Transport

A2–B1 Vocabulary

Active Vocabulary

a car

a bus

a train

a plane

a boat

a bicycle

a motorcycle

a taxi

to catch a bus/train

to get in/out of a car

to ride a bike

traffic jam

fast lane

public transport

road trip

one-way ticket

on foot

Parts of a vehicle

an engine

a fuel tank

wheels

brakes

a steering wheel

Windshield

A door

A seat

A mirror

Transportation-related words

an accident

a bus stop

Cargo

a driver

freeway

a petrol/gas station

a motorway/highway

a license

mileage

a parking meter

a passenger

a police officer

a road

traffic

traffic jam

a train station

violation

Text 1

Transport

Text 1

Transport

A2–B1

Transport is a way to move from one place to another. There are many types of transport you can use, such as cars, buses, trains, and airplanes. Each type has its advantages and disadvantages.

Cars are convenient but expensive to buy and maintain. Buses are cheaper than cars and can carry many passengers at once for short distances.

Trains are fast and comfortable but expensive. Airplanes are the fastest but also very costly and not environmentally friendly.

Walking and cycling are good for your health and the environment and free, but slow and impractical for long distances.

In conclusion, there are many transport options available with different pros and cons. Choose the right one that suits your needs, whether it's cars, buses, trains or bicycles.

Task 1

Fill in the blanks with the words from the original text.

Word bank: options, transport, buses, airplanes, trains, disadvantages, types, distances, impractical, place, cars, cycling, suits, maintain

_____(1) is a way to move from one _____(2) to another. There are many _____(3) of transport you can use, such as cars, buses, trains, and airplanes. Each type has its advantages and _____(4).

_____(5) are convenient but expensive to buy and _____(6). _____(7) are cheaper than cars and can carry many passengers at once for short _____(8).

_____(9) are fast and comfortable but expensive. _____(10) are the fastest but also very costly and not environmentally friendly.

Walking and _____(11) are good for your health and the environment and free, but slow and _____(12) for long distances.

In conclusion, there are many transport _____(13) available with different pros and cons. Choose the right one that _____(14) your needs, whether it's cars, buses, trains or bicycles.

Task 2

Choose the correct answer.

1

What is transport?

aA way to move from one place to another

bA type of car

cA type of train

dA type of airplane

2

What are the types of transport mentioned in the text?

aCars, buses, trains, and airplanes

bBoats, bicycles, cars, and planes

cTrains, buses, helicopters, and boats

dCars, trucks, bicycles, and motorcycles

3

What are the advantages of cars?

aConvenient but expensive to buy and maintain

bCheap and can carry many passengers at once

cFast and comfortable but expensive

dThe fastest but also very costly and not environmentally friendly

4

What are the advantages of buses?

aConvenient but expensive to buy and maintain

bCheap and can carry many passengers at once

cFast and comfortable but expensive

dThe fastest but also very costly and not environmentally friendly

5

What are the advantages of trains?

aConvenient but expensive to buy and maintain

bCheap and can carry many passengers at once

cFast and comfortable but expensive

dThe fastest but also very costly and not environmentally friendly

6

What are the advantages of airplanes?

aConvenient but expensive to buy and maintain

bCheap and can carry many passengers at once

cFast and comfortable but expensive

dThe fastest but also very costly and not environmentally friendly

7

What are the advantages of walking and cycling?

aGood for your health and the environment and free

bConvenient but expensive to buy and maintain

cCheap and can carry many passengers at once

dFast and comfortable but expensive

8

Which mode of transport is good for long distances?

aCars

bBuses

cTrains

dWalking and cycling

9

Which mode of transport is the fastest?

aCars

bBuses

cTrains

dAirplanes

10

What is the conclusion of the text?

aThere are many transport options available with different pros and cons

bCars are the best mode of transport

cWalking and cycling are not good for your health

dAirplanes are the most environmentally friendly mode of transport

More difficult text

Transport

Text 2

Transport

B1–B2

Transport is a way to move from one place to another. There are many different types of transport that you can use, such as cars, buses, trains, and airplanes. Each type of transport has its own advantages and disadvantages.

