Gate Number 2. Report to the gatetu minutes before departure. Here's your boarding pass. Please report to the Transfer Desk in Denver for a seat assignment on your connecting flight.
Jeff: Thank you.
Check-in: You're welcome. Have a good flight.