IELTS Expert User A2 Term 5 subject 3 lesson 14
PART 1
Voicino 1
Listen and repeat.
Before his bike ride, does Jon think it’s a good idea? Do you think he feels the same after his ride? Listen and check.
LISTEN FOR DETAIL Listen again and answer the questions.
1 Who usually uses the EcoBici program?
2 How does Marcello use the program?
3 What sometimes happens when cars turn right?
4 What is one problem with the program?
5 What does Marcello do when that happens?
6 How does Jon feel at the end of his ride?
PAIR WORK THINK CRITICALLY What are some positive and negative things about bike-sharing programs? Discuss with a partner. Do you think these programs are a good idea for every city? Why or why not?
PART 2
Pronunciation 1
PRONUNCIATION: Listening for linking sounds
A
Listen to what Jon says. Focus on the words that link together when Jon says them. Practice saying the sentence slowly. Then say it more quickly. How quickly can you say it?
Cycling in Mexico City is a great way to get around.
Pronunciation 2
PRONUNCIATION: Listening for linking sounds
B
Draw lines between the linking sounds. Listen and check.
1 How are you feeling?
2 I’ll watch out for that.
3 This is basically an enormous traffic jam.
PART 3
Write it
WRITING
A Read the messages. Where do you see messages like this? Which messages are positive, and which are negative?
B WRITING SKILLS Look for the words and, but, and so in the messages above. Then complete the sentences.
1 We use……………………. to describe the result of an action.
2 We use……………………. to add another item to a list of things.
3 We use……………………. to present a different choice.
C Match the two parts of the sentences.
1 There are no bikes at the docking station, so
2 It’s 45 minutes to work by bus, but
3 When I ride a bike, I exercise and
a by bike it’s 20 minutes.
b I get there faster.
c I’m walking to the subway.
D WRITE IT
Write your own messages to the bike-sharing program. Don’t forget to use and, but, and so.
PART 4
Practicino 1
LISTENING
Listen to the radio interview about the Bicitekas in Mexico City.
Read the sentences and write T if True or F if False. Write the correct answers.
1………………. Adrian’s group has bicycle tours to teach people about art.
2………………. Adrian rides his bicycle to his job at the theater every day.
3………………. Adrian wears a helmet and gloves when he rides his bicycle.
4………………. Adrian’s group has night tours.
LISTEN FOR DETAIL Listen to the interview again and answer the questions.
1 What is the name of Adrian’s group?
2 Where is his group from?
3 How many people ride bicycles in Mexico City on the weekend?
4 When are the night tours?
5 How many people usually take the tours?
Practicino 2
READING
Read the online article and find the correct answers.
Cities for People or Cars? |
Too many cars can be bad for a city. There is too much traffic and stress. And traffic can be a problem because stressed drivers sometimes break the rules to save time. At the Bicitekas group, we think bicycles can help change people’s habits. That is why we have bicycle tours around the city, and we plan art shows and parties. Mexico City needs better roads and more green areas. There are many ways you can help. Come to our shows, tours, and parties. And, above all, use your bike. Do not drive your car on the weekend, and share rides with friends and family. You can help us make our city a better place for people and not just for cars.
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1 What is the main idea?
a Cars are good. b People can help. cThe city needs more parks.
2 What does Bicitekas do?
a sells bicycles b has bike tours c repairs old bicycles
3 What does the author say people can do to help?
a share rides b drive on weekends c buy a newer car
Practicino 3
WRITING
A Match the sentences. Then complete them with the correct word from the box.
and but SO
1 There aren’t any bike docking stations at the subway station,
2 The local park has a bike lane,
3 My street needs a park, trees,
a they don’t rent bikes to park visitors.
b more green areas.
C I have to walk home from the station.
B Use the sentences in exercise A, and write three comments on your neighborhood’s website about the things missing in your area. Don’t forget to use and, but, and so.