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Future vehicles
I can talk about future means of transport
Cultrure p100
Extra listening and speaking p113
THINK! Can you name some future means of transport?
1. Read the descriptions and match them with six photos A-F.
1. People always dream of flying by themselves, and this flying car may be their choice. It is economical because it runs on solar energy.
2. If you cannot drive, it is a wonderful way to fly like a bird. This jetpack uses an engine with two fans to lift you off the ground.
3. Maybe policemen want to have it as soon as possible because it is fast and it can avoid traffic jams. Fans help this flying motorbike stay in the air.
4. This amphibious bus can run on water and land. In countries with a lot of rivers and canals like Viêt Nam, it is a convenient way to travel.
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5. Many countries are starting to use tunnel buses. This bus is spacious enough to carry many passengers and it travels quickly during rush hours.
6. Self-driving cars may be your option when you do not want to drive. You can work on the way to your office or relax on the way home.
3. Read the description from exercise 1 again. Choose the word in blue with the correct definition.
1. without drivers self-driving
2. moving quickly ____________
3. suitable for your needs ____________
4. very large ____________
5. saving money ____________
6. extremely good ____________
4. 🎧2.25 Listen to the dialogue. What future means of transport are they talking about?
5.
USE IT! Work in pairs. Talk about a future means of transport. Use the key phrases.
KEY PHRASES |
Talking about future vehicles They say that ... I believe I can ... I think I can ... I can save enough money to afford ... |
Finished?
Write a paragraph (60-80 words) describing your trip to the moon. (How do you go? How do you feel? Do you like it? ...)