
The Aviation Industry Hits a High-Oil 'Shock' What It Means for Travelers ![]() Discussion Questions Q1 In your own words, please briefly summarize the article. Q2 What part of the reading resonated with you most? Q3 Have you noticed any recent changes in airfare prices or travel costs? Q4 How sensitive are you to price increases when booking flights? Q5 What is your understanding of how fuel prices impact airline operations? Q6 Do you think airlines are justified in passing higher costs onto consumers? Why? Q7 How important is strategic planning (like fuel hedging) in managing business risks? Q8 Would you prefer fewer flights at higher quality or more options at lower prices? Q9 Looking ahead, how do you think rising costs will reshape the future of travel? Q10 If you have a question or questions that you'd like to discuss during your class, please write them down. Expressions surged to increase suddenly and powerfully 例句 1 Oil prices surged after the announcement of the new policy. 例句 2 The demand for electric vehicles has surged in recent years. volatility the quality of being likely to change suddenly, especially in an unpredictable way 例句 1 The stock market is currently experiencing high volatility. 例句 2 Investors are looking for ways to manage the volatility of the crypto market. ruthless hard and cruel; determined to get what you want and not caring if you hurt other people 例句 1 The company's new CEO is known for his ruthless focus on cutting costs. 例句 2 She made a ruthless decision to close the underperforming division. dominant more important, powerful, or noticeable than others 例句 1 The company has a dominant market share in the smartphone industry. 例句 2 The color blue is the dominant feature in the painting. exposed not protected from harm or danger 例句 1 The old fence left the garden fully exposed to strong winds. 例句 2 Without a strong defense strategy, the system is exposed to cyber-attacks. |
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