A woman was arrested at Canberra airport in Australia after running up to a plane on the tarmac. The incident occurred on November 1st, and video footage shows the woman standing near the cockpit of the aircraft. Eyewitnesses reported that she was waving at the pilot, possibly because she was late for her flight. The Australian Federal Police have charged the woman and she is scheduled to appear in court on Friday.
The incident has raised concerns about airport security and the safety of passengers. Running onto the tarmac is a serious breach of airport regulations and can have dangerous consequences. It is important for individuals to follow proper procedures and not put themselves or others at risk.
Airport security measures are in place to ensure the safety of everyone involved in air travel. These measures include strict access control, surveillance systems, and trained security personnel. It is crucial for passengers to respect these measures and cooperate with airport staff to maintain a secure environment.
Authorities are investigating the incident to determine how the woman was able to breach security and approach the plane. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of vigilance and the need for continuous improvement in airport security protocols.
Passengers should always report any suspicious activity or behavior to airport staff or security personnel. By working together, we can help maintain a safe and secure environment for air travel.
Original news source: Woman arrested in Canberra after running up to plane on tarmac (BBC)
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Group or Classroom Activities
Warm-up Activities:
– News Summary
Instructions:
1. Divide the class into small groups.
2. Give each group a few minutes to read the article.
3. In their groups, students must summarize the article in their own words, highlighting the key points.
4. Each group will then present their summary to the class.
– Opinion Poll
Instructions:
1. Ask students to individually think about their opinion on airport security measures.
2. Divide the class into pairs or small groups.
3. In their pairs or groups, students take turns sharing their opinion and discussing why they hold that view.
4. After the discussion, each group will present a summary of their opinions to the class.
– Word Association
Instructions:
1. Write the word “airport” on the board.
2. Ask students to brainstorm and write down as many words as they can think of that are related to airports.
3. After a few minutes, have students share their words with the class.
4. As a class, create a mind map or word web on the board, connecting all the related words.
– Keyword Hangman
Instructions:
1. Choose a few keywords from the article (e.g. airport, security, breach, vigilance).
2. Write the number of letters for each word on the board, using underscores to represent the letters.
3. Divide the class into two teams.
4. One team will choose a word and the other team must guess the letters.
5. If a correct letter is guessed, write it in the appropriate blank. If a wrong letter is guessed, draw a body part of a hangman on the board.
6. The team has a certain number of guesses to complete the word. If they cannot complete it, the other team can try to guess the word.
– Pros and Cons
Instructions:
1. Divide the class into pairs or small groups.
2. Assign each group the task of discussing the pros and cons of airport security measures.
3. In their groups, students must generate a list of advantages and disadvantages of the current security protocols.
4. Each group will then present their lists to the class, explaining their reasoning.
Comprehension Questions:
1. What did the woman do at Canberra airport in Australia?
2. Why was the woman waving at the pilot?
3. What charges have been filed against the woman?
4. What concerns has this incident raised?
5. Why is running onto the tarmac a serious breach of airport regulations?
6. What security measures are in place at airports?
7. Why is it important for passengers to respect these security measures?
8. What is being done to investigate the incident and improve airport security?
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Listen and Fill in the Gaps:
A woman was arrested at Canberra (1)______ in (2)______ after running up to a plane on the tarmac. The incident occurred on November 1st, and video footage shows the woman standing near the cockpit of the (3)______. (4)______ reported that she was waving at the pilot, possibly because she was late for her flight. The Australian Federal Police have charged the woman and she is (5)______ to appear in court on Friday.
The (6)______ has (7)______ concerns about airport security and the safety of passengers. Running onto the tarmac is a serious breach of airport regulations and can have dangerous consequences. It is important for individuals to follow proper procedures and not put themselves or (8)______ at risk.
Airport security measures are in (9)______ to ensure the safety of everyone involved in air travel. These measures (10)______ strict access control, surveillance (11)______, and trained security personnel. It is crucial for passengers to respect these measures and cooperate with airport staff to maintain a secure environment.
