Singapore's public transport system (交通系统) is one of the best in the world, so you should have no problem finding your way there. There are three main forms of public transport — trains, buses and taxis.
TRAINS Trains run from 6:00 am to midnight. Single trip tickets start at 80 cents. If you buy an EZ-Link card for $15, you can ride the trains and buses as you like. If you need more information, just call Transit Link on 1800 767 4333. |
BUSES There are several bus services in Singapore and fares(费用) start at 80cents. Be sure always ask the driver the cost of your ticket because he can not give change. If you need help, just call Transit Link on 1800 767 4333. |
TAXIS There are three main taxi companies — City Cab (6552 2222), Comfort (6552 1111) and Tibs (6552 8888). Booking can also be easily by calling the numbers listed above. |
RENTAL(租的) CARS Driving in Singapore is a pleasure and if you like to travel to the places you like, renting a car is a good choice. Renting takes away the hassle of getting to places around Singapore. Just sit back and enjoy the city. It also means you'll get to see a lot more that a train or a bus won't let you see. For car rental, call Avis on + 65 6737 1668. |
1.If you need to find the bus number, you may call ____________.
A. +65 6737 1668 B. 6552 8888
C. 1800 767 4333 D. 6552 2222
2.Buy an EZ-Link card, you can take ____________.
A. both buses and trains
B. both trains and taxis
C. both buses and taxis
D. both bus and rental cars
3.When you take a bus there, always remember to ____________.
A. take your own license with you
B. ask the driver how much your ticket is
C. buy the bus map of Singapore
D. book your ticket ahead of time
4.What does the word "hassle" mean in Chinese?
A. 麻烦 B. 乐趣 C. 景点 D. 费用
5.What do you know about traveling in Singapore from the passage?
A. There are four main taxi companies in Singapore.
B. It's much cheaper to go around by bus than by train.
C. You can see a lot more in Singapore only by renting a car.
D. It's very convenient (方便的) for visitors to travel in Singapore.
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