Unit 10-Getting Around

​Which will have a larger system: Phuket or Hat Yai?

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Getting Around

​Kroo Moo-Noi

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​Kroo Moo-Noi

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Multiple Choice

the work of building or making something, especially buildings, bridges,

• congestion

• construction

• track

• tram

Multiple Choice

a situation in which there is too much traffic and movement is difficult

• congestion

• construction

• track

• tram

Multiple Choice

an electric vehicle that transports people, usually in cities, and goes along metal tracks in the road

• congestion

• construction

• track

• tram

Multiple Choice

the pair of long metal bars fixed on the ground at an equal distance from each other, along which trains travel

• congestion

• construction

• track

• tram

Multiple Choice

a long passage under or through the ground, especially one made by people

• tunnel

• unique

Multiple Choice

being the only existing one of its type or, more generally, unusual, or special in some way

• tunnel

• unique

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For the most convenient travel in Bangkok, look up or down! Above, you will see the BTS (or Skytrain), which carries passengers along an elevated track. Below, you can take the MRT, whose trains move through underground tunnels. So far, Bangkok is the only city in Thailand to have these kinds of rail systems. But public transport networks are now being planned for Phuket, Chiang Mai, Hat Yai and Khon Kean.

Which will have a larger system: Phuket or Hat Yai?

Kroo Moo-Noi

​Phuket will be the first to get its new transport system. A tram network, costing 20 billion bath, has already been designed. The track will cover 60 kilometres and have 23 stations. It will provide a direct, 45-minute link between the airport and the town centre.

​​1. Phuket

​​2. Chiang Mai

​A tram system with three routes is also proposed for the northern city of Chiang Mai. Local Tuk-Tuk and Songthaew drivers are unhappy about the project, which they say will take away their business. No details are confirmed yet.

​In Hat Yai, a monorail system has been suggested. It would look similar to the BTS in the capital, but the track would be shorter at just 12 kilometres. Fares would be fixed at 20 baht, making it an affordable choice for passengers

​​3. Hat Yai

​Locals have complained about increasing congestion in their city. The solution might be a light rail system, running alongside the busy Mittraphap Road. It is hoped that construction will begin within two years.

​​4. Khon Kaen

These new systems could make Thailand a transport leader in ASEAN. Tiny Singapores, of course, has excellent transport. Malaysia and the Philippines have metro networks in their capitals. Indonesia is constructing one in Jakarta; Vietnam is considering one in Ho Chi Minh City. However, providing metro systems across the county could be a unique source of pride to Thailand.

You spent two hours each day in traffice jams. You want the tram system and the tourists coming your city. You want to practice your speaking.

​Role Card 2: Students

You don't want the tram to come to Chiang Mai. You think you won't be able to make money and more, and the trams will make your beautiful city look ugly.

​Role Card 1: Tuk-tuk Driver

In the Real World

You think tuk-tuk are too expensive, and the drivers don't drive carefully! You would like a cheap and air-conditioned way to move around the city.

​Role Card 4: Tourist

You think Chiang Mai should get the tram as soon as possible, because it will attract businesses and tourists to the area. You also want people to vote you next time!

​Role Card 3: Local government official

In the Real World

​Think about your roles, is there a way to please everyone?
++ Write and create your opinion, using PPT, Canva, Painting or whatever you like and hand in Line Group Album.

In the Real World