B2 – Upper Intermediate
A spike in hoax bomb threats is causing widespread disruption in India’s air travel, with numerous flights being delayed, diverted, or canceled.
Passengers are left anxious and frustrated as these false alarms continue to target both domestic and international routes. Airlines are struggling to manage the operational and financial fallout.
Meanwhile, authorities are working to track down the individuals responsible, but the rising number of incidents poses significant challenges.
Learn more about the impact of these hoax bomb threats on air travel in India.
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx2kz84kgj0o
Vocabulary Questions:
- What does “rash of something” mean? “In 2018, a rash of jokes about bombs by airplane passengers in Indonesia led to flight disruptions.” Make a sentence with this phrase.
- What does “to wreak havoc“? “These hoaxes end up wreaking havoc in one of the world’s fastest-growing aviation markets.” Use this idiom in a sentence.
- What does “to throw off balance” mean? “Delays lead to cancellations, and schedules are thrown off balance.” Make a sentence with this expression.
Discussion Questions:
- Have you ever experienced a flight delay or diversion? How did it make you feel?
- Do you think hoax bomb threats are a serious issue? Why or why not?
- How do you think technology, like social media, impacts travel safety today?
- How do you feel about traveling by air in light of recent news about hoax bomb threats?
- What do you think airlines should do to ensure passengers feel safe during their flights?