Passengers React Angrily at Rail Fares Increase

Passengers React Angrily at Rail Fares Increase

Assessment

Interactive Video

Business, Architecture, Geography, Science

University

Hard

Created by

Quizizz Content

FREE Resource

The video discusses the dissatisfaction among rail passengers due to a 1.9% fare increase, which is linked to the retail price index. Passengers argue that the service quality does not justify the higher costs, especially when compared to other transport modes like cars and planes. The video also highlights the call for renationalization of rail services, as more money is paid in subsidies to train companies than ever before. Despite claims that fare increases are necessary for service improvements, commuters feel they are not getting value for money.

Read more

5 questions

Show all answers

1.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What are the main reasons passengers are unhappy with the current rail services?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF

2.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What is the impact of the current economic situation on rail fares as mentioned in the text?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF

3.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What do passenger groups believe about the fare increases linked to the retail price index?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF

4.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What do commuters expect in return for the fare increases?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF

5.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

How do the costs of train tickets compare to other modes of transport according to the text?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF