LISTENING + READING
UNIT 3: GETTING FROM
A TO B
Starting off
Work in Breakout rooms. Look at the photos. Which of these forms of
transport do you think is the:
● cleanest? ● most exciting? ● most dangerous?
● healthiest? ● fastest? ● quietest?
● noisiest?
What types of transport● domost
youcomfortable?
use regularly?
Starting off
Work in Breakout rooms. Look at the photos. Which of these forms of
transport do you think is the:
● most dangerous?
● cleanest? ● most exciting?
● quietest?
● healthiest? ● fastest?
● noisiest?
What types of transport● domost
youcomfortable?
use regularly?
Reading 1
Labelling a diagram
I. You’re going to read a passage about cars:
1. Read the title and subtitle of the passage on page 26 and look at the diagram?
What do you think the passage will be about?
2. Read the passage quickly and find the advantages of electric cars
which are mentioned
Car connect to Battery allows Battery can be
(electricity) grid)travel of up to
1____________ recharged at
___ through 160 km in
2_________ work or shop.
3_______
home change cities.
point THE ELECTRIC
REVOLUTION
Your next car may be electric.
We look at the technologies that
will bring the revolution.
6_____
robot at switch
Navigation system Car communicate with
5_____________
centre will control centre lowest
inside car locates price
change batteries 4_______
Reading 1
II. Quickly find and underline these words in the passage on page 25:
existing urban vehicle renewable energy
efficiency zero emissions link ensure
Match them with their definitions from the Cambridge Learner’s Dictionary
The electric revolution
Your next car may be electric. We look at the technologies that will bring the revolution.
The main reasons why electric cars are not more popular at present are their price and
their relatively small range. Existing battery systems only allow electric cars to travel a
distance of between 100 and 160 km. However, this distance may not be a problem for
urban drivers. A recent Sydney study reported that 20 percent of journeys were 30 km
or less, and recent data from the US suggests that ?? percent of trips taken there are 48
km or less. An innovative company called Better Place is aiming to make
electric cars an option for all drivers. It wants to see existing vehicles replaced by
electric vehicles which, it says, offer a number of benefits. Firstly, they can be powered
by renewable energy which produces zero emissions. What is more, electric motors are
more efficient and can convert more than 90 percent of power into movement, whereas
the efficiency of diesel or petrol engines is less than 20 percent.
To achieve its aim, Better Place plans to use technology which is already available.
Reading 1
The plan is simple but revolutionary. It starts with the installation of a home
charge point, and through this, the vehicle will be plugged into the
electricity grid whenever it is in the garage, typically at night. In the
morning, with a fully charged battery, the car is capable of as much as 160
km in urban motoring conditions. In addition to the home charge point, the
battery can be topped up by charge points at work and at supermarkets.
The battery is linked to a control centre by smart technology inside the
vehicle. Better Place can then ensure that the car is charged with electricity
from renewable sources at the cheapest price. For longer trips, a navigation
system directs the driver to the nearest switch station, where the depleted
battery can be replaced with a charged one by a robot within a couple of
minutes.
Reading 1
III. Look at the diagram. What information do you need for each gap?
Car connect to Battery can be
1_______________ Battery allows recharged at
through home travel of up to 3_______ or shop.
1/ noun (sth that car is
change point 2_________ in connected to)
cities.
2/ number (a distance)
3/ noun (a destination)
4/ noun (sth that car can
receive power at its low)
5/ noun (sth inside a car
that can locate switch
stations)
6/ noun (sth that can be
used to charge batteries)
6_________ at 5_____________ Car communicate
switch centre wll inside car locates with control centre
change batteries switch stations. lowest 4_______
Reading 1
Labelling a diagram
II. Quickly find and underline these words in the passage on page 25:
existing urban vehicle renewable energy
efficiency zero emissions link ensure
Match them with their definitions from the Cambridge Learner’s Dictionary
Reading 1
Labelling a diagram
III. Complete the labels on the diagram on the right. Choose NO MORE
THAN TWO WORDS AND/ OR A NUMBER from the passage for each
answer Car connect to Battery allows Battery can be
(electricity) grid)travel of up to
1____________ recharged at
___ through 2_________ work or shop.
160 km in 3_______
home change cities.
point
6_____
robot at switch
Navigation system Car communicate with
5_____________
centre will control centre lowest
inside car locates price
change batteries 4_______
switch stations.
