English II
Unit 2 Study Guide 2 Prof. Andrés Saldaña
I Read the following text and answer the questions below:
Transport in the City
Transport in big cities is an essential part of daily life. In most cities, people rely on different
types of transportation to get to work, school, or anywhere else they need to go. Some
common modes of transport include buses, trains, bicycles, and cars.
Buses are one of the most popular ways to travel in cities. They are affordable and can carry
many people at once. However, buses can be slow because they often stop to pick up
passengers. During rush hour, when people are trying to get to work or go home, buses can
get stuck in traffic, making the trip longer.
Trains or subways are faster than buses and can move a lot of people quickly. Many large
cities have underground trains, which are a great option because they avoid street traffic.
However, trains can be crowded, especially during busy times. Some people also feel
uncomfortable using public transport at night because it can feel less safe.
Cars offer more freedom, as you can leave whenever you want, but they are not always
practical in big cities. Traffic jams are common, and finding a parking space can be very
difficult. In some cities, the government encourages people to use public transport to reduce
pollution and traffic congestion.
Another alternative is cycling. Many cities have introduced bike lanes to make cycling safer
and easier. It is a healthy and eco-friendly option, but it can be challenging in bad weather or
for long distances.
Overall, each form of transport has its advantages and disadvantages. People must decide
which method is best for their needs, depending on how far they need to go, the time of day,
and how much money they want to spend.
A. True or False Questions
1. People in cities only use buses to travel. FALSE
2. Buses are slower during rush hour because of traffic. TRUE
3. Trains avoid street traffic, which makes them faster. TRUE
4. Cars are always the most practical way to travel in a big city. FALSE
5. Subways are usually empty during busy times. FLASE
6. Public transport is considered safer at night. FALSE
7. Cycling is a healthy way to travel in cities. FALSE
8. Finding parking in the city is easy for car drivers. TRUE
9. Cities have introduced bike lanes to encourage cycling. TRUE
10. Trains can carry fewer people than buses. FALSE
11. Cars allow people to travel whenever they want. FALSE
12. Public transportation is always more expensive than driving a car. FALSE
13. Many cities are trying to reduce pollution by promoting public transport. TRUE
14. Public transport systems can sometimes be uncomfortable due to overcrowding.
TRUE
15. Cycling is impossible in bad weather. TRUE
16. The subway is part of the public transport system in many cities. TRUE
17. Buses never stop to pick up passengers. FALSE
18. Trains move more slowly than buses. FALSE
19. Traffic jams in the city are uncommon. FALSE
20. Each mode of transport has its own pros and cons. TRUE
B. General Comprehension Questions: Answer these questions
with complete sentences:
1. What are the common modes of transport mentioned in the text?
2. Why are buses slower during rush hour?
3. What are some disadvantages of using a car in a big city?
4. Why do some cities encourage people to use public transport instead of cars?
5. What are the benefits of cycling in cities?
II COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING SENTENCES USING THE APPROPRIATE
COMPARATIVE OR SUPERLATIVE FORMS.
1. This car is FASTER (fast) than that one.
2. She is the TALLEST (tall) student in the class.
3. My house is BIGER (big) than yours.
4. This book is MORE INTERESTING(interesting) than the last one I read.
5. He is the BEST (good) player on the team.
6. Today is COLDER (cold) than yesterday.
7. That was the MOST EXCITING (exciting) movie I've ever seen.
8. His explanation was CLEARER (clear) than the other teacher’s.
9. This street is the NARROWEST (narrow) in the neighborhood.
10. She is HAPPIER (happy) now than she was last year.
11. Out of all my friends, John is the FUNNIEST (funny).
12. This exercise is EASIER (easy) than the previous one.
13. That test was the MOST DIFFICULT (difficult) of the semester.
14. Her cooking is MORE DELICIOUS (delicious) than mine.
15. This smartphone is the MOST EXPENSIVE (expensive) one in the store.
16. The blue dress is PRETTIER (pretty) than the red one.
17. This is the WORST (bad) weather we’ve had this week.
18. His new job is MORE STRESSFUL (stressful) than the old one.
19. Of the two routes, this one is SHORTER (short).
20. You are the MOST CREATIVE (creative) person in the office!
III Ask for Directions
In pairs, ask and answer the following questions using the correct vocabulary. Practice
giving and asking for directions.
1. Student A: How do I get to the library?
Student B: Go straight ahead, turn left, and the library is __________ the post
office.
2. Student A: Where is the nearest café?
Student B: The café is __________ the supermarket, right next to the bank.
3. Student A: Excuse me, can you tell me how to get to the pharmacy?
Student B: Sure, go straight ahead, and the pharmacy is __________ the grocery
store.
4. Student A: How can I reach the bus station?
Student B: Go straight ahead, turn left at the second street, and the bus station is
__________ the park.
IV WRITING: WRITE A SHORT PARAGRAPH ABOUT ONE THE FILM
PRESENTATIONS YOUR CLASSMATES SHARED LAST WEEK. Use these questions
as reference:
1. What was the name of the film?
2. Why did your classmate choose it?
3. Did your classmate like it?
4. Would you like to see that film/show?