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\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0By: <\/b><\/strong>LanguaConnect English Class<\/b><\/strong><\/h2>\n

\u2708\ufe0f <\/b><\/strong>ESL Lesson: Food on an Airplane<\/b><\/strong><\/h3>\n

Level:<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0Intermediate<\/b><\/strong>
<\/b><\/strong>Topic:<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0In-flight Meals and Food-related Vocabulary<\/b><\/strong>
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\ud83d\udcc4 <\/b><\/strong>Page 1: Vocabulary Builder<\/b><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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Word\/Phrase<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Definition<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Example Sentence<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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In-flight meal<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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A meal served during a flight<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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The in-flight meal was pasta and salad.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Special meal<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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A meal for dietary needs<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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I requested a vegetarian special meal.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Flight attendant<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Airline staff who serve and help passengers<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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The flight attendant offered me coffee.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Beverage cart<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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A trolley that carries drinks<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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The beverage cart came down the aisle.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Tray table<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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A small table attached to your seat<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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I placed my drink on the tray table.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Economy class<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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The standard seating area<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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I usually fly in economy class.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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First class<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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The premium section of a plane<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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First class has larger seats and better meals.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Allergic<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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A physical reaction to certain foods<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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I\u2019m allergic to peanuts.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Reheated<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Cooked earlier and warmed again<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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The food was reheated but still tasty.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Turbulence<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Movement of the airplane due to air pressure<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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The turbulence made it hard to drink my soda.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Page 2: Useful Phrases for Flying<\/b><\/strong><\/h3>\n

Practice these phrases in pairs or groups:<\/p>\n

\u201cWould you like chicken or beef?\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cCan I see the menu, please?\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cDo you have a vegetarian\/halal\/gluten-free option?\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cNo thank you, I\u2019m not hungry.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cCan I get some tea without sugar?\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019m allergic to shellfish.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cCan I keep the bottle of water?\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cCould I have my meal later?\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cWhat time will the meals be served?\u201d<\/p>\n

\ud83e\udde0 <\/b><\/strong>Page 3: Grammar Focus \u2013 Countable and Uncountable Nouns<\/b><\/strong><\/h3>\n

Countable<\/b><\/strong>: apple, sandwich, cookie, drink, seat
Uncountable<\/b><\/strong>: water, rice, bread, juice, food<\/p>\n

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I\u2019d like a sandwich<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0and some juice<\/b><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

They offered some bread<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0and a bottle of water<\/b><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

She didn\u2019t eat any rice<\/b><\/strong>, just an apple<\/b><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Practice:<\/b><\/strong>
Fill in the blanks using some \/ a \/ any<\/b><\/strong>:<\/p>\n

Can I have ___ bottle of water?<\/p>\n

I didn\u2019t get ___ bread.<\/p>\n

She asked for ___ juice and ___ cookie.<\/p>\n

Is there ___ rice left?<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udfad <\/b><\/strong>Page 4: Dialogue \u2013 Food Service on a Flight<\/b><\/strong><\/h3>\n

Flight Attendant:<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0Hello! Would you like chicken or beef for your in-flight meal?<\/p>\n

Passenger:<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0I\u2019ll have the beef, please. Does it come with rice or potatoes?<\/p>\n

Flight Attendant:<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0It comes with mashed potatoes and steamed vegetables. Any drink?<\/p>\n

Passenger:<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0Orange juice, please. Also, do you have a vegetarian option for my friend?<\/p>\n

Flight Attendant:<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0Yes, we do. I\u2019ll bring one right away. Enjoy your meal!<\/p>\n

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\u270f\ufe0f <\/b><\/strong>Page 5: Fill in the Blanks<\/b><\/strong><\/h3>\n

Choose from: beverage cart, allergic, tray table, delicious, special meal, turbulence<\/i><\/em><\/p>\n

1.The __________ was moving through the aisle.<\/p>\n

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  1. I\u2019m __________ to dairy, so I ordered a __________.<\/li>\n
  2. The pasta was really __________!<\/li>\n
  3. Please fold your __________ before landing.<\/li>\n
  4. Due to __________, the flight attendant stopped serving drinks.\n
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      \u270d\ufe0f <\/b><\/strong>Page 6: Sentence Practice<\/b><\/strong><\/h3>\n

      Make your own sentences using the following words:<\/p>\n

      In-flight meal<\/p>\n

      Vegetarian<\/p>\n

      Flight attendant<\/p>\n

      Snack<\/p>\n

      First class<\/p>\n

      Beverage cart<\/p>\n

      Reheated<\/p>\n

      Turbulence<\/p>\n

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      Page 7: Reading Comprehension<\/b><\/strong><\/h3>\n

      Title: My First Time Flying Alone<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n

      Last summer, I flew alone for the first time. I was nervous, but the flight attendants were kind. They gave me a menu and I chose pasta for my in-flight meal. It came with bread, salad, and juice. I was surprised by how good the food was! There was some turbulence during the meal, so I had to hold my cup carefully. Later, I asked for tea, and they even gave me a cookie.<\/p>\n

      Comprehension Questions:<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n

      What did the speaker choose for their meal?<\/p>\n

      What came with the pasta?<\/p>\n

      How did the speaker feel about the food?<\/p>\n

      What problem happened during the meal?<\/p>\n

      What drink did they ask for later?<\/p>\n

      \ud83c\udfad <\/b><\/strong>Page 8: Role-Play (Pair Work)<\/b><\/strong><\/h3>\n

      Student A: Flight Attendant<\/b><\/strong>
      Offer a choice of meals and drinks. Ask if the passenger has allergies.<\/p>\n

      Student B: Passenger<\/b><\/strong>
      Choose a meal, ask a question about ingredients, request a drink.<\/p>\n

      \ud83c\udfaf Task:<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0After the role-play, switch roles!<\/p>\n

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      \u270d\ufe0f <\/b><\/strong>Page 9: Writing Practice<\/b><\/strong><\/h3>\n

      Prompt:<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0Write a short paragraph (6\u20138 sentences) about your experience eating food on a plane.
      If you have never flown before, imagine what you would like to eat and drink.<\/p>\n

      Optional starters:<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n

      \u201cThe last time I flew, I had\u2026<\/p>\n

      \u201cIf I could choose my airplane meal, I\u2019d like\u2026\u201d<\/p>\n

      \u201cI think airplane food should be\u2026\u201d<\/p>\n

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      Page 10: Speaking Discussion \u2013 7 Questions<\/b><\/strong><\/h3>\n

      Do you usually enjoy airplane food? Why or why not?<\/p>\n

      What kind of meals should airlines serve on long flights?<\/p>\n

      Would you pay more for better in-flight meals?<\/p>\n

      What drinks do you usually ask for during a flight?<\/p>\n

      Have you ever had a special meal request?<\/p>\n

      Do you prefer snacks or full meals when flying?<\/p>\n

      What would be your \u201cdream airplane menu\u201d?<\/p>\n

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