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RESPOND verbally with your thoughts
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SUBWAY DELAY ANNOUNCEMENT
Listen & Respond
What Did They Say?
Why were subway trains delayed?
Idiom
Get back on track – To return to the right path or progress.
Example: After a mistake, she got back on track with her studies.
Phrasal Verb
Carry out – To complete or perform a task.
Example: The engineers carried out repairs quickly.
Challenging Vocabulary
Mechanical – Related to machines.
Example: A mechanical failure stopped the car.
PIE Practice
Pronunciation: Practice “mechanical” (meh-KAN-ih-kul).
Intonation:
“We’re working to get things back on track.” (Stress working)
“We’re working to get things back on track.” (Stress track)
Your Turn
Say: “They carried out repairs on the subway.”
Have you ever been delayed while traveling?
Transcript of Recording
Audio Audio Passage (121 words)
“Attention passengers: The downtown subway line is experiencing delays due to mechanical problems. Trains are currently running every 20 minutes instead of the usual 5. We understand this is inconvenient, but we’re working to get things back on track as quickly as possible. Please remain patient while crews carry out repairs. We recommend planning extra travel time or using alternate routes. Commuting can sometimes feel unpredictable, but our team is here to help. Updates will be announced regularly over the loudspeaker. We sincerely apologize for the delay and appreciate your understanding.”