4 Extra Exam Practice: Pet Airways

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Pet Airways
I Most commercial airlines are fairly similar in appearance and service. In Business Class, food may be tastier, seats
wider and attention more personal, but otherwise there is little variation. However, one new company has
revolutionised commercial air travel.
II Until 2009, pet owners who needed to fly with their pets had to place the animals under their seat or send them as
cargo along with their suitcases. Dan Wiesel and Alysa Binder, owners of a dog called Zoe, found this unacceptable,
and as a result, they set up Pet Airways. Established in 2009 for pets only, Pet Airways flies its passengers to several
destinations within the United States. It uses planes that have been specially modified to accommodate animal carriers
in a temperature-controlled and well-lit cabin. Animals – dogs, cats and some smaller animals – are monitored by
trained attendants every fifteen minutes during the flight, and given “bathroom breaks” when necessary.
III Pet Airways requests information on the breed, height and weight of the pet when reservations are being made, so that
an appropriately-sized carrier can be prepared. It also requires proof of the animal’s good health and vaccinations. At
least one hour before the flight, pets must be taken to the check-in desk with their luggage – one small bag is allowed.
And while owners may supply a towel or T-shirt with their scent to comfort their pet, the airline prohibits
tranquillisers, as these may be dangerous to the animal’s health. Similarly, owners are advised not to feed pets for four
hours before a flight, and only water is offered on board. During the journey, owners can track their animals’ location,
which is regularly posted online. Pets may be picked up in the airline’s lounge 30 minutes after landing.
IV The cost of a journey varies according to length and other variables, but a typical one-way ticket is $250, which
compares favourably with the approximately $100 that other airlines take to fly animals in less comfortable
conditions. This payment includes insurance, and pets may even join a travel scheme offering special discounts and
free air miles.
V Pet Airways has been well received not only by pets and their owners, but also by airline executives and vets, who
mention the comfort and safety provided for the animals. Some also point out the reduction in travel-related stress –
that of the pets and their owners!
1 Choose the correct answer.

1. Passengers on the new airline … .
a. may fly to any destination worldwide
b. include all animals who need to travel
c. are placed in special carriers for the flight
2. Animals on Pet Airways flights … .
a. should be checked in an hour before the flight
b. may not send any luggage
c. should be tranquillised before the plane takes off
3. Pet Airways … .
a. charges about $100 per flight
b. provides insurance for pets
c. does not give fare discounts
2 Decide if the following sentences are true (T) or false (F). Find evidence in the text to justify your answers.
…… 1. Flight attendants are allowed to take a break every 15 minutes.
................................................................................................................................................
…… 2. Owners must prove that their animals are healthy.
................................................................................................................................................
…… 3. During the flight, pet owners can see online where their animals are.
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3 Rewrite the following sentences without changing the original meaning.

1. One new company has revolutionised air travel.
Air travel ........................................................................................................................................ .
2. Pets may be picked up after landing.
Pets may be picked up after the plane ............................................................................................ .
4 Complete the sentences using the information given in the text. Use your own words as far as possible.
1. Pet Airways uses cabins ................................................................................................................. .
2. It is advised that pets not be ........................................................................................................... .
5 Find words or expressions in the text that mean the same as:
1. put (paragraph II) ………………………
2. checked (paragraph II) ………………………
3. smell (paragraph III) ………………………
4. price (paragraph IV) ………………………
6 Write a composition of about 100-150 words. Choose ONE option.

1. Describe the advantages and disadvantages of owning a pet.
2. Would you prefer to own a dog or a cat? Explain your reasons.

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Read the text and answer the questions that follow.

1 Choose the correct answer.

3 Rewrite the following sentences without changing the original meaning.

6 Write a composition of about 100-150 words. Choose ONE option.

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