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Lesson Objectives
- Students will be able to describe the process of boarding a plane using appropriate vocabulary.
- Students will understand airport security rules regarding carry-on luggage and restricted items.
- Students will develop reading comprehension skills through short questions and multiple-choice exercises.
- Students will enrich their vocabulary with words related to air travel and airport procedures.
- Students will practice using correct forms of words through prefix and suffix exercises.
- Students will be able to complete fill-in-the-blank activities to reinforce understanding of the lesson context.
Unit 6: Lesson 5: Announcements on Board
Ladies and gentlemen, welcome on board Flight BG88 to Bangkok. We are currently third in line for take-off and are expected to be in the air in approximately seven minutes.
Please fasten your seat belt and secure all baggage under your seat or in the overhead compartments.
Keep your seats and table trays in upright position for take-off.
Please turn off all personal electronic devices, including laptops and cellphones.
This is a non-smoking flight. Smoking in the lavatory is prohibited.
Thank you for choosing Bangladesh Biman. Enjoy your flight.
Vocabulary List
| Word | Word | Word |
|---|---|---|
| Announcement | Compartment | Approximately |
| Secure | Upright | Lavatory |
| Electronic | Device | Expected |
| Take-off | Fasten | Prohibited |
Multiple Choice Questions
- What is the destination of Flight BG88?
- a) Dhaka
- b) Bangkok
- c) Singapore
- d) Kuala Lumpur
- How long is the wait expected to be before take-off?
- a) Approximately seven minutes
- b) Five minutes
- c) Ten minutes
- d) Fifteen minutes
- Where should passengers place their baggage?
- a) On their lap
- b) Under another passenger’s seat
- c) In the aisle
- d) Under their seat or in the overhead compartments
- What should be turned off before take-off?
- a) Reading lights
- b) Personal electronic devices
- c) In-flight entertainment
- d) Fans
- What is prohibited on this flight?
- a) Drinking water
- b) Talking loudly
- c) Smoking
- d) Reading books
- Why must tray tables be upright during take-off?
- a) For comfort
- b) For meal service
- c) For safety
- d) To store books
- What airline is operating Flight BG88?
- a) Thai Airways
- b) Emirates
- c) Singapore Airlines
- d) Bangladesh Biman
Short Questions
- What is the flight number mentioned in the announcement?
- What is the destination of Flight BG88?
- How many minutes are expected before take-off?
- Where should passengers keep their baggage during take-off?
- What devices must be turned off before take-off?
- What is strictly prohibited on this flight?
- Why must tray tables be in an upright position?
Fill in the Blanks
Ladies and gentlemen, welcome on board Flight __________ to Bangkok. We are currently __________ in line for take-off and are expected to be in the air in approximately __________ minutes. Please fasten your seat belt and secure all __________ under your seat or in the overhead __________. Keep your seats and table __________ in upright position for take-off. Please turn off all personal electronic __________, including laptops and cellphones. This is a __________-smoking flight. Smoking in the __________ is prohibited.
Suffix and Prefix Exercise
The flight crew gave a __________ (care) announcement. Passengers were asked to sit __________ (quiet) and keep their seats in an __________ (right) position. It is __________ (law) to smoke in the lavatory. The __________ (secure) of all passengers is very important. Electronic devices must be turned off for __________ (safe) reasons. The captain sounded confident while giving instructions.
