交通工具Different Means of Transportation

CHAPTER 9

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Starting Out 前導Questions: 1.Which means of transportation do you consider the most convenient? Why?

2.How do you usually go to school? (by bus, by bicycle, by car, or by…?)

3.If you’d like to travel far in your own country, and your luggage is too heavy, which means of transportation will you choose?

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Pre-reading Activity 課前活動Here are six different situations. For each situation, which means of transportation would you suggest? (bus, car, motorcycle, bicycle, train, high-speed rail, MRT, or … ) Write down your suggestion in the blank.

1. Tony wants to see some cultural and historical attractions in Tainan City. 1. .

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2. Peter is scheduled to go on a business trip from Kaohsiung to Taipei. And he must return to his company in the same day. 2. .

3.Mary lives in Tainan, and she wants to go to

Kenting for vacation. 3. .

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4. Jack and Jill would like to enjoy the sunset of Gold Coast at Tainan. 4. . 5. Betty lives in Taipei, and she plans to go to Taitung for hot springs. 5. .

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6. Sam plans to have a three-day trip in Taipei,

and he wants to go to such tourist spots as Taipei 101, Danshui （淡水） and Maokong

（貓空） . 6. .

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Conversation 會話A ： Excuse me, where is Yankee stadium?

B ： It is located at East 161st and River Avenue.

A ： How can I get to the stadium from Union square?

B ： You can take train number four and get off

at Yankee Stadium.

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A ： How much is it for a single subway ride?

B ： A single ride is $2.50. You can buy here or use the automated machines.

A ： I see. May I have two cards, please?

B ： That will be $5.

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A ： Can I pay by credit card?

B ： I am afraid not. We accept cash only.

A ： Oh, no. I do not have enough money. What should I do?

B ： Don’t worry! The automated machines take credit cards. You can buy your cards there.

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A ： Thank you very much.

B ： By the way, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority offers an unlimited card allowing holders to ride as often as they like within a period of time.

A ： This is great news for me. I can save a lot

of money.

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B ： Thanks for taking the Metropolitan Transportation Authority. I hope you’ll have a wonderful journey.

A ： Thanks all your help. Have a nice day.

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Reading 閱讀When you arrived at John Fitzgerald Kennedy (JFK) airport, there are many means of transportation to choose from, such as AirTrain, subways, buses, taxies and limousines. The AirTrain system is the cheapest, fastest and most eco-friendly way. It serves everywhere around the airport, operating 24 hours a day and 365 days a year.

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Moreover, it offers an easy access to the Long Island Rail Road and New York City subway and bus systems. Traveling to Manhattan or downtown New York City takes only about 35-60 minutes.

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On the other hand, if you carry too many suitcases or your baggage is too heavy, a taxi or limo service might be a good choice for you. You may check the information about the fare on JFK international airport website. However, one thing you should know is that tips or service charges are not included in the fare.

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If you want to get around in New Your City, you are suggested to take the buses or subways. The City’s transportation system is run by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority. It is the most inexpensive and convenient way to take in the sights of New York City.

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Reading Comprehension 閱讀理解是非題 :1.The automated machines in New York subway systems accept credit cards. 2.The AirTrain at JFK airport operates 12 hours a day and 365 days a year. 3.Yankee Stadium is located at East 160st and River Avenue. 4.Tips are usually included in taxi fares.

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選擇題1.Which means of transportation can NOT be found at JFK airport? (A)limousines (B)subways (C)cable cars

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2.According to the article, under which circumstances will you be suggested to choose a taxi service? (A)When your luggage is too heavy. (B)When there are too many people in your party. (C)When you want to save a lot of money.

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3.Which is NOT one of the advantages of the AirTrain? (A)It is environmentally friendly. (B)It is free. (C)It reaches everywhere around JFK airport.

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4.The AirTrain at JFK airport provides an easy access to other transportation systems except ..... (A)NYC subway systems (B)Long Island Rail Road (C)Pennsylvania Rail Road

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5.Which of the following statements is FALSE? (A)Unlimited Metro cards allow holders to take subways as often as they like. (B)New York City’s transportation system is run by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority. (C)If you want to appreciate New York City, a bus ride is recommended, which is considered inexpensive and convenient.

