In one way or another, we all use some form of transportation to get where we want to go. Listen to the words below and consult a dictionary if you need a definition. Write a sample sentence for each word to learn how it is used in context, as seen in the example. You can use the Internet to find such sentences.
Listening Exercise
A. Listen to the recording and answer the questions.
avenue
bicycle lane
bus
bus pass
bus stop
bus stop
cable car
highway
intersection
motorist
pedestrian
street
subway
subway line
subway station
taxi
taxi stand
ticket machine
train station
truck
Practice
Your ______ will allow you to ride on any local and express bus throughout the city.
The city is planning to construct two new ______ below ground to ease congestion on streets throughout the downtown area.
______ should cross the street at designated crosswalks to avoid accidents.
Private: Public Transportation – Vocab
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Follow-Up Activity
Describe the transportation system in your area. How do people commute to and from school and work? What transportation problems do people encounter as they get around the city?