Cars are a popular form of transport because they are convenient and can take you anywhere you want to go. However, they can also be expensive to buy and maintain.

Buses are another popular form of transport, especially for short distances. They are usually cheaper than cars and can carry many passengers at once.

Trains are a good way to travel long distances. They are fast and comfortable, but they can also be expensive.

Airplanes are the fastest way to travel long distances, but they can also be very expensive. They are also not very good for the environment.

Walking and cycling are other forms of transport that are good for your health and the environment. They are also free and don't require any fuel. However, they can be slow and may not be practical for long distances.

In conclusion, there are many different types of transport that you can use to move from one place to another. Each type has its own advantages and disadvantages, so it's important to choose the right one for your needs. Whether you prefer cars, buses, trains, or bicycles, there is a transport option that will work for you.

Task 1

Fill in the blanks with the words from the original text.

Word bank: place, slow, move, popular, cheaper, types, passengers, transport (2), prefer, fuel, cycling, trains, expensive (2), environment, distances, option, comfortable, airplanes, cars

Transport is a way to move from one place to another. There are many different _____(1) of transport that you can use, such as cars, buses, trains, and airplanes. Each type of _____(2) has its own advantages and disadvantages.

_____(3) are a popular form of transport because they are convenient and can take you anywhere you want to go. However, they can also be _____(4) to buy and maintain.

Buses are another _____(5) form of transport, especially for short _____(6). They are usually _____(7) than cars and can carry many _____(8) at once.

_____(9) are a good way to travel long distances. They are fast and _____(10), but they can also be expensive. _____(11) are the fastest way to travel long distances, but they can also be very _____(12). They are also not very good for the environment.

Walking and _____(13) are other forms of transport that are good for your health and the _____(14). They are also free and don't require any _____(15). However, they can be _____(16) and may not be practical for long distances.

In conclusion, there are many different types of _____(17) that you can use to _____(18) from one _____(19) to another. Each type has its own advantages and disadvantages, so it's important to choose the right one for your needs. Whether you _____(20) cars, buses, trains, or bicycles, there is a transport _____(21) that will work for you.

Task 2

Answer the questions.

1

What is transport?

2

What are some of the different types of transport that you can use to move from one place to another?

3

Why are cars a popular form of transport, and what are some of their disadvantages?

4

How do buses compare to cars as a form of transport?

5

What are some advantages and disadvantages of trains as a way to travel long distances?

6

Why are airplanes the fastest way to travel long distances, and what are some of their drawbacks?

7

What are some benefits of walking and cycling as forms of transport?

8

Are there any downsides to using walking or cycling as your primary mode of transportation?

9

How important is it to choose the right type of transport for your needs?

10

What is the author's main message about transport in this text?

Text 3

I Like to Travel

Text 3

I Like to Travel

A2–B1

I like to travel by train. Trains are big and fast. When I get on a train, I find a seat and put my bag on the rack. Then I sit down and look out of the window. The countryside goes past very quickly. Sometimes I read a book or listen to music on my phone.

Buses are also good. They stop at lots of places and you can get off wherever you want. Buses are usually cheaper than trains. But they are slower and sometimes there are a lot of people on them.

I don't like travelling by plane. Planes are very noisy and they make me feel sick. But planes are good if you want to go to another country quickly. You can watch a film on the plane or sleep. But you have to be careful with your luggage because it's easy to lose it.

Task 1

Fill in the blanks with the words from the original text.

Word bank: luggage, plane, fast, film, countryside, slower, cheaper, seat, train, rack, sleep, quickly, get off

I like to travel by _____(1). Trains are big and _____(2). When I get on a train, I find a _____(3) and put my bag on the _____(4). Then I sit down and look out of the window. The _____(5) goes past very quickly. Sometimes I read a book or listen to music on my phone.