Reading 2
Matching headings
A - A global problem
There are no easy answers to the problems of traffic congestion. Traffic congestion
affects people throughout the world. Traffic jams cause smog in dozens of cities
across both the developed and developing world.
In the U.S., commuters spend an average of a full work week each year sitting in
traffic, according to the Texas Transportation Institute. While alternative ways of
getting around are available, most people still choose their cars because they are
looking for convenience, comfort and privacy.
B - Paying to get in
The most promising technique for reducing city traffic is called congestion pricing,
whereby cities charge a toll to enter certain parts of town at certain times of day. In
theory, if the toll is high enough, some drivers will cancel their trips or go by bus or
train. And in practice it seems to work: Singapore, London and Stockholm
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have
reduced traffic and pollution in city centers thanks to congestion
pricing.
C - Changing working practices
Another way to reduce rush hour traffic is for employers to implement flextime, which lets
employees travel to and from work at off-peak traffic times to avoid the rush hour.
Those who have to travel during busy times can do their part by sharing cars. Employers can
also allow more staff to telecommute (work from home) so as to keep more cars off the road
altogether.
D - A solution which is no solution
Some urban planners still believe that the best way to ease traffic congestion is to build
more roads, especially roads that can take drivers around or over crowded city streets. But
such techniques do not really keep cars off the road; they only accommodate more of them.
E - Not doing enough
Other, more forward-thinking, planners know that more and more drivers and cars are taking
to the roads every day, and they are unwilling to encourage more private automobiles when
public transport is so much better both for people and the environment.
For this reason, the American government has decided to spend some $7 billion on helping
to increase capacity on public transport systems and upgrade them with more efficient
e
technologies. But environmentalists complain that such funding is tiny
compared with the $50 billion being spent on roads and bridges.
Reading 2
Matching headings
I. Warm-up questions:
1. How bad are traffic jams in your city?
2. What problems do traffic jams cause?
3. What solutions to the problem can you think of?
II. Read the passage on page 30 quickly. How many solutions to traffic
congestion are mentioned?
B - Paying to get in
The most promising technique for reducing city traffic is called congestion
pricing, whereby cities charge a toll to enter certain parts of town at certain
times of day. In theory, if the toll is high enough, some drivers will cancel their
trips or go by bus or train. And in practice it seems to work: Singapore,
London and Stockholm have reduced traffic and pollution in city centers
thanks to congestion pricing.
Reading 2
Matching headings
II. Read the passage on page 30 quickly. How many solutions to traffic
congestion are mentioned?
C - Changing working practices
Another way to reduce rush hour traffic is for employers to implement flextime, which
lets employees travel to and from work at off-peak traffic times to avoid the rush hour.
Those who have to travel during busy times can do their part by sharing cars.
Employers can also allow more staff to telecommute (work from home) so as to keep
more cars off the road altogether.
D - A solution which is no solution
Some urban planners still believe that the best way to ease traffic congestion is to
build more roads, especially roads that can take drivers around or over crowded city
streets. But such techniques do not really keep cars off the road; they only
accommodate more of them.
Reading 2
Matching headings
II. Read the passage on page 30 quickly. How many solutions to traffic
congestion are mentioned?
E - Not doing enough
Other, more forward-thinking, planners know that more and more drivers and cars are
taking to the roads every day, and they are unwilling to encourage more private
automobiles when public transport is so much better both for people and the
environment.
For this reason, the American government has decided to spend some $7 billion on
helping to increase capacity on public transport systems and upgrade them with more
efficient technologies. But environmentalists complain that such funding is tiny
compared with the $50 billion being spent on roads and bridges.
four: congestion pricing, flexitime, more roads, improve
public transport
Reading 2
Matching headings
III. Quickly find these words in the passage.
congestion smog developed developing
commuter toll rush hour off-peak
Match them with their definitions from the Cambridge Learner’s Dictionary
A - A global problem
There are no easy answers to the problems of traffic congestion. Traffic
congestion affects people throughout the world. Traffic jams cause smog in
dozens of cities across both the developed and developing world.
