Practice English Reading Exercises for B1 – Train, Bus & Road Travel 2

Exercises:   123456

Reading 1

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find a city apartment to rent.

There are descriptions of eight apartments.

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

1   Liam and his friends want to drive a long distance without worrying about extra costs per kilometer. They have a lot of large luggage and need plenty of space for bags. They also require an in-car navigation system so they do not get lost.

2   Elena is planning a weekend road trip. She wants a small, eco-friendly car that is easy to park in busy town centers. She needs a built-in map display to find hotels easily and is traveling on a very small budget.

3   The Robinson family need a big vehicle to drive across the country for a whole month. They require a huge back area for their camping gear and want to drive as far as they like without limits.

4   Sven needs a rental car that includes an automated toll pass for driving on highways. He is driving a short distance but requires an automatic gearbox because he cannot drive manual cars, and wants premium leather seats.

5   Clara wants a vehicle with child safety seats included for her young toddlers. She needs to rent it from the airport terminal immediately after landing and requires full comprehensive insurance included in the price.

Vehicle Rentals

A The Grand Cruiser

Planning a huge journey? Our premium family cars let you explore without any limits on your distance, as we never charge for extra kilometers. These vehicles offer massive space at the back for your largest suitcases. Every rental comes with our latest dashboard digital map screen completely free of charge.

B City Smart Hatchback

This tiny electric vehicle is our cheapest option, perfect for travellers watching their wallets. It can fit into almost any tight parking space. The interior features a built-in touchscreen map system to guide you easily. Please note that the rear area is very small and only holds one small bag.

C The Overland SUV

Ideal for long outdoor family holidays, this giant vehicle has an enormous rear section that can easily hold tents, sleeping bags, and equipment. Renters can drive as many miles as they want because there are no distance restrictions at all. However, you must use your own smartphone for navigation.

D The Luxury Sedan

Travel in absolute style with our beautiful, heated leather seating. This vehicle features an effortless automatic transmission, meaning you do not have to change gears yourself. We also include an electronic highway pass on the window, so you can bypass long toll lines without stopping to pay.

E Family Express Hire

Pick up your keys right inside the arrivals hall as soon as you get off your plane. We provide clean safety chairs for young babies at no extra cost. For your peace of mind, our daily rates completely include full protection cover against accidents, so you have nothing to pay.

F The Explorer Estate

This spacious estate car is excellent for travelers with plenty of large bags, offering a wide, deep trunk section. It includes a modern electronic map display on the dashboard to help you find your destination. Please note that bookings are strictly limited to 100 kilometers per day, with high extra fees afterwards.

G The Budget Mini

Our lowest prices ever make this small vehicle an absolute bargain for young drivers. It is incredibly easy to drive and park on busy city streets. While it is perfect for saving money, there is no satellite navigation system or digital display screen, so you must bring your own paper maps.

H The Comfort Coupe

Enjoy a relaxing drive with an easy automatic gearbox and beautiful, soft leather seats throughout the vehicle. It is perfect for short weekend getaways. Please remember that drivers are fully responsible for paying all highway tolls with cash or their own credit cards at the station gates.

Reading 2

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find a motorbike to rent for a touring holiday.

There are descriptions of eight motorbike rental companies.

Decide which rental company would be the most suitable for the people below.

1   Anna needs to hire a bike that includes a protective safety hat. She requires hard metal cases attached to the motorbike to carry her clothes. She also wants a policy that fully pays for any damage if she crashes.

2   David is bringing his own headgear, so he hopes to get a cheaper rental price. He needs large storage boxes attached to carry his heavy camping equipment. To save money, he only wants the cheapest, most basic legal protection.

3   Maria and John are riding together, so they need two safety hats provided. Because they are wearing backpacks, they want a motorbike without any heavy storage boxes attached. They specifically need a policy that pays if the vehicle is stolen.

4   Lukas needs a rental that includes a safety hat with a clear plastic face screen. Instead of heavy hard boxes, he prefers soft side bags for his items. He also wants a policy that includes rescuing him if the engine breaks.

5 Sophie requires a brightly coloured safety hat so other drivers can see her. She needs a small, lockable box attached to the back for her camera. She wants an agreement where she pays absolutely nothing extra if there is an accident.

Motorbike Touring Rentals

A Road Kings

Enjoy your road trip with our premium touring motorcycles! Every rental comes with complimentary riding headgear. Your bike is fitted with strong aluminium panniers, perfect for keeping your garments dry. Best of all, our comprehensive financial plan covers one hundred percent of repair costs if you have an accident.

B Budget Riders

We offer fantastic, affordable motorbike rentals for serious travelers. If you bring your personal riding helmet, we will reduce your daily price! All our vehicles feature massive rear compartments, offering plenty of space for tents and sleeping bags. We automatically include simple, low-cost legal coverage to keep your expenses down.