Buses are also good. They stop at lots of places and you can _____(6) wherever you want. Buses are usually _____(7) than trains. But they are _____(8) and sometimes there are a lot of people on them.

I don't like travelling by _____(9). Planes are very noisy and they make me feel sick. But planes are good if you want to go to another country _____(10). You can watch a _____(11) on the plane or _____(12). But you have to be careful with your _____(13) because it's easy to lose it.

Task 2

Choose the correct answer.

1

What is the author's preferred mode of transportation?

aBus

bTrain

cPlane

dCar

2

What does the author do immediately after finding a seat on the train?

aPuts the bag on the rack

bListens to music on the phone

cReads a book

dGoes to sleep

3

What does the text say about buses compared with trains?

aThey are faster and more expensive

bThey are usually cheaper and slower

cThey are quieter and faster

dThey are always empty

4

What is a disadvantage of travelling by bus?

aThey are faster than trains

bThey are more comfortable than trains

cThere are usually fewer people on them

dSometimes there are a lot of people on them

5

Why doesn't the author like travelling by plane?

aPlanes are very noisy

bPlanes make the author feel sick

cIt's easy to lose luggage on a plane

dBoth A and B

6

What is an advantage of travelling by plane?

aYou can watch a film on the plane

bYou can sleep on the plane

cYou can get off wherever you want

dBoth A and B

7

What is the main disadvantage of travelling by train?

aThey are slower than buses

bThey are more expensive than buses

cThey are very noisy

dThere are no disadvantages mentioned in the text

8

What is the main advantage of travelling by bus?

aThey are faster than trains

bThey are more comfortable than trains

cThey stop at lots of places

dThey are usually cheaper than trains

9

What should you be careful with when travelling by plane?

aYour luggage

bYour passport

cYour phone

dYour wallet

10

What does the author do while travelling by train?

aSleep

bWatch a film

cRead a book or listen to music

dGet off wherever they want

B1–B2 Dialogue

To Get Around the Town

Text 4

To Get Around the Town

B1–B2

Mike

Hey Mark, how do you get around town now?

Mark

I have a motorbike. It's perfect for the city center.

Mike

That's quite different from your last car!

Mark

Yes, it is. But it helps me avoid traffic and find parking easily.

Mike

Did someone scratch your car in the lot?

Mark

Unfortunately, yes. I'm thinking about asking my boss to install security cameras.

Mike

Good idea. How does riding a motorbike compare to driving or taking public transportation?

Mark

With two wheels, I can weave through traffic and park closer to my destination. But there's less protection from weather.

Mike

And more helmets! Ha ha!

Mark

Exactly!

Task 1

Choose the correct answer.

1

What does Mark use to get around town?

aA car

bPublic transportation

cA motorbike

dA bicycle

2

Why did Mark switch from his car to a motorbike?

aTo save money on gas

bTo avoid traffic and find parking easily

cTo reduce his carbon footprint

dTo exercise more

3

What happened to Mark's car in the parking lot?

aIt was stolen

bIt was scratched

cIt ran out of gas

dIt was towed away

4

What is Mark thinking about asking his boss to install?

aAir conditioning

bSecurity cameras

cA new parking lot

dFaster internet

5

What advantage does riding a motorbike have over driving or taking public transportation?

aIt's faster

bIt's cheaper

cIt's more comfortable

dIt allows for weaving through traffic and parking closer to the destination

6

What disadvantage does riding a motorbike have compared to driving or taking public transportation?

aIt's more expensive

bIt's less convenient

cThere's less protection from weather

dIt's slower

7

What does Mike find funny about riding a motorbike?

aThe helmets

bThe speed

cThe noise

dThe style

8

What is the tone of the conversation between Mike and Mark?

aSerious

bHumorous

cAngry

dSad

9

What is the main topic of the conversation?

aThe weather

bTransportation

cSports

dFood

10

What conclusion can be drawn about Mark's opinion of riding a motorbike?

aHe loves it

bHe hates it

cHe thinks it's okay

dHe has no opinion

More difficult dialogue

To Get Around the Town

Text 5

To Get Around the Town

B1–B2

Mike

Hey, Mark! How do you get around town these days?

