1.

VOCABULARY

2.READING
COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS

Look at the EXERCISE 3. READING. Based on the information in the Reading,

check the statements that are true. Correct the statements that are false.
1. Some people don’t show up for their flights.

True
Airlines do not have to do anything for passengers when they get bumped.
2.
Have to provide displaced passengers with cash, free flights, hotels and /or meals to
compensate them for their inconveniences.
3. Many people choose flights that will probably be overbooked.

True
4. Edward Carter did not follow the directions on his GPS.

He did follow the GPS instruction.

5. Mr. Carter’s car was damaged.

True
6. Mr. Carter was seriously hurt.
No one was hurt

CRITICAL THINKING

Based on the information in the Reading, do you agree with the following statements? Explain
your reasons.
1. Airlines overbook flights for a reason.

Overbooking helps limit the number of empty seats on their flights.

2. Mr. Carter’s accident was not serious.

In that accident there were no deaths or injuries.

3. You should always follow your GPS instructions.

Not much since if you pay more attention ti the GPS it can cause or
have an accuser.