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What is the most common greeting for morning in North America?
What is the most common greeting for morning in North America?
- Good morning
- Hello
- Morning (correct)
- Hi there
How should you approach someone if you want to get their attention in a store?
How should you approach someone if you want to get their attention in a store?
- Hey you
- Pardon me
- Sorry
- Excuse me (correct)
Which phrase should be used if you do not understand what someone has said?
Which phrase should be used if you do not understand what someone has said?
- Can you repeat that? (correct)
- I don't know
- What did you say?
- That's unclear
When dining at a restaurant, how can you state that you have a reservation?
When dining at a restaurant, how can you state that you have a reservation?
What phrase indicates that you are merely browsing in a store?
What phrase indicates that you are merely browsing in a store?
What is the appropriate response if you want to pay in a store?
What is the appropriate response if you want to pay in a store?
In North America, how do you ask for tap water in a restaurant?
In North America, how do you ask for tap water in a restaurant?
Which statement is true about plastic bags in North America?
Which statement is true about plastic bags in North America?
What should you say if you want to modify your food order by removing an ingredient?
What should you say if you want to modify your food order by removing an ingredient?
How can you politely decline a receipt after a purchase?
How can you politely decline a receipt after a purchase?
What phrase can you use to ask for directions?
What phrase can you use to ask for directions?
Which phrase is commonly used when you want someone to take a photo for you?
Which phrase is commonly used when you want someone to take a photo for you?
What do you say when you want to check in at a restaurant without a reservation?
What do you say when you want to check in at a restaurant without a reservation?
What is the difference between a one-way ticket and a round trip ticket?
What is the difference between a one-way ticket and a round trip ticket?
What does the term 'airfare' specifically refer to?
What does the term 'airfare' specifically refer to?
What is the purpose of going through customs?
What is the purpose of going through customs?
What does a 'layover' refer to in air travel?
What does a 'layover' refer to in air travel?
What should you look for on your boarding pass?
What should you look for on your boarding pass?
Which statement best describes the term 'checked bag'?
Which statement best describes the term 'checked bag'?
What occurs during the security check at the airport?
What occurs during the security check at the airport?
What is commonly expected if your flight is delayed?
What is commonly expected if your flight is delayed?
What distinguishes a 'carry-on' bag from a 'checked' bag?
What distinguishes a 'carry-on' bag from a 'checked' bag?
What is the recommended action if an airport terminal is crowded?
What is the recommended action if an airport terminal is crowded?
How is the term 'direct flight' defined?
How is the term 'direct flight' defined?
Which of the following best describes 'boarding' a plane?
Which of the following best describes 'boarding' a plane?
What does the term 'visa' refer to in travel?
What does the term 'visa' refer to in travel?
When should you avoid saying 'good night'?
When should you avoid saying 'good night'?
Flashcards
What is an airline?
What is an airline?
The company that provides air travel.
What is airfare?
What is airfare?
The cost of your ticket for air travel.
What is a one-way ticket?
What is a one-way ticket?
A ticket that only allows you to travel to your destination, not back.
What is a round-trip ticket?
What is a round-trip ticket?
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What is a boarding pass?
What is a boarding pass?
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What does it mean to check a bag?
What does it mean to check a bag?
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What is a carry-on bag?
What is a carry-on bag?
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What is security?
What is security?
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What is customs?
What is customs?
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What does it mean to board a plane?
What does it mean to board a plane?
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What is boarding time?
What is boarding time?
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What is departure time?
What is departure time?
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What is a terminal?
What is a terminal?
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What is a gate?
What is a gate?
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What is a boarding call?
What is a boarding call?
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Excuse me
Excuse me
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How are you?
How are you?
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What do you mean?
What do you mean?
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Ditch
Ditch
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I'm looking for...
I'm looking for...
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Bucket List
Bucket List
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Burst
Burst
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Outdoorsy
Outdoorsy
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Spot
Spot
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Spectacular
Spectacular
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Guided tour
Guided tour
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Trip
Trip
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Dig deeper
Dig deeper
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Connected speech
Connected speech
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Idiom
Idiom
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Study Notes
Travel Vocabulary
- Airline: A company that provides travel services
- Airfare: The cost of an airline ticket
- One-way ticket: A ticket for travel to only one destination
- Round-trip ticket: A ticket covering travel to and from a destination
- Boarding pass (e-boarding pass): Contains flight details for passengers
- Checked bag: Bag left at the conveyor belt at the airport
- Carry-on bag (carry-on): Bag to be brought onto the plane
- Security: The process of checking passengers' belongings at the airport
- Customs: The process of checking passengers' documents at an international airport. Needed for international flights
- Boarding: The act of getting onto a plane
- Boarding time: The time when passengers get onto the plane
- Departure time: The time when the plane leaves
- Terminal: A part of an airport that houses different gates
- Gate: The designated waiting area for the boarding of a specific flight
- Delayed flight: A flight that leaves later than scheduled
- Layover (Stopover): A stop at a place other than the final destination
- Direct flight: A flight from one point to another without any stops between destinations
- Aisle seat: The seat closest to the aisle
- Window seat: The seat closest to the window
- Middle seat: The seat between the aisle and window
- Domestic flight: Flight within one country
- International flight: Flight to a different country
Phrases for North America
- Greetings: Hello, hi there, good morning, good afternoon, good evening
- Making a reservation: "hi there," "we have a reservation under [last name]," "table for two," "good morning," etc.
- Asking Questions: "Excuse me," "do you carry sunscreen," "pardon me."
- Ordering at a restaurant: "I'll have the stir fry with shrimp please," "hold the onions," "can you add pickles?" "can I have water please (tap water is fine)"
- Paying: "the check please," "the bill please," "where do I pay"
- Modifying orders: "no onions," "without onions," "with extra spice," "sauce on the side"
- Leaving a Restaurant: "can I have a to-go box please," "can you wrap this up," "check or bill please"
- Asking about services/information: "Do you have Wi-Fi," "What's the Wi-Fi password," "Can you put it in for me, please"
- Getting around: "Excuse me, do you know how to get to the Empire State Building?" "Which way is Central Park?" "Does this train go to Central Park?"
- Taking photos: "Excuse me, do you mind taking our picture?" "Excuse me, could you please take our picture?"
- Asking for bags/receipts: "Can you give me a bag please or "I need to buy a bag (please)"
Additional Phrases and Vocabulary
- Phrasal verbs, idioms, and expressions: Used for more natural, informal speech, not necessarily literal.
- Connected speech (Linking): Native speakers connect words together to blend sounds. This impacts pronunciation.
- Reductions and contractions: Shortened words, common in informal conversations.
- Merchandise (Merch): Products
- Fabulous (Fab): Excellent
- Headquarters (HQ): The main office of a company
- Tourist information: "Excuse me, are there any booths available," "Do you have any tables outside" / "Do you have any tables on the patio"
Travel Destinations and Activities
- Bucket list: A list of things to do before one dies
- Outdoorsy type: Loves nature, being outside, and rough experiences (hiking, camping)
- Traditional accommodation: Hotel
- Guided tour: A tour with a tour guide
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Description
Test your knowledge of essential travel vocabulary related to air travel. This quiz covers important terms such as airline, boarding pass, and customs, helping you familiarize yourself with the language of flying. Perfect for travelers or those studying aviation terminology.