Mark

Hi there. I have a motorbike now. It's pretty handy.

Mike

A motorcycle?! That's quite different from your last car!

Mark

Definitely. But I live in the city center now, so it's perfect for getting around all the traffic and finding parking spaces.

Mike

Yeah, that's true... Wait, is that a scratch on your car? Did someone hit it in the lot?

Mark

Unfortunately, yes. Probably when I was at work yesterday afternoon, but I'm going to talk to my boss about installing security cameras in our parking lot.

Mike

Good idea. You don't want to let anyone else get away with doing something bad.

Mark

Plus, without them, who knows what could happen another time.

Mike

Right. Anyway, how does riding a motorbike compare to your old car or even public transport?

Mark

Well, it's a bit of both really. With two wheels instead of four wheels, I can easily zip by other drivers stuck in traffic and park much closer to my destination than a bus or train would take me. Of course, that means less protection from the weather....

Mike

And more helmets to worry about!! Ha ha!

Mark

Yes, exactly!

Task 1

Choose the correct answer.

1

What does Mark use to get around town now?

aA car

bA bicycle

cA motorcycle

dPublic transport

2

Why did Mark switch to a motorcycle?

aHe wanted to try something new

bHe lives in the city center now

cHe got a good deal on one

dHe doesn't like cars

3

What does Mike think about Mark's new mode of transportation?

aHe thinks it's a bad idea

bHe thinks it's interesting

cHe thinks it's dangerous

dHe thinks it's too expensive

4

Why does Mark want security cameras installed in his parking lot?

aHe wants to catch whoever scratched his car

bHe wants to keep an eye on his boss

cHe wants to make sure his bike is safe

dHe thinks it will make the lot look nicer

5

What does Mike think of Mark's idea to install security cameras?

aHe thinks it's a waste of money

bHe thinks it's a good idea

cHe thinks it's unnecessary

dHe doesn't have an opinion

6

What advantage does Mark's motorcycle have over public transport?

aIt can move through traffic and park closer to the destination

bIt is always cheaper

cIt is more comfortable

dIt is safer

7

What disadvantage does Mark's motorcycle have compared to his old car?

aIt's more expensive to maintain

bIt's less reliable

cIt offers less protection from the weather

dIt's harder to park

8

What does Mike joke about near the end of the conversation?

aHelmets

bParking fees

cFuel prices

dTrain tickets

9

What is the tone of the conversation between Mike and Mark?

aSerious

bHumorous

cArgumentative

dSarcastic

10

What is the main topic of the conversation between Mike and Mark?

aMark's new motorcycle

bSecurity cameras in parking lots

cTransportation options in the city

dHelmets for motorcyclists

Task 2

Answer the questions.

1

What mode of transportation does Mark use now, and why is it useful for him?

2

Why does Mark want to install security cameras in his workplace's parking lot?

3

How did Mark's car get scratched?

4

How does driving a motorbike compare to using public transport or driving a car?

5

What are some advantages of driving a motorbike over other modes of transportation?

6

What are some disadvantages of driving a motorbike?

7

Does Mike seem surprised by Mark's choice of transportation?

Text 6

Four Opinions

Bryan

I'm totally against public transport. It's too crowded and dirty. Last time I rode a bus, I had to stand all the way to work because all the seats were taken. It was so uncomfortable.

Sarah

I think public transport is great. It's affordable and eco-friendly. When I take the train to work, I can read a book or listen to music and not worry about traffic. Plus, it saves me money on gas and parking fees.

