Practice English Reading Exercises for B1 – Cruises, Boats & Water Transport 5

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Reading 1

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find solar-powered eco-boats for an eco tour.

There are descriptions of eight boat trips.

Decide which boat trip would be the most suitable for the people below.

1   Laura wants a quiet trip where no engine noise disturbs the peace. She is desperate to avoid air or water pollution and wants to journey through wild nature reserves to see rare birds.

2   Tom and his friends want a peaceful ride with silent engines to chat easily. They care about protecting nature from fuel damage and require a tour that includes an organic local lunch.

3   The Green family want to take their children to look at protected wildlife parks. They refuse to travel on boats that produce dirty smoke and require extra-cheap tickets for a family budget.

4   David loves photographing wild environments and animals away from cities. He needs a vessel with a completely quiet motor to avoid scaring animals and wants to cook his own food on board.

5   Emma is a student looking for a low-cost eco tour. She wants a clean trip that does not damage the air or water with dirty fuel and prefers an evening cruise under the stars.

Solar-Powered Eco-Boats

A Quiet Wildlife Journey

Our modern vessels rely completely on clean sun energy, ensuring we leave zero pollution in the atmosphere or sea. The electric motors create an entirely silent experience as we glide slowly through spectacular protected nature reserves. It is the perfect opportunity to photograph rare water birds and untouched forests in peace.

B Green Valley Cruises

We provide a highly peaceful environment because our sun-powered engines are completely silent. You can glide smoothly down the river while protecting nature from oils and smoke. Halfway through the tour, our crew serves a marvelous midday meal made entirely from organic vegetables grown by local farmers.

C Eco-Family Adventure

Take your children on a wonderful journey to discover our beautiful national wildlife parks. Our modern boats create no dirty fuel emissions or smoke, keeping the environment pristine. We offer the most affordable entry rates in the region, with special low-cost group passes for parents traveling with kids.

D Subterranean Wilderness

This thrilling morning tour takes you deep inside protected coastal caves where rare bats live. We use clean energy panels to power our completely silent engine, so we never disturb the local ecosystem. Please note that entry is limited to adults only, and we do not provide any food.

E Sunset Clean Cruise

We offer excellent, budget-friendly ticket prices for travelers trying to save money. Our vessels run entirely on clean battery power, ensuring our water journeys cause zero pollution to the air or ocean. Enjoy a romantic late-night voyage watching the moon and beautiful stars reflect on the dark water.

F Photography & Sun Tracks

Wander deep into untouched forests and wetlands, far away from busy towns, to capture unforgettable photographs of animals. Our advanced electric motors are completely silent, meaning you can get close to creatures without scaring them. Guests have full access to our on-board kitchen facilities to prepare their own hot meals.

G Ocean Breeze Days

Our massive vessels feature wide sun panels that keep our electric motors running perfectly all day long. Travelers can enjoy a high-quality lunch buffet prepared by our on-board chef. Please note that our routes strictly follow the deep open ocean currents and do not stop at any nature reserves or bird sanctuaries.

H Clean Energy Explorer

We feature small micro-boats that guests can hire to drive themselves around the bay. Our pro shop rents out clean solar batteries that are cheap and highly efficient. However, because these small boats are very lightweight, they are legally forbidden from entering the rough waters of the local nature reserves.

Reading 2

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find a budget party cruise for young adults.

There are descriptions of eight youth cruises.

Decide which cruise would be the most suitable for the people below.

1   Mark and his friends want to dance to electronic music mixed by a DJ. They have very little money, so tickets must be extremely cheap. They also want to eat as much as they like from a buffet.

2   Sarah wants to celebrate her birthday listening to a live rock band. She wants a formal evening where waiters serve a hot meal to her table. She also hopes to dance outside in the fresh air.

3   Leo is looking for a cheap ticket because he is a student. He wants to listen to R&B and hip-hop music. To save more money, he needs a boat that allows him to bring his own food.

4   Mia loves dancing to classic pop songs from the 80s and 90s. She does not eat meat, so she needs a completely vegetarian menu. She also wants a boat that has a swimming pool on board.

5   David wants to relax with his friends, listening to calm, acoustic guitar music. He wants to buy hot snacks on the boat when he gets hungry. He specifically wants to sail while the sun is going down.

Youth Party Cruises

A Neon Waves

This is the perfect choice for young people watching their wallets! Our low prices make it the most affordable trip in the city. A professional record spinner plays the latest dance tracks all night. When you get hungry, just help yourself to endless hot and cold dishes from our self-service tables.

B The Star Cruiser

Dress up for a special night on the water! You will sit down and relax while our friendly staff bring three delicious courses directly to you. After dessert, head up to the roof to dance under the night sky, while our fantastic group of musicians plays your favourite loud rock songs.

