Reading Task
Text (example):
“Travel has always been important for people. In the past, people traveled by horse, on foot, or by simple boats. Today, we can travel by car, train, plane, or even by underground metro. Modern transport is faster and more comfortable, but it also causes traffic jams and pollution. Many people now think about eco-friendly travel, such as cycling, walking, or using electric vehicles.”
Text Analysis Tasks
1. Comprehension Questions
• How did people travel in the past?
• What are the advantages of modern transport?
• What problems does modern transport create?
• What are some eco-friendly ways to travel?
2. True or False
• In the past, people traveled by airplane.
• Modern transport is faster and more comfortable.
• Transport does not cause any problems.
• Cycling is an eco-friendly way to travel.
3. Vocabulary Work
• Find words in the text that mean:
a) very old ( → past )
b) not harmful to the environment ( → eco-friendly )
c) faster and easier to use ( → comfortable )
d) situation when many cars stop moving ( → traffic jam )
4. Discussion / Critical Thinking
• Which transport do you use most often and why?
• What are the advantages and disadvantages of cars?
• How can we make transport more eco-friendly in the future?
5. Writing Extension
• Write a short paragraph about your last trip. Which transport did you use? Was it comfortable or difficult?