Contents 目录
Reading 阅读
Questions 题目
Vocabulary 词汇
Useful Structures 常用结构
Comprehension Questions 阅读理解问题
Reading 阅读
How People Travel to Work
Every day, millions of people travel from their homes to their workplaces. Some people live close to work, while others need to travel long distances. The way people travel depends on several factors, including where they live, how much money they can spend, and what transport services are available. Common methods of travelling to work include driving, taking public transport, cycling, and walking.
Driving is a popular choice for people who own cars. One advantage of driving is that people can decide when to leave home and which route to take. They can also travel directly to their workplace without changing between different types of transport. However, driving can be expensive because drivers need to pay for fuel, parking, and vehicle maintenance. In busy cities, traffic congestion can also make journeys longer and more stressful.
Public transport is another common way of travelling to work. Buses, trains, and underground systems can carry large numbers of passengers every day. For many people, public transport is cheaper than owning and using a car. Passengers can also spend their journey reading, listening to music, or relaxing instead of concentrating on driving. However, buses and trains sometimes become crowded during rush hour, and delays can make people late for work.
Some people choose to cycle to work, especially when their workplace is not too far from home. Cycling can help people stay physically active while reducing their transport costs. It also produces no direct air pollution during the journey. However, cycling is not suitable for everyone. Bad weather, busy roads, and a lack of safe cycling routes can make travelling by bicycle difficult or dangerous.
Walking is another option for people who live near their workplaces. It costs nothing and allows people to get some exercise before and after work. Walking also gives people an opportunity to enjoy their surroundings. However, it may not be practical for those who live several kilometres away from work or need to carry heavy equipment.
In recent years, working from home has become more common in some industries. Employees who work remotely do not need to travel to an office every day. This can save both time and money. It may also reduce the number of vehicles on the roads during busy periods. However, not every job can be done from home. People working in hospitals, restaurants, factories, and many other workplaces usually need to be physically present.
There is no single best way for everyone to travel to work. Each method has advantages and disadvantages, and the most suitable choice depends on individual circumstances. As cities continue to develop, improving public transport and creating safer walking and cycling routes may give people more choices. Whatever method people use, travelling safely and arriving at work on time remain important.
Questions 题目
Questions 1–5
Do the following statements agree with the information given in the passage?
Write:
TRUE if the statement agrees with the information
FALSE if the statement contradicts the information
NOT GIVEN if there is no information about this
1. The way people travel to work can depend on where they live and how much money they can spend.
2. People who drive to work must always change between different types of transport.
3. Public transport can be cheaper than owning and using a car.
4. Cycling to work is suitable for everyone, regardless of the weather or road conditions.
5. Most people who work from home are employed by technology companies.
Questions 6–9
Choose the correct answer, A, B, C or D.
6. What is one disadvantage of driving to work?
A. Drivers cannot choose when to leave home.
B. Drivers must use public transport for part of the journey.
C. Drivers need to pay for fuel and vehicle maintenance.
D. Drivers cannot travel directly to their workplaces.
7. What can passengers do while travelling on public transport?
A. Repair their vehicles.
B. Read or listen to music.
C. Choose the route taken by the train.
D. Avoid all transport delays.
8. Why might cycling to work be difficult for some people?
A. Bicycles always cost more than cars.
B. Cycling produces large amounts of air pollution.
C. Cyclists are not allowed to use city roads.
D. Some areas do not have safe cycling routes.
9. What is one advantage of working from home?
A. Employees can save time and money on travelling.
B. Employees never need to communicate with colleagues.
C. Every type of job can be completed remotely.
D. Employees can avoid all work-related responsibilities.
Questions 10–13
Complete the sentences below.
Choose NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS from the passage for each answer.
