CAN WE GO ON SUBWAY OR DO WE NEED A TAXI?

 This topic helps students ask about transportation options, compare ways to travel, and make simple decisions. It uses the modal verb "can", and includes vocabulary for public transportation and travel situations.

📌 Examples:

• Can we go on subway or do we need a taxi?

• Can we take the train or should we walk?

• Do we need to get a cab?

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🖊️ GRAMMAR (with examples)

✅ Modal Verbs (can, should, must):

• Can we take the subway?

• Should we get a taxi?

• You must buy a ticket before boarding.

✅ Present Simple:

• We need a taxi to get to the hotel.

• The subway is fast.

✅ Future (will / going to):

• We will take a taxi if it's raining.

• We are going to ride the subway tomorrow.

✅ Prepositions of place and direction:

• on the subway, by taxi, to the airport, from the station

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📖 VOCABULARY (10 words with definition)

1. Subway – An underground train system.

2. Taxi – A car you pay to take you somewhere.

3. Station – A place to catch a train or subway.

4. Ticket – A paper or digital pass to travel.

5. Fare – The price for a ride or ticket.

6. Direction – The way to a place.

7. Passenger – A person who is traveling.

8. Map – A drawing that shows streets and locations.

9. Exit – A way out.

10. Transfer – To change from one train or bus to another.

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📝 USEFUL EXPRESSIONS

• Can we take the subway?

• Do we need a taxi?

• Where is the nearest station?

• It’s cheaper by subway.

• Let’s take a cab.

• We will get there faster by car.

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✅ SENTENCES

Positive:

• We can go by subway.

• A taxi is easy to find.

• It is faster to take the train.

• The subway is clean and quick.

• I will call a taxi.

Negative:

• We can’t take the subway late at night.

• There isn’t a station near here.

• I don’t want to take a taxi.

• You shouldn’t walk alone.

• We won’t arrive on time by bus.

Questions:

• Can we go on subway?

• Do we need a taxi?

• Is the subway working today?

• Should we walk instead?

• Will we get there on time?

Answers:

• Yes, we can.

• No, we need a taxi.

• Yes, it’s working.

• No, it’s too far.

• Yes, we will.

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💬 CONVERSATION

Emma: Can we go on subway or do we need a taxi?
Liam: Let’s check the map. The station is near here.
Emma: Great! Is it faster than a taxi?
Liam: Yes, and it’s cheaper too.
Emma: Perfect. Do we need to buy tickets now?
Liam: Yes, at the machine next to the entrance.

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📖 READING

"How to Travel in a Big City"

When you visit a big city, you can choose different ways to travel. Many people take the subway because it is fast and cheap. You don’t need to worry about traffic. Some people prefer taxis, especially if they have bags or are going to the airport. In some places, you can also walk or take a bike. It is important to plan your route and know the station or stop.

Comprehension Questions:

1. Why do people take the subway?
   → Because it is fast and cheap.

2. Who prefers taxis?
   → People with bags or going to the airport.

3. What should you do before you travel?
   → Plan your route.

4. Is walking an option?
   → Yes, in some places.

5. Do you need to know the stop?
   → Yes, you do.