Why some bike shares work and others don't
This is a list of key vocabulary and expressions from the article in order of how useful they are. The student must choose 6 items from the list to study in the lesson.
A lack (of something)/ To lack (something)
The vast majority (of something)
15 conversation-provoking questions related to the article.
Why did China have ‘bicycle graveyards’?
What is it that makes one bike share scheme work, and another fail?
What does Magnusson say about the future of bikes and bike sharing?
‘I use bike sharing apps all the time in my city, they are great.’ Is this true for you?
‘My hometown is a great place for cycling.’ Is this true for you?
‘My commute to work is unbearable.’ Is this true for you?
‘The world would be a better place if we shared more things, for example, bikes, cars, clothes etc.’ Do you agree?
‘The government should build more cycle lanes even if it creates huge traffic problems for motorists.’ Do you agree?
‘There is no better type of holiday than a cycling holiday.’ Do you agree?
‘It’s not essential to have a car in my hometown because the public transport is so good.’ Is this true for you?
‘People are very trustworthy in my hometown, you don’t even need to lock your car doors because no one ever steals anything.’ Is this true for you?
‘People who drive everywhere are selfish and don’t care about the planet.’ Do you agree?
‘Within the next 20 years, all cars will be electric and driverless.’ Do you agree?
‘Tackling global warming should be our number one political priority.’ Do you agree?
‘I’m really keen to visit China.’ Is this true for you?