CAN YOU READ AN AIR TICKET ?

Name :Form :Date :

EXAMINE THE FOLLOWING TICKET CAREFULLY AND ANSWER THE QUESTIONS.

Full sentences, of course ! (  : too easy,  : medium,  : horribly hard)

  1. What is the name of the passenger ? 
  1. What is the name of the air carrier ? 
  2. How much does the ticket cost ? 
  3. When was the ticket issued ? 
  4. Where was it issued ? 
  5. What kind of payment was used to pay for the ticket ? 
  6. Are there any taxes to be paid on the ticket ? If any, how much ? 
  7. Can the passenger use this ticket on another air company ? 
  8. Can the passenger be paid back if he does not use the ticket ? 
  9. Can the passenger give his ticket to someone else ? 
  10. What is the booking reference ? 
  11. Is the ticket subjected to certain conditions ? 
  12. How many pieces of luggage did the passenger check in ? 
  13. How much did they weigh (peser, a weight : un poids) ? 
  14. Is it a return ticket ? (Does the passenger fly back to where he started from ?) 
  15. Does the plane take off from Roissy or Orly airport ? 
  16. Is the passenger on a waiting list for any of the flights ? 
  17. How many flights does the present coupon include ? 
  18. Are all the flights on the same fare basis (base tarifaire)? 
  19. Does the passenger have to leave on a particular date ? 

notions and functions

Name :Form :Date :

1. Identify the right notion in the following sentences noted at airports or on air tickets.

2. Translate the sentences.

Permission / Ban (interdiction) / Likelihood (probabilité)
Obligation / Advice / Lack of obligation
Purpose / Request / Possibility (éventualité)
sentence / notion
  1. Passengers must not carry more than one piece of hand baggage.

  1. Passengers are allowed one piece of hand baggage up to 8kg.

  1. During the flight, hand baggage might move in the bins.

  1. Luggage bigger than indicated is forbidden on all flights.

  1. Passengers can place their hand baggage either under or above their seats.

  1. The effects of alcohol are likely to be stronger during the flight.

  1. Drinking alcohol is banned on board except when offered by attendants.

  1. Flight attendants are not allowed to serve alcohol to under 18's.

  1. Passengers may be required to fasten their seat belts in severe flying conditions.

  1. Additional protection can usually be obtained from insurance companies.

  1. Federal rules require baggage liability to be at least $1250 per passenger.

  1. TWA may not be held responsible for jewelry, cash, camera equipment ...

  1. Further information may be obtained from the carrier.

  1. Passengers in transit need not fill disembarkation cards.

  1. Passengers should never accept to carry anyone else's luggage.

  1. New methods of organising air traffic will have to be found.

  1. The Sheraton hotel complex is designed to receive tourists and businessmen.

  1. In order to ensure more efficient service, please confirm your original bookings.

  1. Reservations are obtainable through our Travel Agent.

  1. When you arrive, kindly advise TWA of your address and phone number.

  1. Employees at counters are at your disposal to make your connection easier.

  1. Please accept our apologies for any unavailable item.

  1. Programs aresubject to revision after publication.

  1. It is, therefore, advisable to take extra precautions.

  1. When travelling, you will find that some health requirements are mandatory.

  1. You need to put your seat up right before landing.

  1. We think our passengers have a right to feel secure.

  1. We offer a number of facilities aimed at avoiding delays on arrival.

  1. Current regulations forbid duty-free sales on some flights.

  1. International rules may not always permit us to satisfy your wishes.

Air TicketPage 1Francis David