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4 The Art of Advertising 1 Listen and Discuss 1. Before you read, look at the pictures, and write as many words as you can about each. 2. Read the texts and see if you can find any of the words that you wrote for each picture. رابط الدرس الرقمي www.ien.edu.sa COMPACT CARS: The Smaller, the Better ABARTH The tiny classic is back, measuring 10 feet 11 inches (335 centimeters) long, 5 feet 5 inches (165 centimeters) wide, and 4 feet 11 inches (149 centimeters) tall. The new FIAT 500 is a triumph of Italian design. Every line has been crafted to reflect the legendary original, and buyers will be offered a variety of colors and options to customize their car. The FIAT 500 two- seater was introduced in 1957, and it became an automotive legend. It featured a 13 horsepower engine and had a top speed of about 53 miles (85 kilometers) per hour. SUITCASE: For the Price of a Car According to Forbes magazine, Henk is the most expensive suitcase in the world. The Henk "friendly" suitcase was developed by a group of Dutch engineers and designers over a period of ten years. Each suitcase is made individually and is built to the individual customer's requested specifications. You may prefer to opt for one of the recommended combinations, which have been carefully selected. FEATURES Weight: Lighter than any other bag. It has been designed to feel like you're pulling no more than 25 grams, even if you've packed bricks in the suitcase. Materials: It comes in ebony (wood) or Italian leather. Remote Control: The control is used to hide the wheels and to activate a locking system. Wheels: The wheels are made of titanium, providing the smoothest ride. Prices: The price can be as high as a car, ranging from $20,000 to $40,000. وزار 48 عليم Ministry of Education 2024-1446 MG_01_COMBO_TEXT_2024.indb 48 30/4/24 2:01 AM

وزارة التعليم O THE FOLD-UP BIKE It looks like an ordinary bike, but it's portable. This folding bike can easily be transported and stored when it is not in use. It can make your life easier. In contrast to the standard bike, it is much smaller and less bulky, so it can be parked and stored more readily. The fold-up bike is attractive, and it comes in a variety of styles. About Bicycles Bicycles were invented in France in the 1790s. The first bikes were made of wood, had a front wheel that didn't move from left to right, and didn't have pedals. In 1817, a steerable front wheel was developed by Baron Karl von Drais in Germany, and in 1839, the first pedals were introduced by Kirkpatrick MacMillan, a blacksmith from Scotland. The first bikes had large front wheels because it was believed that the bigger the front wheel, the faster the bike. Quick Check ✓ A. Vocabulary. List the words that describe the car, the suitcase, and the bike. B. Comprehension. Answer true or false. 1. The new FIAT 500 is one of the world's most compact cars. 2. The car will be available in only one color. 3. The Henk suitcase was designed in Germany. 4. The suitcase can be made of wood. 5. The fold-up bike isn't as bulky as an ordinary bike. 6. The first bikes didn't have any pedals. 45 2 Pair Work A. Find sentences that are facts about the four products you read about. Make questions for those facts. In pairs ask and answer the questions. See the examples below. What were the first bikes made of? They were made of wood. What's special about the new FIAT 500? Customers can choose a personalized car. How does the Henk compare with other suitcases? It's much lighter than other brands. B. Choose a product that you like. Why is it special? Write down two reasons. Share them with a partner. Ministry of Education 2024-1446 MG_01_COMBO_TEXT_2024.indb 49 49 30/4/24 2:01 AM