Lisa

I'm not sure how I feel about public transport. I don't like how unpredictable it can be sometimes, but it can also be convenient when I need to go somewhere without a car. I just wish there were more reliable options in my area.

Jack

Oh man, I just love taking the bus. It reminds me of when I was a kid and would go on field trips with my class. I always sit by the window and look out at the scenery. It just puts me in a good mood for the day.

Facts

Transport Facts

1

Karl Benz completed the Benz Patent-Motorwagen in 1885 and patented it in 1886; it is widely regarded as the first practical automobile.

2

The largest car-producing country is China, with over 25 million vehicles produced annually.

3

The first commercial airplane flight took place in 1914.

4

The 1915 Çanakkale Bridge in Türkiye has the world's longest suspension-bridge main span, measuring 2,023 metres.

5

The Shanghai Maglev reaches 431 km/h and holds the record for the fastest maglev train in regular public service.

6

The first subway system opened in London in 1863.

7

Shell's Prelude FLNG is the largest floating facility ever constructed, built for liquefied natural gas production and processing.

8

The first bicycle was invented in 1817 by Baron Karl von Drais in Germany.

9

The first public tramway operation was introduced in New York City in 1832.

10

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport was the world's busiest airport by total passenger traffic in 2025, handling about 106.3 million passengers.

Listening

Video Activities

Video 1

History of Transportation

Watch the video and answer the questions.

Open video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=25IaUQ_oUyM

1

How did people travel in the past?

2

What did people use to carry goods?

3

How did the invention of the wheel change transportation?

4

What were logs with hollow cavities used for?

5

Who invented the steam engine?

6

What did the steam engine power?

7

What was the goal of flying in the sky?

8

Who successfully invented and flew the first airplane?

9

What are some common means of transportation today?

10

What is the latest development in transportation?

Video 2

London Transport

Watch the video and answer the questions.

Open video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NGRYhHduX8o

1

What is the traditional color of London cabs?

2

How do you hail a cab in London?

3

What is the recommended etiquette when paying for a cab ride in London?

4

What are some advantages and disadvantages of cycling around London?

5

What is the payment system for riding on a red double-decker bus in London?

6

What is the quickest way to get around London?

7

What is the main challenge of using the underground or tube in London?

8

How can you find your way around the underground or tube in London?

9

What is an oyster card and how can it save you money when using the tube in London?

10

What are some safety tips to keep in mind when using the tube in London?

Video 3

The Future of Transport

Watch the video and answer the questions.

Open video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YY1mN_ibteU&start=0&end=300

1

How has air travel changed over the past 30 years?

2

What is the main priority in transport development?

3

What is automation in terms of transport?

4

What is a prototype?

5

What is Hyperloop One and how does it work?

6

What is maglev technology?

7

What is a vacuum system?

8

Why is the Hyperloop more energy efficient?

9

What are the challenges of implementing the Hyperloop?

10

What does commonplace mean?

Speaking

Discussion Questions

1

What is your favorite mode of transportation and why?

2

Have you ever ridden a bicycle?

3

Do you prefer to drive or take public transportation?

4

How often do you use public transportation?

5

Have you ever been on a train?

6

What is the most interesting vehicle you have ever seen?

7

Have you ever traveled by plane?

8

What is the fastest way to travel in your opinion?

9

Have you ever taken a taxi or Uber?

10

What is the most common form of transportation in your country?

Creative Writing

Writing Topics

Personal essay topics

1

My favourite mode of transport and why I love it.

2

My longest journey and how I felt during it.

3

How transport helps me explore new places.

4

My funniest experience while travelling.

5

My most exciting transport adventure.

General essay topics

1

Travelling by car is better than travelling by train. What do you think?

2

Public transport is the best way to get around in a city. Do you agree?

3

Some people prefer cycling to driving. What do you think?

4

Air travel is the fastest way to travel long distances. Do you agree or disagree?

5

Walking is the healthiest way to travel. Do you agree?