(12)______ are investigating the incident to determine how the woman was able to breach security and approach the plane. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of vigilance and the need for continuous improvement in airport security protocols.
Passengers should always report any suspicious activity or behavior to airport (13)______ or security personnel. By (14)______ together, we can help (15)______ a safe and secure environment for air (16)______.
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Discussion Questions:
Students can ask a partner these questions, or discuss them as a group.
1. What is your opinion on the woman’s actions at the airport?
2. How would you feel if you were on the plane when the woman ran onto the tarmac?
3. Do you think the woman should face serious consequences for breaching airport security? Why or why not?
4. Have you ever witnessed any unusual behavior at an airport? Can you describe what happened?
5. What measures do you think airports should take to improve security and prevent incidents like this?
6. How do you think this incident will impact airport security regulations in the future?
7. Do you think airport security measures are effective in ensuring passenger safety? Why or why not?
8. Have you ever felt unsafe or uncomfortable while traveling by air? What happened and how did you handle it?
9. What advice would you give to someone who witnesses suspicious activity at an airport?
10. How do you think the woman’s actions could have put herself or others at risk?
11. Do you think incidents like this can damage the reputation of an airport or airline? Why or why not?
12. How do you think the woman’s behavior could have affected the passengers and crew on the plane?
13. Have you ever had a negative experience with airport security? Can you describe what happened?
14. What steps do you think airports should take to ensure that individuals follow proper procedures?
15. Do you think incidents like this can be prevented completely? Why or why not?
Individual Activities
Vocabulary Meanings:
Match each word to its meaning.
Words:
1. arrested
2. plane
3. cockpit
4. late
5. breach
6. regulations
7. security
8. environment
Meanings:
(a) Violation or failure to comply with rules
(b) The area where the pilot sits in an aircraft
(c) Taken into custody by law enforcement
(d) The surroundings or conditions in which something exists
(e) Measures taken to protect against threats or dangers
(f) Official rules or guidelines
(g) A vehicle used for air travel
(h) Not on time
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Multiple Choice Questions:
1. What did the woman do at Canberra airport?
(a) Boarded her flight
(b) Checked in her luggage
(c) Took a video of the cockpit
(d) Ran up to a plane on the tarmac
2. Why was the woman possibly waving at the pilot?
(a) She knew the pilot personally
(b) She wanted to take a selfie with the pilot
(c) She was late for her flight
(d) She was trying to distract the pilot
3. What charges have been filed against the woman?
(a) The article does not specify
(b) Assaulting airport staff
(c) Attempted hijacking
(d) Breaching airport regulations
4. What concerns have been raised by this incident?
(a) Airport security and passenger safety
(b) Airplane maintenance
(c) Flight delays
(d) Pilot training
5. What can breaching airport regulations on the tarmac lead to?
(a) A fine
(b) Dangerous consequences
(c) A warning from airport staff
(d) A delay in the flight
6. What measures are in place to ensure airport security?
(a) Random security checks
(b) Strict access control, surveillance systems, and trained security personnel
(c) No-fly lists
(d) Baggage screening
7. What should passengers do if they notice suspicious activity at the airport?
(a) Ignore it and continue with their travel plans
(b) Take matters into their own hands and confront the suspicious individual
(c) Post about it on social media
(d) Report it to airport staff or security personnel
8. What does this incident remind us of?
(a) The importance of arriving early for flights
(b) The dangers of running on the tarmac
(c) The need for continuous improvement in airport security protocols
(d) The necessity of stricter airport regulations
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True or False Questions:
1. Walking onto the tarmac is not a serious breach of airport regulations.
2. Authorities are investigating the incident to determine how the woman was able to breach security and approach the plane.
