Air travel
Learn how to talk about air travel experiences and practice pronunciation reduction of “could you” and “would you.”
Part 1
Warm-up
Answer the questions
What did we discuss in the last lesson?
Have you ever traveled by airplane?
How do you feel when traveling by airplane?
Part 2
Vocabulary
Read the word, its’ meaning, and the examples
Then make up your own sentences using the word.
Student can skip the words they already know.
fasten
/ˈfæsn/
to close or attach something securely
Please fasten your seatbelt before the car starts.
He needed to fasten the buttons on his coat.
bumpy
/ˈbʌmpi/
not smooth
The bumpy road shook the car a lot.
It was a bumpy flight because of the weather.
facility
/fəˈsɪləti/
equipment, rooms, etc. that are provided for people to use
The hotel has great facilities, including a pool.
Our school has new sports facilities.
horrible
/ˈhɔːrəbl/
very unpleasant or bad
She felt horrible after hearing the sad news.
The food tasted horrible and was too salty.
immigration
/ˌɪmɪˈɡreɪʃn/
the process of examining your passport and other documents to make certain that you can be allowed to enter the country, or the place where this is done
His story about moving to a new country started at immigration.
They went through immigration quickly at the airport.
route
/ruːt/
a particular way or direction between places.
The bus follows a different route on Sundays.
tasteless
/ˈteɪst.ləs/
having no flavour
The soup was tasteless and needed salt.
Without spices, the chicken was pretty tasteless.
take-off
/ˈteɪk ɔːf/
If an aircraft, bird, or insect takes off, it leaves the ground and begins to fly
The flight will take off soon.
We should board before the plane takes off.
Make up your own sentences using the words.
Part 3
Reading comprehension
Read the article and answer questions.
Teacher helps student correct their pronunciation.
My worst flight experience ever
Last year, I had the most horrible flight of my life. It started with a very bumpy take-off. The captain told us to fasten our seatbelts tightly. I tried to relax and watch a movie, but the plane’s facilities were old and the screen was broken.
During the flight, the shaking was so bad, it felt like a roller coaster ride. The meal they served was tasteless; I couldn’t eat it. After many hours, we finally landed. I thought my troubles were over, but the immigration line was incredibly long and slow. The whole route from my home to the final destination was stressful.
That flight was the worst travel experience I’ve ever had, and I hope I never have to go through something like that again.
Check your understanding
Why did the captain ask passengers to fasten their seatbelts?
What was wrong with the plane’s facilities?
How was the food served on the flight?
Sample answer
- The captain asked passengers to fasten their seatbelts due to a very bumpy take-off.
- The plane's facilities were old, and the screen was broken.
- The food served on the flight was tasteless.
Part 4
Pronunciation
Reduction of could you and would you
We spell it:
– could you
– would you
We say it:
– couldja
– wouldja
Listening & repeat
- Could you put your seat back up, please?
- Could you fill out the form?
- Would you bring me a new one?
- Would you give me a hand?
Practice more
- Could you check us in online?
- Would you prefer a morning flight?
- Could you bring me a blanket?
- Would you like a vegetarian meal?
- Could you store your bag overhead?
Part 5
Discussion
Let’s use the vocabulary you’ve learned during the lesson and talk about the following topics/questions freely!
Teacher helps student expand and correct the answers
Describe how you feel when a plane takes off.
What’s your favorite part about flying?
How do you pass the time during a flight?
Discuss one thing you wish airlines would improve.
Do you prefer window or aisle seats, and why?
Describe a time when your flight got delayed.
Why is it important to arrive early for a flight?
What items are not allowed in your carry-on luggage?
Sample answer
- I feel excited when a plane takes off. It's fun to feel the plane go fast and then lift up into the sky.
- My favorite part about flying is looking out the window. I like to see the clouds and the land below looking so small.
- During a flight, I like to watch movies or read a book. Sometimes, I just look out the window and think.
- I wish airlines would make seats bigger so we can have more space to sit comfortably, especially on long flights.
- I prefer window seats because I can look outside and see the clouds and the ground. It's also quieter by the window.
- Once, my flight was delayed because it was raining a lot. We had to wait extra hours at the airport, which was a bit boring.
- It's important to arrive early so you have enough time to check in, go through security, and find your gate without rushing.
- In carry-on luggage, you can't bring things like knives, a lot of liquid, or anything that could be dangerous like matches.
Review
Let’s review the lesson with teacher
8 words and phrases in the lesson
Talk about air travel experiences
Pronunciation reduction of “could you” and “would you.”
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Homework
Let’s choose one of these options for your homework
Write the sentences for vocab you studied today
Do listening homework here:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1w4uGYiS1ydN9fJAvLzCK8CTHB1eSUgf0JVLTlaGWplU/edit?usp=sharing