In the U.S., commuters spend an average of a full work week each year sitting
in traffic, according to the Texas Transportation Institute. While alternative
ways of getting around are available, most people still choose their cars
because they are looking for convenience, comfort and privacy.e
Reading 2
Matching headings
III. Quickly find these words in the passage.
congestion smog developed developing
commuter toll rush hour off-peak
B - Paying to get in
The most promising technique for reducing city traffic is called congestion
pricing, whereby cities charge a toll to enter certain parts of town at certain
times of day. In theory, if the toll is high enough, some drivers will cancel their
trips or go by bus or train. And in practice it seems to work: Singapore,
London and Stockholm have reduced traffic and pollution in city centers
thanks to congestion pricing.
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Reading 2
Matching headings
III. Quickly find these words in the passage.
congestion smog developed developing
commuter toll rush hour off-peak
C - Changing working practices
Another way to reduce rush hour traffic is for employers to implement
flextime, which lets employees travel to and from work at off-peak traffic
times to avoid the rush hour.
Those who have to travel during busy times can do their part by sharing cars.
Employers can also allow more staff to telecommute (work from home) so as
to keep more cars off the road altogether.
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Reading 2
Matching headings
III. Quickly find these words in the passage.
congestion smog developed developing
commuter toll rush hour off-peak
D - A solution which is no solution
Some urban planners still believe that the best way to ease traffic congestion is
to build more roads, especially roads that can take drivers around or over
crowded city streets. But such techniques do not really keep cars off the road;
they only accommodate more of them.
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Reading 2
Matching headings
III. Quickly find these words in the passage.
congestion smog developed developing
commuter toll rush hour off-peak
E - Not doing enough
Other, more forward-thinking, planners know that more and more drivers and
cars are taking to the roads every day, and they are unwilling to encourage
more private automobiles when public transport is so much better both for
people and the environment.
For this reason, the American government has decided to spend some $7
billion on helping to increase capacity on public transport systems and
upgrade them with more efficient technologies. But environmentalists
complain that such funding is tiny compared with the $50 billion being spent
e
on roads and bridges.
Reading 2
Matching headings
Match them with their definitions from the Cambridge Learner’s Dictionary
1. congestion a. air pollution in a city that is a mixture of smoke, gases
and chemicals
2. smog b. situation when something is full or blocked, especially
with traffic
3. developes c. describes a country or area of the world which is poorer
and has less-advanced industries
4. developing d. describes a country with an advanced level of
technology, industry, etc
5. commuter e. money that you pay to use a bridge, road, etc
6. toll f. not at the most popular and expensive time
7. rush hour g. someone who travels regularly between work and home
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8. off speak h. the time when a lot of from work
and so roads and trains are very busy
Reading 2
Matching headings
IV. Read this list of headings and think what each one means. Underline
the key words.
List of Headings
i. A solution which is no solution
ii. Changing working practices
iii. Closing city centres to traffic
iv. Making cars more environmentally
friendly
v. Not doing enough
vi. Paying to get in
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vii. A global problem
Reading 2
Matching headings
V. The reading passage has five paragraphs
1. The correct heading for paragraph A is vii. A global problem. Can you say why?
A - A global problem
There are no easy answers to the problems of traffic congestion. Traffic
congestion affects people throughout the world. Traffic jams cause smog in
dozens of cities across both the developed and developing world.
In the U.S., commuters spend an average of a full work week each year
sitting in traffic, according to the Texas Transportation Institute. While
alternative ways of getting around are available, most people still choose
their cars because they are looking for convenience, comfort e
and privacy.
Reading 2
Matching headings
V. The reading passage has five paragraphs
2. The correct heading for paragraph B is either iii. Closing city centres to
traffic or vi. Paying to get in. Which heading is correct? Why?
B - Paying to get in
The most promising technique for reducing city traffic is called congestion
pricing, whereby cities charge a toll to enter certain parts of town at certain
times of day. In theory, if the toll is high enough, some drivers will cancel
their trips or go by bus or train. And in practice it seems to work: Singapore,
London and Stockholm have reduced traffic and pollution in city centers
thanks to congestion pricing.
e
Reading 2
Matching headings
3. Now read paragraphs C-E one by one and choose the correct heading for each
C - Changing working practices
Another way to reduce rush hour traffic is for employers to implement flextime,
which lets employees travel to and from work at off-peak traffic times to avoid the
rush hour.
Those who have to travel during busy times can do their part by sharing cars.
Employers can also allow more staff to telecommute (work from home) so as to keep
more cars off the road altogether.