Answers
Word Details
| Word | Definition | Example Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| Announcement (Noun) | A public or formal notice giving information | Bengali: ঘোষণা | IPA: /əˈnaʊnsmənt/ | The flight announcement informed passengers about take-off. |
| Compartment (Noun) | A separate section, often in luggage or overhead storage | Bengali: খণ্ড | IPA: /kəmˈpɑːtmənt/ | Put your bags in the overhead compartment above your seat. |
| Approximately (Adverb) | Nearly; about; around a certain amount | Bengali: আনুমানিক | IPA: /əˈprɒksɪmətli/ | The flight will take off in approximately seven minutes. |
| Secure (Verb) | To fasten or fix something firmly | Bengali: সুরক্ষিত করা | IPA: /sɪˈkjʊə(r)/ | Please secure all baggage under your seat. |
| Upright (Adjective) | In a vertical or straight position | Bengali: সোজা | IPA: /ˈʌpraɪt/ | Keep your seat in the upright position for take-off. |
| Lavatory (Noun) | A toilet or washroom, especially on an aircraft | Bengali: শৌচাগার | IPA: /ˈlævətəri/ | Smoking in the lavatory is strictly prohibited. |
| Electronic (Adjective) | Using electricity to function; involving computers or gadgets | Bengali: বৈদ্যুতিন | IPA: /ɪˌlekˈtrɒnɪk/ | Turn off all personal electronic devices before take-off. |
| Device (Noun) | A gadget or tool designed for a purpose | Bengali: যন্ত্র | IPA: /dɪˈvaɪs/ | Please switch off all electronic devices during the flight. |
| Expected (Adjective) | Likely to happen or anticipated | Bengali: প্রত্যাশিত | IPA: /ɪkˈspektɪd/ | The flight is expected to be in the air shortly. |
| Take-off (Noun) | The moment an aircraft leaves the ground | Bengali: উড্ডয়ন | IPA: /ˈteɪk.ɒf/ | We are currently third in line for take-off. |
| Fasten (Verb) | To close or attach securely | Bengali: বাঁধা | IPA: /ˈfɑːsn/ | Fasten your seat belt for safety. |
| Prohibited (Adjective) | Not allowed by law or rules | Bengali: নিষিদ্ধ | IPA: /prəˈhɪbɪtɪd/ | Smoking in the lavatory is prohibited. |
Multiple Choice Questions
- What is the destination of Flight BG88?
- a) Dhaka
- b) Bangkok ✅
- c) Singapore
- d) Kuala Lumpur
- How long is the wait expected to be before take-off?
- a) Approximately seven minutes ✅
- b) Five minutes
- c) Ten minutes
- d) Fifteen minutes
- Where should passengers place their baggage?
- a) On their lap
- b) Under another passenger’s seat
- c) In the aisle
- d) Under their seat or in the overhead compartments ✅
- What should be turned off before take-off?
- a) Reading lights
- b) Personal electronic devices ✅
- c) In-flight entertainment
- d) Fans
- What is prohibited on this flight?
- a) Drinking water
- b) Talking loudly
- c) Smoking ✅
- d) Reading books
- Why must tray tables be upright during take-off?
- a) For comfort
- b) For meal service
- c) For safety ✅
- d) To store books
- What airline is operating Flight BG88?
- a) Thai Airways
- b) Emirates
- c) Singapore Airlines
- d) Bangladesh Biman ✅
Short Questions with Answers
-
What is the flight number mentioned in the announcement?
The flight number mentioned is BG88. -
What is the destination of Flight BG88?
The destination of Flight BG88 is Bangkok. -
How many minutes are expected before take-off?
The flight is expected to take off in approximately seven minutes. -
Where should passengers keep their baggage during take-off?
Passengers should keep their baggage under their seat or in the overhead compartments. -
What devices must be turned off before take-off?
All personal electronic devices, including laptops and cellphones, must be turned off. -
What is strictly prohibited on this flight?
Smoking, especially in the lavatory, is strictly prohibited. -
Why must tray tables be in an upright position?
Tray tables must be in an upright position for safety during take-off.
Fill in the Blanks - Answer Key
Ladies and gentlemen, welcome on board Flight BG88 to Bangkok. We are currently third in line for take-off and are expected to be in the air in approximately seven minutes. Please fasten your seat belt and secure all baggage under your seat or in the overhead compartments. Keep your seats and table trays in upright position for take-off. Please turn off all personal electronic devices, including laptops and cellphones. This is a non-smoking flight. Smoking in the lavatory is prohibited.
Suffix and Prefix Answer
The flight crew gave a careful announcement. Passengers were asked to sit quietly and keep their seats in an upright position. It is unlawful to smoke in the lavatory. The security of all passengers is very important. Electronic devices must be turned off for safety reasons. The captain sounded confident while giving
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