10. In busy cities, traffic ______ can make journeys longer and more stressful.
11. Buses and trains may become crowded during ______.
12. Walking to work may not be practical for people who need to carry ______.
13. People working in hospitals, restaurants, and factories usually need to be ______.
Vocabulary 词汇
| workplace | /ˈwərkpleɪs/ | 工作场所 |
| distance | /ˈdɪstəns/ | 距离 |
| factor | /ˈfæktər/ | 因素 |
| available | /əˈveɪləbl/ | 可获得的；可用的 |
| transport | /ˈtrænspɔrt/ | 交通运输 |
| vehicle | /ˈviəkl/ | 车辆 |
| maintenance | /ˈmeɪntənəns/ | 维护；保养 |
| congestion | /kənˈdʒɛstʃən/ | 拥堵 |
| stressful | /ˈstrɛsfəl/ | 令人有压力的 |
| passenger | /ˈpæsəndʒər/ | 乘客 |
| concentrate | /ˈkɑnsənˌtreɪt/ | 集中注意力 |
| crowded | /ˈkraʊdɪd/ | 拥挤的 |
| delay | /dɪˈleɪ/ | 延误；耽搁 |
| reduce | /rɪˈdus/ | 减少 |
| pollution | /pəˈluʃən/ | 污染 |
| suitable | /ˈsutəbl/ | 合适的 |
| practical | /ˈpræktɪkl/ | 实际的；切实可行的 |
| equipment | /ɪˈkwɪpmənt/ | 设备；器材 |
| remotely | /rɪˈmoʊtli/ | 远程地 |
| circumstance | /ˈsərkəmstæns/ | 情况；条件 |
Useful Structures 常用结构
depend on something 取决于某事物
The way people travel depends on several factors.
人们的出行方式取决于多种因素。
include doing something 包括做某事
Common methods of travelling to work include driving, taking public transport, cycling, and walking.
常见的通勤方式包括开车、乘坐公共交通工具、骑自行车和步行。
decide when to do something 决定什么时候做某事
People can decide when to leave home.
人们可以决定什么时候出门。
need to do something 需要做某事
Drivers need to pay for fuel, parking, and vehicle maintenance.
司机需要支付燃油费、停车费和车辆保养费。
spend time doing something 花时间做某事
Passengers can spend their journey reading, listening to music, or relaxing.
乘客可以在旅途中看书、听音乐或休息。
instead of doing something 而不是做某事
Passengers can relax instead of concentrating on driving.
乘客可以放松休息，而不必集中注意力开车。
help someone do something 帮助某人做某事
Cycling can help people stay physically active.
骑自行车可以帮助人们保持身体活跃。
be suitable for someone 适合某人
However, cycling is not suitable for everyone.
然而，骑自行车并不适合所有人。
give someone an opportunity to do something 给某人做某事的机会
Walking also gives people an opportunity to enjoy their surroundings.
步行也让人们有机会欣赏周围的环境。
become more common 变得更加普遍
In recent years, working from home has become more common in some industries.
近年来，居家办公在一些行业变得更加普遍。
save time and money 节省时间和金钱
Working from home can save both time and money.
居家办公既可以节省时间，也可以节省金钱。
remain important 仍然很重要
Whatever method people use, travelling safely and arriving at work on time remain important.
无论人们采用哪种出行方式，安全出行和准时到达工作地点仍然很重要。
Comprehension Questions 阅读理解问题
How People Travel to Work
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Every day, millions of people travel from their homes to their workplaces. Some people live close to work, while others need to travel long distances. The way people travel depends on several factors, including where they live, how much money they can spend, and what transport services are available. Common methods of travelling to work include driving, taking public transport, cycling, and walking.
1. What factors affect the way people travel to work?
The way people travel to work depends on where they live, how much money they can spend, and what transport services are available.
人们的通勤方式取决于他们住在哪里、能够花多少钱，以及有哪些交通服务可供选择。
2. What are some common ways of travelling to work?
Common ways of travelling to work include driving, taking public transport, cycling, and walking.
常见的通勤方式包括开车、乘坐公共交通工具、骑自行车和步行。
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Driving is a popular choice for people who own cars. One advantage of driving is that people can decide when to leave home and which route to take. They can also travel directly to their workplace without changing between different types of transport. However, driving can be expensive because drivers need to pay for fuel, parking, and vehicle maintenance. In busy cities, traffic congestion can also make journeys longer and more stressful.
1. What are the advantages of driving to work?
People can decide when to leave home and which route to take. They can also travel directly to their workplace without changing between different types of transport.
人们可以自行决定什么时候出门以及走哪条路线。他们还可以直接开车到工作地点，而不需要换乘不同的交通工具。
2. What are the disadvantages of driving to work?
Driving can be expensive because drivers need to pay for fuel, parking, and vehicle maintenance. Traffic congestion can also make journeys longer and more stressful.