C City Cruisers

Explore the busy streets on our lightweight motorcycles. We remove all the heavy side compartments, making our bikes narrow and easy to handle with backpacks. We happily supply a pair of crash helmets for you and your passenger. Furthermore, our security plan guarantees financial compensation if a criminal takes your vehicle.

D Freedom Wheels

Hit the road on our comfortable touring bikes! We provide excellent riding headgear featuring transparent shields to protect your eyes from the wind. Your items go into flexible canvas pouches rather than solid containers. Plus, our excellent guarantee includes a truck to collect you if your machine suffers mechanical failure.

E Safe Journeys

Your safety is our priority! We supply brilliant neon headgear to make sure you are highly visible on the road. Your motorcycle features a compact, secure top compartment, ideal for protecting valuable electronics. You also benefit from our premium damage waiver, meaning zero personal fees if a crash happens.

F Pro Touring Hire

Get ready for an epic journey! Our powerful motorbikes are equipped with huge, solid steel side containers, keeping all your possessions incredibly safe. Our premium plan takes care of all repair bills if you hit another vehicle. Please note that for hygiene reasons, customers must supply their own protective headgear.

G Urban Escape

Take a wonderful trip with a friend! We will happily lend you two protective riding hats at no extra charge. Our agreement includes excellent protection in case your motorcycle is stolen by thieves. Every bike comes fully fitted with massive, heavy metal side compartments to carry everything you need.

H Neon Riders

Stand out on the highway! We provide glowing yellow riding hats, ensuring maximum visibility in traffic. You won’t have to pay a single penny towards repairs if you are involved in a collision. For carrying things, we only offer open fabric nets, as our bikes cannot be fitted with secure containers.

Reading 3

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find a city tourist bus.

There are descriptions of eight tourist buses.

Decide which tourist bus would be the most suitable for the people below.

1   The Gomez family are visiting for two days and want to travel around over both days. They want to sit outside upstairs to take photos. As they don’t speak English well, they need information about the sights in different languages.

2   Marco and Anna want to see the city’s famous buildings lit up in the evening. They prefer listening to a real person talking about the history rather than a recording. They would also like to have dinner during the trip.

3   Clara only has one day to explore the city and wants a ticket that lasts for a full 24 hours. She is very interested in visiting art museums and would also love to join an organised walk with a guide.

4   David and his friends are studying at the university and have a limited budget, so they need cheaper tickets. They want to upload pictures online while travelling, and need buses that arrive at the stops very often.

5   Mr and Mrs Smith prefer travelling inside where it is comfortably cool. They are keen on visiting botanical gardens and beautiful green spaces. Mrs Smith uses a wheelchair, so the bus must be easy for her to get onto.

City Tourist Buses

A Culture Route Buses

This service drops you right outside the national art galleries and history exhibitions. Your pass works from morning till the exact same time the next day. Plus, show your receipt at the central square to enjoy a free sightseeing walk led by one of our friendly staff members.

B City Sights Explorer

Enjoy the beautiful sunshine and fresh air from the upper level of our buses, which have no roof! Your pass remains active for a full weekend, giving you plenty of time. We provide headphones at every seat with recorded details about the monuments available in eight European and Asian languages.

C Connected City Hopper

With a vehicle arriving every five minutes, you will never be left standing at a stop! Every bus offers excellent free internet access for all your devices. We only offer premium luxury tickets, which are quite expensive, but we believe the high-quality service is worth the extra cost for everyone.

D Green Oasis Tours

Stay out of the heat in our comfortable, perfectly air-conditioned vehicles. Our route focuses on the city’s best natural spaces, dropping you directly at the famous flower gardens and royal woods. Every vehicle is equipped with a special mechanical ramp, making it completely trouble-free for passengers using a wheelchair.

E Twilight City Cruiser

Discover the magic of the capital after dark! Our special evening journeys offer spectacular views of lit-up monuments. Instead of headphones, an entertaining local guide will share fascinating stories through a microphone. Passengers can also enjoy a delicious hot meal served at their tables while they travel around the streets.

F Panoramic Express

Feel the breeze on your face from our fantastic upper deck without a roof as you travel! We offer recorded historical facts through headphones in twelve different languages for international visitors. Please note that all passes finish exactly twenty-four hours after purchase, making it ideal for short day trips.

G Starlight Adventures

See the beautiful capital completely lit up against the dark night sky! Our fantastic local guides travel on board with you, telling amazing historical stories and answering your questions directly. To keep our vehicles perfectly clean, we kindly ask that passengers do not bring or eat any snacks aboard.

H Rapid Red Bus

Never wait more than ten minutes at any stop with our huge number of vehicles! We offer special reduced prices for anyone showing a university identity card. Connect your smartphone or tablet to our free internet service on board to share your journey on social media with your friends instantly!

Exercises:   123456