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ELC7 - Vocabulary for Using Public Transportation in Canada

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What does the term 'fare' refer to in the context of public transportation?

A raised level surface on a railway station
A voucher to enter a venue
A ticket allowing multiple uses of public transportation
The fee paid by a passenger for the use of public transportation (correct)

What does a 'pass' enable someone to do in the context of public transportation?

Purchase a round-trip ticket
Enter or exit trains at a railway station
Find exact fare for the bus ride
Travel on public transportation multiple times or for a set period of time without paying each time (correct)

What is the purpose of a 'ticket' in relation to public transportation?

To avoid the hassle of purchasing another round-trip ticket
To calculate the fare based on distance traveled
To enter a venue or travel on public transport (correct)
To purchase a day pass for public transport options

What is the function of a 'platform' at a railway station?

To allow passengers to enter or exit trains (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to a piece of paper or electronic voucher that entitles the holder to travel on public transport or enter a venue?

Ticket (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is an example usage of a 'fare'?

Rummaging through a purse to find exact fare for the bus ride (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does a 'pass' provide an individual in terms of public transportation?

The ability to travel multiple times without paying each time (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'commuter' refer to?

A person who travels a long distance to work on a regular basis (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'mind the gap' mean in the context of public transport?

It refers to being cautious of the gap between the train door and the station platform (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'transit' mean in the context of public transportation?

The movement of people, goods, or materials from one place to another (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'frequent'?

Occurring or done on many occasions or in quick succession (B) Signup and view all the answers

How can 'schedule' be defined according to the audio?

A plan for carrying out a process or procedure, giving lists of intended events and times (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'suburban' refer to?

Pertaining to residential areas on the outskirts of a city (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by 'boarding' in the context of transportation?

The action of getting on a vehicle, such as a bus, train, or plane (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'route' in the context of public transportation?

A specific path or line of travel between starting and ending points (A) Signup and view all the answers

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