开车上班可能比较花钱，因为司机需要支付燃油费、停车费和车辆保养费。交通拥堵还可能让通勤时间变长，并增加出行压力。
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Public transport is another common way of travelling to work. Buses, trains, and underground systems can carry large numbers of passengers every day. For many people, public transport is cheaper than owning and using a car. Passengers can also spend their journey reading, listening to music, or relaxing instead of concentrating on driving. However, buses and trains sometimes become crowded during rush hour, and delays can make people late for work.
1. What are the advantages of taking public transport to work?
Public transport is often cheaper than owning and using a car. Passengers can also read, listen to music, or relax during their journey.
乘坐公共交通工具通常比拥有和使用私家车更省钱。乘客还可以在途中看书、听音乐或休息。
2. What are the disadvantages of taking public transport to work?
Buses and trains can become crowded during rush hour, and delays can make people late for work.
公交车和火车在高峰时段可能会变得非常拥挤，而且交通延误可能导致人们上班迟到。
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Some people choose to cycle to work, especially when their workplace is not too far from home. Cycling can help people stay physically active while reducing their transport costs. It also produces no direct air pollution during the journey. However, cycling is not suitable for everyone. Bad weather, busy roads, and a lack of safe cycling routes can make travelling by bicycle difficult or dangerous.
1. What are the advantages of cycling to work?
Cycling can help people stay physically active, reduce their transport costs, and avoid producing direct air pollution.
骑自行车上班可以帮助人们保持身体活跃、降低交通费用，而且不会直接产生空气污染。
2. What can make cycling to work difficult or dangerous?
Bad weather, busy roads, and a lack of safe cycling routes can make cycling to work difficult or dangerous.
恶劣的天气、繁忙的道路以及缺乏安全的自行车道，都可能让骑自行车上班变得困难或危险。
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Walking is another option for people who live near their workplaces. It costs nothing and allows people to get some exercise before and after work. Walking also gives people an opportunity to enjoy their surroundings. However, it may not be practical for those who live several kilometres away from work or need to carry heavy equipment.
1. What are the advantages of walking to work?
Walking to work costs nothing, allows people to get some exercise, and gives them an opportunity to enjoy their surroundings.
步行上班不需要花钱，可以让人们得到一些锻炼，还能让他们有机会欣赏周围的环境。
2. Why might walking to work not be practical for some people?
Walking to work may not be practical for people who live several kilometres away from work or need to carry heavy equipment.
对于那些住处距离工作地点好几公里，或者需要携带沉重设备的人来说，步行上班可能不太现实。
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In recent years, working from home has become more common in some industries. Employees who work remotely do not need to travel to an office every day. This can save both time and money. It may also reduce the number of vehicles on the roads during busy periods. However, not every job can be done from home. People working in hospitals, restaurants, factories, and many other workplaces usually need to be physically present.
1. What are the advantages of working from home?
Working from home can save people time and money. It may also reduce the number of vehicles on the roads during busy periods.
居家办公可以帮助人们节省时间和金钱，还可能减少交通高峰时段道路上的车辆数量。
2. Why can’t everyone work from home?
Not every job can be done from home because people working in hospitals, restaurants, factories, and many other workplaces usually need to be physically present.
并不是所有工作都能在家完成，因为在医院、餐厅、工厂以及许多其他工作场所工作的人通常需要亲自到岗。
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There is no single best way for everyone to travel to work. Each method has advantages and disadvantages, and the most suitable choice depends on individual circumstances. As cities continue to develop, improving public transport and creating safer walking and cycling routes may give people more choices. Whatever method people use, travelling safely and arriving at work on time remain important.
1. Why is there no single best way for everyone to travel to work?
There is no single best way because each method has advantages and disadvantages, and the most suitable choice depends on individual circumstances.
没有一种通勤方式适合所有人，因为每种方式都有优点和缺点，而最合适的选择取决于个人的具体情况。
2. How can cities give people more choices for travelling to work?
Cities can give people more choices by improving public transport and creating safer walking and cycling routes.
城市可以通过改善公共交通以及建设更安全的步行和自行车道，为人们提供更多通勤选择。