Question

Reading Task 1 Read the text Travelling Almost all people are fond of travelling. It is very interesting to see new places, an other towns and countries. People may travel either for pleasure or on business. Th ere are various means of travelling. For me there is nothing like travel by air, it is more comfortable, more convenient and, of course, far quicker than any other mea ns. There is none of the dust and dirt of a railway or car journey, none of the troubl e of changing from train to steamer and then to another train. With a train you have speed, comfort and pleasure combined. From the comfortabl e seat of a railway carriage you have a splendid view of the whole countryside. If y ou are hungry, you can have a meal in the diningcar, and if a journey is a long one you can have a wonderful bed in a sleeper. Travelling by ship is also very popular now. It is very pleasant to feel the deck of t he ship under the feet, to see the rise and fall of the waves, to feel the fresh sea win d blowing in the face and hear the cry of the seagulls. Many people like to travel by car. It is interesting too, because you can see many si ghts in a short time, you can stop when and where you like, you do not have to buy tickets or carry your suitcases. A very popular means of travelling is hiking. It is travelling on foot. Walking tours are very interesting. Hitchhiking is a very popular method of travelling among you ng people. But it is not as popular in our country as abroad. Answer the questions: 1. What do people travel for? 2. What kinds of travel are described in the text? 3. Which way is the fastest? 4.Do you agree that in the train you get speed comfort and pleasure? Why? 5. Is hitchhiking popular among young people? Why? 6 What kind of travel do you prefer? Why? [6p]

Answer 1

Ответ:

1. People travel for pleasure or for business.

2. The text describes travel by air, train, ship, car, hiking, and hitchhiking.

3. According to the text, travel by air is the fastest.

4. The text states that with a train, you have speed, comfort, and pleasure combined. Whether or not someone agrees with this statement is subjective and may vary.

5. The text mentions that hitchhiking is not as popular in the country mentioned (not specified in the text) as it is abroad.

6. Personally, I prefer to travel by car. I enjoy the flexibility and freedom it provides. For example, last summer I took a road trip along the coast, stopping at various scenic spots and exploring different cities along the way. Being able to stop whenever and wherever I wanted allowed me to fully immerse myself in the journey and discover hidden gems that I might have missed if I were traveling by other means. Additionally, having my own vehicle meant I could pack all the necessary items without worrying about luggage restrictions or buying tickets. Overall, the experience of traveling by car suited my adventurous spirit and allowed me to create unforgettable memories.

Answer 2

1. People travel for pleasure or on business.
2. The kinds of travel described in the text are: a) Travel by air b) Travel by train c) Travel by ship d) Travel by car e) Hiking (traveling on foot) f) Hitchhiking (mentioned as popular abroad but not as popular in the country)
3. Traveling by air is described as the fastest means of travel.
4. Yes, the text suggests that traveling by train provides speed, comfort, and pleasure. It mentions the comfort of a seat, a splendid view of the countryside, the availability of meals in the dining car, and the option of a wonderful bed in a sleeper.
5. The text states that hitchhiking is popular among young people abroad but not as popular in their own country. No specific reasons are given for its popularity or lack thereof.
6. The text does not provide information about the author's preference for a specific kind of travel.