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Prof. Dr. Dunia Ali Hussein  \nLearning Objectives  \nBy the end of this lecture, students will be able to:  \nuse common airport vocabulary and expressions.  \ncheck in and communicate with airport staff.  \nask about flights, gates, baggage, and boarding.  \nask for directions and assistance politely.  \nhandle common travel problems.  \ndistinguish polite/formal language from casual language. role-play common airport situations.  \nCommunication Skills | Department of English | 2  \n1. At the Airport: Key Places  \nImportant airport locations:  \ncheck-in counter  \ndeparture lounge  \nsecurity checkpoint  \ndeparture gate  \nbaggage claim  \nimmigration  \ncustoms  \ninformation desk  \nCommunication Skills | Department of English | 3  \n2. Airport Vocabulary  \nUseful words:  \npassport – a document used for international travel boarding pass – a document/card used to board a flight luggage / baggage – bags and suitcases  \ncarry-on / hand luggage – baggage taken onto the plane checked baggage – luggage placed in the aircraft hold departure / arrival – leaving / reaching a destination gate – the place where passengers board the plane  \nCommunication Skills | Department of English | 4  \n3. At the Check-In Counter  \nStaff: “Good morning. May I see your passport and ticket, please?”Passenger: “Certainly. Here you are.”  \nStaff: “Where are you flying today?”  \nPassenger: “I’m flying to Istanbul.”  \nStaff: “Do you have any bags to check in?”  \nPassenger: “Yes, I have one suitcase.”  \nThe goal is not to memorize sentences—it is to communicate clearly in a real travel situation.  \nCommunication Skills | Department of English | 5  \n4. Checking Baggage  \nUseful expressions:  \n“How many bags can I check in?”  \n“Is there a weight limit?”  \n“How much does excess baggage cost?”  \n“Can I take this bag as carry-on luggage?”  \n“Where can I collect my baggage?”  \nRemember: airline baggage rules can vary, so ask staff when you are unsure.  \nCommunication Skills | Department of English | 6  \n5. Asking About Your Flight  \n“What time does the flight leave?”“Has the flight been delayed?”  \n“What gate is the flight leaving from?”“When does boarding begin?”  \n“Is the flight on time?”  \n“Where is the departure gate?”“How long is the flight?”  \nCommunication Skills | Department of English | 7  \n6. Security Checkpoint  \nUseful communication:  \n“Do I need to remove my jacket?”  \n“Should I take my laptop out of the bag?”  \n“Where should I put my bag?”  \n“May I keep my passport with me?”  \nFollow airport/security staff instructions.  \nUse polite questions when you need clarification.  \nCommunication Skills | Department of English | 8  \n7. Finding the Gate  \nPassenger: “Excuse me, could you tell me where Gate 12 is?”Staff: “Go straight ahead and turn left.”  \nPassenger: “Is it far from here?”  \nStaff: “No, it’s about a five-minute walk.”  \nPassenger: “Thank you very much.”  \nCommunication Skills | Department of English | 9  \n8. Formal / Polite vs. Informal  \nPolite: “Could you tell me where Gate 12 is, please?”  \nCasual: “Where’s Gate 12?”  \nPolite: “May I see the boarding pass?”  \nCasual: “Can I see your boarding pass?”  \nPolite: “Could you help me with my luggage, please?”  \nCasual: “Can you help me with this?”  \nAt airports, polite language is usually the safest choice with staff.  \nAt an airport, polite and clear communication helps you get accurate information quickly.  \nCommunication Skills | Department of English | 10","cbCaihzfBk0ewcH6","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaihzfBk0ewcH6","pdf",673806,25,"English","# Learning Objectives\n## At the Airport: Key Places\n## Airport Vocabulary\n## At the Check-In Counter\n## Checking Baggage\n## Asking About Your Flight\n## Security Checkpoint\n## Finding the Gate\n## Formal / Polite vs. Informal","[{\"question\":\"What should students be able to do by the end of the lecture?\",\"answer\":\"Students can use common airport vocabulary, communicate with airport staff for check-in, ask about flights and gates, request directions politely, handle common travel problems, and role-play typical airport situations.\"},{\"question\":\"Which vocabulary items are emphasized for airport travel?\",\"answer\":\"The notes include passport, boarding pass, luggage/baggage, carry-on/hand luggage, checked baggage, departure/arrival, and gate, helping learners describe travel documents and movements.\"},{\"question\":\"How can travelers ask about baggage limits and excess charges?\",\"answer\":\"Useful expressions include asking how many bags can be checked in, whether there is a weight limit, how much excess baggage costs, and where to collect baggage after arrival.\"},{\"question\":\"What is the difference between polite/formal and casual language at the airport?\",\"answer\":\"Polite forms use requests like “Could you tell me… please?” and “May I see… please?”, while casual versions shorten to “Where’s…” and “Can I see…”. 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