1. INTRODUCTION TO THE CAR (b) ENGLISH FOR AUTOMOBILE INDUSTRY

 

ENGLISH FOR AUTOMOBILE INDUSTRY 1. INTRODUCTION TO THE CAR (b)

 

3. The questionnaire below is part of a survey to find out which factors are important to people when to buy a car. Work with a partner to complete the questionnaire. CAR BUYING ATTITUDES How important are the following factors when buying a car Rank the factors like this: 1. very important 2. important 3. not important   Factors involved in buying a car Your ranking Partner’s ranking Price     Resale value     Design     Colour     Size     Interior features     Engine     Fuel consumption     Handling     Brand name     Brand loyalty     Advertising     Compare your results with others in the class. What are the five most important factors?   OPINIONS AND AGREEING OR DISAGREEING Asking for opinions Giving your opinion Agreeing Disagreeing What do you think? How do you feel about this? What’s your opinion of ….? I think … In my opinion … If you ask me … I agree. I think so too. Yes, that’s right. No, Sorry, I disagree. I’m afraid I don’t agree. I can’t go along with that.   4. Work with a partner to label the types of the car. convertible coupe estate (car) hatchback pick up saloon sports car limousine SUV     British English American English estate car saloon 4 X 4 station wagon sedan sports utility vehicle (SUV)   Find cars which fit the descriptions. Which car(s) …. 1 has/ have lots of room for passengers? 2 is/ are for driving on bad roads? 3 is/ are not suitable for large families? 4 is/ are perfect for hot, sunny weather? 5 has/ have low fuel consumption? 6 is/ are ideal for small parking space? 7 has/ have only for passenger seat? 8 is/ are good for transporting things/

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