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Vocabulary 實用字彙1. booth [bbu88] n.[bC] ( 售票、打電話、投票等的 ) 小隔間 例 : While cell phones are getting more and more convenient, phone booths are rarely seen on the street.

2. holder [`hold2] n.[C] 持有者 例 : The metro card holders were angry at the rise of the fares, which means they were going to pay an extra amount of money.

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3. within [wI6`In] adv. 在……時間範圍之內 例 : Interviewee : When will I know the result? Interviewer : We’ll contact you within two days if you are qualified.

4. journey [`G3nI] n.[C] 旅途；旅程 例 : Jay is going on a journey to the Middle East. He hopes he can know better about Islamic world after such experience.

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5. means [minz] n.[P] 工具；手段 例 : For most people in Taipei, MRT is their main means of transportation when they go to work. 6. transportation [,trAnsp2`teSEn] n.[U] 運輸方

式 同義詞 : transport 例 : To reduce carbon emissions, people nowadays are suggested to use mass transportation services like MRT or buses.

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7. serve [s3v] vt. 為……提供服務 例 : The country is served by two main airports, one for domestic lines and the other for international lines.

8. operate [`apE,ret] vi. 運作 例 : The bus company operates 24 hours a day and 365 days a year. And its services reach nearly everywhere in this country.

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9. moreover.[mCr`ov2].adv. 此外 同義詞 : furthermore ； in addition ；additionally ；

plus 反義詞 : however ； nonetheless ；nevertheless

例 : I am too tired to go out today. Moreover, it’s raining heavily outside.

10. travel [`trAvL] vi. 旅行 例 : Peter travels to Japan every year in April when sakura trees are in full bloom.

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11. take.[tek].vt. 花（時間） 例 : It takes two hours to travel from Taipei to Kaohsiung by high-speed rail.

12. suitcase.[`sut,kes].n.[C] 手提箱 例 : Amy likes to travel light. Thus, she always packs all she needs in just one tiny suitcase.

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13. baggage.[`bAgIG].n.[U] 行李 同義詞 : luggage 例 : Travelers have to check their baggage over five kilos at check-in counters.

14. fare.[fWr].n.[C] （公車、火車、飛機等）票價；（車）資 例 : Usually, air fares soar significantly during peak seasons.

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15. run.[rVn].vt. 經營；管理 例 : Mary runs a fast food restaurant in Tainan. It is popular among locals and foreign visitors.

16. inexpensive.[,InIk`spWnsIv].adj. 不貴的 反義詞 : expensive 例 : Many people love to have a bowl of instant noodles as their lunch, for it is delicious and inexpensive.

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17. sights.[s1tz].n.[P] 景點 例 : Anping Fort （安平古堡） and Chihkan

Tower （赤崁樓） are famous sights of

Tainan.

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Words for Recognition 專業詞彙1. single [`sI9gL] adj. （車票等）單程的 = one-way 反義詞 : round-trip adj. 來回的

2. automated machine [`CtE,metId mESIn] n.[C] 自動售票機

3. Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) 紐約大都會運輸局

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4. limousine [`lImE,zin] n.[C] 豪華轎車 = limo

5. eco-friendly [`iko,frWndlI] adj. 環境友善的；環保的

6. service charge [`s3vIs 7arG] n.[C] 服務費

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Idioms & Phrase 片語1. on the other hand 另一方面 例 : On the one hand, studying a foreign language is difficult. On the other hand, it involves a lot of fun and challenges.

2. get around 到處走走；隨處晃晃 例 : If you want to get around in Taipei, it is recommended that you take city buses. They stop at nearly every tourist attraction, and the fares are inexpensive.

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Grammar Conner 文法解說1. Traveling to Manhattan or downtown New York City takes only about 35-60 minutes.

以動名詞片語做為主詞，需視為單數主詞， 故之後須用單數動詞。

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例 ： Reading books broadens our horizons. 例 ： Smoking does damage to our health.

例 ： Not knowing how to solve the problem bothers Tony a lot.

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練習： ( 請以動名詞片語為主詞，翻譯下列句子。 )練習 ：玩電動是我最喜歡的消遣 （ pastime ）。 → .

練習 ：寫信是一種練習寫作的方式。 → .

