Enjoy the Lesson-17
FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL
Teacher: Akmal Akbarov
Profitability of New York & Japan Subways
Useful Words
Useful Words
People who regularly travel to work or study.
Commuters
The city's public transportation system caters to thousands of ……………… who travel to work or university every day.
1
To cross paths or overlap
Intersect
Our schedules ……………., allowing us to discuss the project during the lunch break.
2
A significant difference or contrast.
Key Distinction
The ………………… between a manager and a leader is that a manager focuses on tasks, while a leader inspires and guides the team.
3
To leave a vehicle, especially a ship or aircraft.
Disembark
After a long flight, passengers will ………….. the plane and proceed to the immigration area.
4
The state of being overcrowded or blocked.
Congestion
Traffic ……………… in the city often leads to delays for employees commuting to work.
5
Areas or regions with specific legal authority.
Jurisdictions
Companies operating internationally must navigate different ……………….. and comply with diverse legal regulations.
6
The collective number of people using a transportation system.
Ridership System
The new ……………… provides detailed data on the number of passengers using public transportation, helping to improve service efficiency.
7
The action of moving from one place to another.
Transfers
The student requested a ……………… to a different department to explore new areas of study.
8
To supervise or watch over
Oversee
As a project manager, I will ………….. the development and implementation of the new marketing strategy.
9
The state of being financially profitable or successful.
Profitability
The company's focus on cost control contributed to its increased ……………… in the last fiscal year.
10
A person employed in professional or office work.
White Collar Worker
Many ……………… in the financial district rely on public transportation for their daily commute.
11
To consistently adhere to punctuality.
Be Staunchly On Time
In the business world, it's crucial to be ………………………… for meetings and appointments to demonstrate professionalism.
12
To become more severe or decline in quality.
Worsen
If economic conditions ………….., businesses may face challenges in maintaining their current levels of production.
13
To differ or change in different situations.
Vary
The prices of office supplies may ……….. depending on the supplier and location.
14
No longer in use or outdated.
Obsolete
With technological advancements, manual filing systems have become ……………….. in most modern offices.
15
Income generated by a business or organization.
Revenue
The introduction of a new product significantly boosted the company’s ………………………. in the third quarter.
16
The difference between available funds and the required amount.
Funding Gap
The university is actively seeking additional donations to bridge the …………………………… and support ongoing research initiatives.
17
Encounter minor issues or disruptions.
Face Hiccups
Implementing a new software system may ………………. during the initial stages, but proper training can help overcome these challenges.
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Let’s Talk About York and Tokyo Subways
1. What do you think why Japan is ranked as the world’s most efficient subway?
2. What improvements have been made in New York's subway system?
3. What do you think about the ‘fare by distance’ charging policy used in Tokyo subway?
4. Do you think subway authorities should apologize to commuters when their trains leave early or arrive late?
Let’s Talk About Tashkent Subway System
Problems of Tashkent Subway
Not staunchly on time
Overcrowded platforms
Obselete trains
No exact navigation signs
Weak management
Lack of stations and coverage
Useless propoganda posters
No barriers on the platforms
No English is used in announcements
Staff don't know English at all
Not enough information support
Slow working staff and slow service
No waiting lines of commuters
Women unfriendly
Solutions for Tashkent Subway
Homework
Reading an article for the next lesson.