3. The incident occurred on November 1st.
4. Airport security measures include strict access control, surveillance systems, and trained security personnel.
5. A woman was arrested at Canberra airport after walking up to a plane on the tarmac.
6. Eyewitnesses reported that she was not waving at the pilot, possibly because she was late for her flight.
7. The Australian Federal Police have charged the woman and she is scheduled to appear in court on Friday.
8. Video footage does not depict the woman standing near the cockpit of the aircraft.
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1. What did the woman do that led to her arrest at Canberra airport?
2. Why are airport security measures important?
3. What are some examples of airport security measures mentioned in the article?
4. What are authorities doing to investigate the incident?
5. What can passengers do to help maintain a safe and secure environment at airports?
Answers
Comprehension Question Answers:
1. What did the woman do at Canberra airport in Australia?
The woman ran up to a plane on the tarmac.
2. Why was the woman waving at the pilot?
She was possibly waving at the pilot because she was late for her flight.
3. What charges have been filed against the woman?
The woman has been charged by the Australian Federal Police.
4. What concerns has this incident raised?
This incident has raised concerns about airport security and the safety of passengers.
5. Why is running onto the tarmac a serious breach of airport regulations?
Running onto the tarmac is a serious breach of airport regulations because it can have dangerous consequences.
6. What security measures are in place at airports?
Security measures at airports include strict access control, surveillance systems, and trained security personnel.
7. Why is it important for passengers to respect these security measures?
It is important for passengers to respect these security measures to maintain a secure environment and ensure the safety of everyone involved in air travel.
8. What is being done to investigate the incident and improve airport security?
Authorities are investigating the incident to determine how the woman was able to breach security and approach the plane. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of vigilance and the need for continuous improvement in airport security protocols.
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Listen and Fill in the Gaps Answers:
(1) airport
(2) Australia
(3) aircraft
(4) Eyewitnesses
(5) scheduled
(6) incident
(7) raised
(8) others
(9) place
(10) include
(11) systems
(12) Authorities
(13) staff
(14) working
(15) maintain
(16) travel
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Vocabulary Meanings Answers:
1. arrested
Answer: (c) Taken into custody by law enforcement
2. plane
Answer: (g) A vehicle used for air travel
3. cockpit
Answer: (b) The area where the pilot sits in an aircraft
4. late
Answer: (h) Not on time
5. breach
Answer: (a) Violation or failure to comply with rules
6. regulations
Answer: (f) Official rules or guidelines
7. security
Answer: (e) Measures taken to protect against threats or dangers
8. environment
Answer: (d) The surroundings or conditions in which something exists
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Multiple Choice Answers:
1. What did the woman do at Canberra airport?
Answer: (d) Ran up to a plane on the tarmac
2. Why was the woman possibly waving at the pilot?
Answer: (c) She was late for her flight
3. What charges have been filed against the woman?
Answer: (a) The article does not specify
4. What concerns have been raised by this incident?
Answer: (a) Airport security and passenger safety
5. What can breaching airport regulations on the tarmac lead to?
Answer: (b) Dangerous consequences
6. What measures are in place to ensure airport security?
Answer: (b) Strict access control, surveillance systems, and trained security personnel
7. What should passengers do if they notice suspicious activity at the airport?
Answer: (d) Report it to airport staff or security personnel
8. What does this incident remind us of?
Answer: (c) The need for continuous improvement in airport security protocols
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True or False Answers:
1. Walking onto the tarmac is not a serious breach of airport regulations. (Answer: False)
2. Authorities are investigating the incident to determine how the woman was able to breach security and approach the plane. (Answer: True)
3. The incident occurred on November 1st. (Answer: True)
4. Airport security measures include strict access control, surveillance systems, and trained security personnel. (Answer: True)
5. A woman was arrested at Canberra airport after walking up to a plane on the tarmac. (Answer: False)
6. Eyewitnesses reported that she was not waving at the pilot, possibly because she was late for her flight. (Answer: False)
7. The Australian Federal Police have charged the woman and she is scheduled to appear in court on Friday. (Answer: True)
8. Video footage does not depict the woman standing near the cockpit of the aircraft. (Answer: False)
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