The arrangements are often social arrangements or appointments and may be written in a diarv. The present simple is used to describe future events which are based on a timetable, programme or calendar. | Complete each sentence with a word from the box. buffet coach station departure lounge harbour quay cabin desk destination platform runway a Most of the young people on the boat slept on their sleeping bags. b As the train drew in to the station Terry could see her sister waiting on the c I was so nervous about flying that I left my bag in the. d By the time I got to the. the bus to Scotland had left. e As soon as the boat left the. the storm began. f We hadn t had anything to eat but luckily there was the train. g I m afraid there is only one on the boat. h Tim reached Paris safely but his luggage didn t reach its. i There was a queue of cars on the. waiting for the carferry to the island. j Our plane nearly crashed into a fire-engine on the. 2 Underline the most suitable word or words. a David s plane was cancelled delayed by thick fog. b The ship s owner agreed to give the crew passengers a pay-rise. c The plane from Geneva has just grounded landed. d We hope that you will enjoy your flight flying. e Because of heavy snow their plane was diverted deviated to Luton. f I won t be long. I m just packing my last luggage suitcase. g You have to check in check up an hour before the plane leaves. h All duty free goods must be declared surrendered at customs. i The plane took off took up and was soon high over the city. j I bought a simple single ticket as I was going to return by car. k A sign above the seats in the plane says Fasten your life belt seat belt . l On the plane the flight attendant waitress brought me a newspaper. 203 FIRST CERTIFICATE LANGUAGE PRACTICE 3 Use a word or words from exercises 1 or 2 to complete each sentence. The word may be in a different form. a I had tickets because I was ill and couldn t travel. b The train for London is now arriving . c The time but arrived half an hour late. d We finally reached travelling all day. e It was hard to find a seat on the train as .