→ ii. Changing working practices
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Reading 2
Matching headings
3. Now read paragraphs C-E one by one and choose the correct heading for each
D - A solution which is no solution
Some urban planners still believe that the best way to ease traffic congestion is to
build more roads, especially roads that can take drivers around or over crowded
city streets. But such techniques do not really keep cars off the road; they only
accommodate more of them.
→ i. A solution which is no solution
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Reading 2
Matching headings
3. Now read paragraphs C-E one by one and choose the correct heading for each
E - Not doing enough
Other, more forward-thinking, planners know that more and more drivers and cars are
taking to the roads every day, and they are unwilling to encourage more private
automobiles when public transport is so much better both for people and the
environment.
For this reason, the American government has decided to spend some $7 billion on
helping to increase capacity on public transport systems and upgrade them with more
efficient technologies. But environmentalists complain that such funding is tiny
compared with the $50 billion being spent on roads and bridges.
→ i. Not doing enough
Exam advice:
● Underline the keywords in the headings before you read e
the passage
● Read the paragraphs one by one to choose the correct headings
Listening
Labeling a diagram, Multiple choice
I. You’re going to hear an information announcement for passengers on a
ship. Before you listen, look at the diagram above and answer these questions
1. Where are you on the plan? at the reception 6. Which questions may
2. Which places are on A Deck? restaurant & lounge need the name of something
game area &
3. Which places are next to you can eat/ drink? 1
cinema
reception?
7. Which question may need
4. What places are below reception?
the name of something you
5. Which questions may need the cabin
can take to your cabin?
name of a place on the ship? 2, 4, 5 3
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Listening
Labeling a diagram, Multiple choice
II. Each of these extracts from the announcement is related to one of the
gaps on the diagram. Write the number of the gap by each extract
a. …. people who want a bit of fresh air 5
b. On this deck, that is B Deck, you’ll also find an area where you can either
play games ….4
c. To access your cabin,... 3
d. … just next door …. is a 40-seat cinema … 2
e. …. go up the stairs to A Deck, where you’ll find the restaurant.1
Listening
Labeling a diagram, Multiple choice
Exam advice
● Look at the diagram and decide what type(s) of word you need
● Look at the words on the diagram and listen for similar words and phrases
to tell you the answer is coming
Listening
Labeling a diagram, Multiple choice
III. Now listen and label the diagram. Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer (17)
Restaurant for a
reception: you Lounge with
1_______
snack or meal
are here reclining seats
open-air Cinema-tickets
viewing deck
5________ available at
2_________
entrance
Cabins obtain 3________
key(s)
shopping and from steward
4_________
games area
Listening
Labeling a diagram, Multiple choice
IV. Read question 6-10 and underline the key ideas in each question.
6. At approximately what time will the ship arrive?
A. at 7 am B. at 8 am
C. at 9 am
7. Which of these can children have in the restaurant?
A. a children’s menu B. earlier mealtimes C. a children’s
party
8. What are available at a reduced price?
A. souvenirs of the ship B. first-class cabins C.
train tickets
9. Which of these is situated in the lounge?
A. a computer B. a coffee machine
C. a television
Listening
Labeling a diagram, Multiple choice
V. Each of these phrases from the recording will help you to focus on the correct
question when you listen. Write the number of the question (6-10) by each phrase
6. At approximately what time will the a. a unique feature on this crossing
ship arrive? only
7. Which of these can children have in the
restaurant? b. for those using the lounge
8. What are available at a reduced price?
c. for 20 percent off
9. Which of these is situated in the
lounge? d. passengers with children
10. What special event will happen during
the voyage? e. reaching our destination
Listening
Labeling a diagram, Multiple choice
VI. Now listen and answer Questions 6-10. Choose the correct letter (18)
6. At approximately what time will the ship arrive?
A. at 7 am B. at 8 am
C. at 9 am
7. Which of these can children have in the restaurant?
A. a children’s menu B. earlier mealtimes C. a children’s
party
8. What are available at a reduced price?
A. souvenirs of the ship B. first-class cabins C.
train tickets
9. Which of these is situated in the lounge?
A. a computer B. a coffee machine
C. a television
Listening
Labeling a diagram, Multiple choice
Exam advice
● Underline the keywords in each question to help you focus on the meaning
● Listen for phrase which means the same as one of the options
Homework
1. Vocabulary: commute, capacity
Write new words in your own file
2. Workbook: Unit 3: Getting from A to B (p18-20)
● Reading 1
● Reading 2
● Listening
● Transcribing
ANY QUESTIONS?
