Language Expansion: At the Airport

A. Write the words and phrases from the box next to their meanings.

(Viết các từ và cụm từ trong hộp bên cạnh ý nghĩa của chúng)

airline agent baggage claim boarding pass carry-on bag

(online) check-in gate security check terminal

1. (online) check-in registering for your flight at the airport or electronically

2. ____________ the person who helps you register for your flight and takes your large bags

3. ____________ where travelers arrive and leave from at an airport

4. ____________ this has your flight details and seat number. You need it to get on the plane.

5. ____________ where you picK Up your suitcase after your flight

6. ____________ where your bags are checked by security officers

7. ____________ the door where you get on the plane

8. ____________ a small bag you can take on the plane with you

Answer:

1. (online) check-in - registering for your flight at the airport or electronically

2. airline agent - the person who helps you register for your flight and takes your large bags

3. terminal - where travelers arrive and leave from at an airport

4. boarding pass - this has your flight details and seat number. You need it to get on the plane.

5. baggage claim - where you pick up your suitcase after your flight

6. security check - where your bags are checked by security officers

7. gate - the door where you get on the plane

8. carry-on bag - a small bag you can take on the plane with you

B. Complete the paragraph with the words and phrases from A.

(Hoàn thành đoạn văn với các từ và cụm từ từ A)

When you get to the airport, the first thing you have to do is go to the right (1) _____________. Then, you need to find the (2) ___________ desk where an (3) ___________ will help you. They will check your passport and give you your (4) ___________ which has your flight information. If you have a large bag or suitcase, you have to check it there. If you only have a (5) ____________, you can take it on the plane with you. If you did (6) ____________, you already have your boarding pass, so you can go straight to the (7) ___________ in the departure area. You will have to go through a (8) ___________ to make sure you don't have anything dangerous. Finally, when you get to your destination, you can pick up your checked bag from the (9) _______________.

Answer:

When you get to the airport, the first thing you have to do is go to the right (1) terminal. Then, you need to find the (2) airline agent desk where an (3) agent will help you. They will check your passport and give you your (4) boarding pass which has your flight information. If you have a large bag or suitcase, you have to check it there. If you only have a (5) carry-on bag, you can take it on the plane with you. If you did (6) online check-in, you already have your boarding pass, so you can go straight to the (7) gate in the departure area. You will have to go through a (8) security check to make sure you don't have anything dangerous. Finally, when you get to your destination, you can pick up your checked bag from the (9) baggage claim.

C. Write sentences about traveling by plane. Use 'have to', 'must', 'must not', and 'can't'.

(Viết câu về việc đi du lịch bằng máy bay. Sử dụng 'have to', 'must', 'must not' và 'can't')

Answer:

1. When traveling by plane, you must have a valid passport and a boarding pass to board the flight.

2. Passengers must follow the safety instructions given by the flight attendants during takeoff and landing.

3. You can't bring any flammable or explosive items on the plane, as they pose a safety risk.

4. You have to put your electronic devices on airplane mode during the flight to avoid any interference with the aircraft's communication systems.

5. Passengers must not smoke on the plane, as it is strictly prohibited and can result in fines or legal action.

6. You must arrive at the airport at least two hours before your scheduled flight departure time to allow time for security checks and boarding procedures.

7. You can bring a carry-on bag with you on the plane, but it must meet the airline's size and weight restrictions.

8. Passengers must follow the instructions given by the flight crew and can't interfere with the aircraft's equipment or operations.

9. You must fasten your seatbelt during takeoff, landing, and whenever the seatbelt sign is illuminated.

10. Passengers must not disturb others with loud noises or disruptive behavior during the flight, as it can affect the comfort and safety of other passengers.

Conversation (Optional)

D. Listen to the conversation with your book closed. What time will the traveler get on the plane?

(Nghe cuộc trò chuyện với cuốn sách của bạn đóng lại. Du khách sẽ lên máy bay lúc mấy giờ?)

Airline agent: Good afternoon. Where are you flying to today?

Traveler: To Bogota. Here's my passport.

Airline agent: Thank you. And do you have any bags to check?

Traveler: Just one. And this is my carry-on bag.

Airline agent: OK, thank you. Here’s your boarding pass. You're in seat 27D. Boarding time is 10:15 at gate 13, but you must be at the gate 30 minutes before that.

Traveler: OK, and 27D is a window seat, isn't it?

Airline agent: No, I'm afraid it isn’t. There aren't any window seats available.

Traveler: Oh, I thought I had reserved a window seat when I booked online.

Airline agent: I'm sorry about that, ma’am. Is there anything else I can help you with?

Traveler: Yes, is there a restaurant after the security check?

Airline agent: Yes, there are two.

Answer:

The traveler will get on the plane at 10:15 at gate 13, but they must be at the gate 30 minutes before that.

E. In pairs, practice the conversation. Switch roles and practice it again.

(Thực hành hội thoại theo cặp. Chuyển đổi vai trò và thực hành lại)

Answer:

HS tự thực hiện

Goal check

1. In pairs, write a list of the things you do at an airport.

2. Join another pair and compare your lists. Put the actions in order.

3. Prepare the dialog for a how-to video in which you show other students how to use English at the airport.

Answer:

1. List of things you do at an airport:

• Check in for your flight

• Drop off your checked baggage

• Go through security

• Wait in the departure lounge

• Board your flight

• Pick up your baggage at the baggage claim

• Look up your flight information on the airport monitors

• Purchase food and drinks

• Shop at duty-free stores

• Exchange currency

• Find your gate for boarding

• Use the restroom

2. Actions in order:

• Look up your flight information on the airport monitors

• Check in for your flight

• Drop off your checked baggage

• Go through security

• Purchase food and drinks

• Shop at duty-free stores

• Exchange currency

• Use the restroom

• Wait in the departure lounge

• Find your gate for boarding

• Board your flight

• Pick up your baggage at the baggage claim

3. Dialog for a how-to video:

Presenter: Hi, everyone! In this video, I'm going to show you how to use English at the airport. First, let's start with checking in for your flight. You'll need to have your passport and your boarding pass ready. The airline agent will ask you some questions, like where you're flying to and if you have any bags to check.

(Show the process of checking in and dropping off bags)

Presenter: Next, you'll need to go through security. Make sure you have all your liquids in a clear plastic bag, and take off your shoes and any jackets or belts before going through the metal detector.

(Show the process of going through security)

Presenter: Once you're through security, you can grab a bite to eat or do some shopping at the duty-free stores. If you need to exchange currency, there are usually currency exchange booths in the airport.

(Show the process of purchasing food and drinks, shopping, and exchanging currency)

Presenter: After that, find your gate for boarding. You can check the airport monitors for your flight information. When it's time to board, the airline agent will announce the boarding time and the gate number.

(Show the process of finding the gate and waiting for boarding)

Presenter: Finally, once you've landed at your destination, you'll need to pick up your baggage at the baggage claim.

(Show the process of picking up baggage)

Presenter: And that's it! You're now ready to use English at the airport. Have a safe flight!