Conversation(Intermediate Chapter 2)｜日常会話（中級２章）
Lesson24: Traffic and transportation　交通と乗り物

LESSON GOAL

Let’s check our lesson goal.
In this material, you will learn words that you can use when talking about traffic and transportation and express your opinions about specific topics.

PART A_1

Rearrange the letters of the word to complete each sentence. Read the meaning aloud and use it as a clue.
ANSWERS
  1. hazards
  2. regulation
  3. pedestrian

PART A_2

1. word:
A
H
Z
A
R
D
S
meaning: [noun ] something dangerous/unsafe
sentence: Be aware of the traffic ___________ when driving on a slippery road.
2. word:
R
E
G
A
U
L
T
I
O
N
meaning: [noun] policies
sentence: The people in the Metrovalle City have no regard to traffic __________.
3. word:
E
P
D
E
S
R
T
I
A
N
meaning: [noun] a person crossing the street
sentence: He almost hit the _________.

PART B_1

Let’s read the dialogue. I will be Sam and you will be Alice. Fill in the blanks with the correct responses.

PART B_2

I failed my driving and road tests earlier. I will retake my exams next week. What should I do?
Let’s see. How familiar are you in understanding street signs and traffic hazards?

Not quite. Actually, those are the main reasons why I didn’t pass. I don’t know much about them.
I see. Well, the golden rule is to watch out for cyclists and crossing pedestrians. You must also pay attention to the speed limit. Some roads are busier than others.

I’ll keep that in mind. Can you tell me more about other traffic regulations?
_________________________________________.

That’s a lot, but I’ll make sure to remember all of that. Do you think I’ll pass my driving and road tests next week?
__________. Don’t be so nervous. Just remember that it is mandatory to obey traffic rules whether you’re a pedestrian or a driver.

PART C_1

Read and take note of the important points in the article.

PART C_2

According to This Is Insider, an online news media company, Tokyo is the most populated city on Earth and has the busiest pedestrian crossings in the world. Every day, at least 3,000 people cross the famed Shibuya station. Despite being overly crowded, everyone is polite and disciplined in crossing the streets even when the traffic lights change every two minutes. It is also considered the home to one of Tokyo’s busiest train stations carrying more than 2.4 million passengers a day. Shibuya Station began operating in 1885. Shibuya has also made its way to Hollywood films like The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift and Resident Evil: Afterlife.

PART C_3

Please answer the questions about the article.

PART C_4

1. When did Shibuya Station first began its operations?
Answer:
2. Why do you think Shibuya is the busiest pedestrian crossing in the world?
Answer:
3. Road accidents happen more often in bigger pedestrian crossings than smaller ones. Do you agree or disagree?
Answer:
4. What do you think will happen if the train operations stopped for a day?
Answer:

PART D_1

In your own understanding, please explain the meaning of the following quotations.

PART D_2

1. “The driver on the highway is safe not when he reads the signs, but when he obeys them.” – Aiden Wilson Tozer
Answer:
2. “Take it easy on driving. The life you save may be mine.” – James Dean
Answer:

PART E_1

Let’s talk. Please answer my questions.

PART E_2

1. What would you do if you suddenly saw a road accident and you were the only person in the area?
Answer:
2. Do you prefer driving your own car or commuting by public transportation?
Answer:
3. Aside from paying fines, what other measures can you think of to punish reckless drivers?
Answer:
4. What can you suggest to other countries who have heavy traffic loads?
Answer:
5. Some people say that the elderly, pregnant women and persons with disability should not go out without a company. Do you agree or disagree?
Answer:

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)
Grammar
文法		 Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語		 Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR		 文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR		 文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.
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