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練習 ：詢問他人的私事（ private affairs ）被 認為是不禮貌的。 → .

練習 ：學習一種新的語言是一充滿挑戰 （ challenge ）的過程（ process ）。 → .

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2. However, one thing （ you should know ） is

that tips or service charges are not included in the fare. 此句中的 that 為前方 one thing 的同位語。 that 的後方所引導的名詞子句為一完整的句 子。

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》名詞子句有三種： (1) that 所引導之子句 ( that + 完整句 ) 例： I’ll give Mary a diamond ring to show that I really love her. (2) whether 所引導之子句 例： It makes no difference whether you love me （ or not ） . (3) 疑問詞所引導之子句： 其中疑問詞包括： what / when / why / how / who / where / which

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例 ： The manager wrote us a letter to tell what we should do.

例 ： I didn’t know how the little boy found his way home.

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練習：（請圈選出正確的答案） 練習 ： It is a misconception (how / which / that / where) girls cannot outdo boys in science.

練習 ： (Which / Why / That / What) the earth is round is a general truth known to everyone.

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練習 ： The man wanted to know (whether / what / that / how) the train would be on time.

練習 ： I wondered (which / where / why / that ) Jack chaged his mind in the last minute.

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練習 ： I don’t know (if / why / that / what) I should do in this situation.

練習 ： I wonder (whether / which / that / how) you can join us for the party or not.

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練習 ： You will know (what / where / how / that ) a tornado is like, if you watch the film Twister.

練習 ： Can anyone tell me (why / who / that / when) that pretty woman is?

練習 ： The problem is (why / where / that / which) staying up late everyday damages Peter’s health.

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Review 課後練習文法與字彙1. The problem is we don’t have enough time. (A) that (B) which (C) whether (D) it

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2. The man wanted to know the train would be on time. (A) whether (B) what (C) that (D) how

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3. I don’t remember Amy’s phone number is, but I can look it up for you if you like. (A) why (B) when (C) what (D) which

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4. Learning a new language a very interesting process. (A) has (B) is (C) are (D) had been

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5. My dad is a famous writer. , he sings very well. (A) After all (B) However (C) In conclusion (D) Moreover

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6. With high-speed rail （高速鐵路） , it less than two hours to travel from Taipei to Kaohsiung. (A) spends (B) makes (C) takes (D) keeps

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7. I was totally exhausted after I went back from a 14-day around the island. (A) holder (B) journey (C) booth (D) baggage

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8. Instant Messaging (IM), such as MSN, Yahoo! Messenger and Skype, has become an important of communication.

(A) means (B) sights (C) fares (D) suitcases

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9. Before a physical examination, patients are suggested not to eat anything 12 hours. (A) beyond (B) below (C) without (D) within

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10. Anne’s ambition is to become a flight attendant （空服員） and around the world.world. (A) automate (B) introduce (C) travel (D) operate

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克漏字Taking trains 1 one of the best ways to get around in Taiwan. It is safe and convenient, and the ticket prices are reasonable. The extensive conventional railway system has major lines 2 to make a full circle of the island, offering travelers access 3 most of Taiwan’s popular scenic and cultural attractions.

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The High Speed Rail trains, 4 , serves travelers between Taipei and Kaohsiung with a number of stops in between. Reaching a top speed of 300km/h, it has cut the travel time between Taipei and Kaohsiung to 90 minutes. For those 5 often commute between these two cities, this really saves a great deal of time.

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1. (A) is (B) are (C) being (D) which is 2. (A) combining (B) combined (C) that combine (D) combine 3. (A) at (B) for (C) to (D) on 4. (A) not to mention (B) as a result (C) to say the least (D) on the other hand 5. (A) ones (B) where (C) who (D) which

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Post-reading Activity 課後活動Planning an Itinerary 規劃行程(A) Read the following itinerary and answer the questions below. Mary went on a two-day round trip from Tainan to Taipei.

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Questions 問題1.How many means of transportation were used during Mary’s trip? 2.How did Mary go from Tamshui MRT station to Tamshui Fisherman’s Wharf? 3.Which means of transportation was used most frequently during Mary’s trip?

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(B) Work with a partner and plan a trip for yourselves.