A request from your boss

Teacher: Yes, this Friday. But there’s something else. I was going to give you all a practice test.
Student: A practice test?
Teacher: Yes, to help people prepare for the mid-term exam.
Student: Ah. All right.
Teacher: Don’t worry, I can send you the practice test by email on Wednesday. Can you send it to me before Friday?
Student: Sure, no problem.
Teacher: And don’t forget to bring a certificate from the doctor to the office.
Student: Thanks, Ms Henderson! I’ll do that.
Teacher: You’re welcome, Diana. Take care.
Listening: A2

Transport announcements

Listen to some transport announcements to practise and improve your listening skills.

Before listening

Do the preparation task first. Then listen to the audio and do the exercises.

Preparation task

Match the definitions (1–8) with the words in bold letters in the sentences (a–h).

Definitions Sentences

1. 
   …… train
   
2. 
   …… a section of a train
   
3. 
   …… to leave
   
4. 
   …… to get on a plane, train or boat
   
5. 
   …… to end
   
6. 
   …… to be careful about
   
7. 
   …… more or less
   
8. 
   …… space
   
   1. 
      Move to the front of the carriage.
      
   2. 
      Approximately five minutes.
      
   3. 
      Your plane is boarding at Gate 1.
      
   4. 
      Your plane will depart soon.
      
   5. 
      Some rail services are delayed.
      
   6. 
      Mind where you walk.
      
   7. 
      There is a gap between the platform and the train.
      
   8. 
      This train terminates here.