C Urban Rhythm Boat

Experience the best urban beats and rap tunes on our fantastic party ship. It is a fantastic option for careful spenders, with some of the lowest entry prices available. We do not sell any meals on board, but guests are completely welcome to carry their own sandwiches and snacks in their bags.

D Retro Splash

Get ready to jump in the water! Our fantastic ship features a large area for swimming and splashing. The speakers will play all your favourite historical pop hits from thirty years ago. Furthermore, our kitchen proudly serves a completely plant-based menu, ensuring there is absolutely no meat in any dish.

E Golden Hour Sail

Join us during the late afternoon to admire the spectacular orange and pink sky as daylight disappears. It is a peaceful journey, featuring a musician playing soft, relaxing melodies on a wooden instrument. If you feel empty, you can easily purchase warm slices of pizza and burgers from our small kitchen.

F Luxury Dance Cruise

Enjoy the ultimate premium party experience! Our famous electronic music expert mixes the best club tracks to keep you moving. You can fill your plate as many times as you want at our massive self-serve food stations. However, this is a highly exclusive event, and our tickets cost a lot of money!

G Rock The Boat

Feel the wind in your hair as you jump around on our open-roof deck! We feature a fantastic live group with electric guitars and drums. Instead of waiting for waiters, guests can simply walk up and take whatever they want from our massive self-service food tables whenever they feel hungry.

H Nostalgia Seas

Travel back in time as we play the biggest and brightest pop hits from the 1980s! We offer fantastic, budget-friendly entry fees that will not empty your pockets. To help you save even more cash, there is no restaurant, so everyone must pack and bring their own personal picnic boxes.

Reading 3

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find a submarine tour.

There are descriptions of eight underwater trips.

Decide which underwater trip would be the most suitable for the people below.

1   Leo wants to explore the ocean after dark. He needs a tour that dives extremely deep into the water. He also wants to listen to an expert talk about ocean life during the trip.

2   Traveling with her three-year-old child, Maya needs a very short journey under an hour. She hates small spaces, so the vessel must feel wide and open inside. Finally, she wants to see colorful coral reefs.

3   Sam loves taking pictures and wants his own small individual window to get the best shots. He has a very strict, low budget. He also wants to see the remains of old sunken ships.

4   The Patel family wants a long, full-day excursion. Because the grandfather has bad knees, the boat must be easy to enter without climbing ladders. They want a delicious hot meal served during the trip.

5   Chloe wants to rent a small vessel just for her and her friends. She needs a guide who can speak fluent Spanish. She hopes to spot big sea creatures like sharks or dolphins on the tour.

Submarine Tours

A Midnight Deep

Discover the ocean at 10 p.m.! Our advanced vessel goes further down into the dark waters than any other tour. During the dive, our professional scientists will explain everything about the fascinating fish you see outside. It is an incredible educational adventure for evening explorers who want to learn about nature.

B Reef Cruiser

Perfect for easily bored toddlers, this quick 40-minute ride is a fantastic choice. If you dislike closed environments, you will love our bright, roomy cabin with huge glass walls. You won’t go far down, but you will definitely glide past bright pink and blue underwater plants and magnificent tropical sea life.

C Sunken Secrets

We offer the most affordable tickets in the harbor for budget travellers. Every passenger gets their own tiny circular glass hole to observe the sea, making it excellent for dedicated photographers. We will take you straight to the bottom to look at ancient, broken wooden boats that crashed centuries ago.

D Ocean Explorer

This fantastic eight-hour journey gives you plenty of time under the waves. Our submarine features a completely flat entrance ramp, meaning that older guests or wheelchair users can board comfortably. While watching the ocean, guests can enjoy freshly cooked warm dishes prepared directly on board by our fantastic culinary team.

E Exclusive Blue

You can safely hire this entire mini-submarine exclusively for your personal group, ensuring total privacy during your vacation. Our friendly captain is completely bilingual in English and Spanish, so everyone will understand the tour. Prepare to come face-to-face with massive ocean predators like rare sharks and rays through the glass!

F Crystal Waters

Do you hate tiny, cramped spaces? Our incredible vessel is enormous, offering a comfortable, wide-open atmosphere. We will confidently take you to see the most beautiful, brightly colored coral environments in the region. However, this is a comprehensive seven-hour excursion, so we recommend leaving young children who can’t sit still at home.

G History Hunter

Are you fascinated by maritime history? Our incredibly cheap underwater trip visits the famous remains of a sunken 18th-century pirate ship. Instead of tiny, individual viewing holes, our modern boat features giant, wall-to-wall glass panels. This means that up to fifty people can all look out at exactly the same time.

H Predator Dive

Book this tiny vessel just for your family to enjoy an exclusive, highly private underwater adventure. We guarantee you will spot giant ocean animals, including playful dolphins and majestic whales! Please note that our highly experienced pilot only speaks French and Italian, so non-speakers might miss some interesting local facts.

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