WARM-UP

Answer quickly. No right or wrong answers.
Do you think driving is dangerous today?
Do you trust technology to improve safety?
Should cars control drivers in some situations?

VOCABULARY

detect – to discover something
Example: The system can detect problems.

expression – the look on a face
Example: His expression shows he is tired.

infrared – light we cannot see
Example: Cameras use infrared at night.

flushed – red in the face
Example: His face looked flushed.

pulse – the heartbeat
Example: The doctor checked my pulse.

ethnicity – a cultural group
Example: People from different ethnicities live here.

READING

Introduction
“New technology is changing how we drive. This text explains how AI can detect drunk driving. Read and focus on the main ideas.”
(Read at your level. Do not translate every word.)

Article (All Levels)
New systems can detect drunk drivers. They study the driver’s expression and behavior.
Infrared cameras help monitor drivers at night. They can also check pulse and signs like a flushed face.

Developed Article (B1–C2)
Advanced AI systems can detect signs of drunk driving by analyzing facial expressions, eye movement, and driving patterns.
Using infrared cameras, the system works even in low light conditions and can identify physical signs such as a flushed face.
It can also monitor biological signals like pulse rate.
To ensure accuracy, systems are tested across diverse groups, including different ages and ethnicities, improving reliability and fairness.

COMPREHENSION CHECK

(Answer based on your level.)

A1–A2

1. What can the system detect?

2. What do cameras check on the face (expression)?

3. Can the system check pulse?

B1–B2

1. How do infrared cameras help the system?

2. Why is a flushed face important?

3. Why test people from different ethnicities?

C1–C2

1. How does AI detect drunk driving using behavior and biology?

2. Why are infrared systems important for accuracy?

3. How does testing across ethnicities improve the system?

SPEAKING

(Choose a question level.)

A1–A2 — Foundation
Tip: Use sentence starters for all personal questions. It encourages structured, fluent speech.
(Answer + 1 reason)

“I think ___ because ___.”
“I feel ___ because ___.”
“I trust ___ because ___.”
“This helps because ___.”

Personal Questions:

1. Do you think AI can detect danger? Why?

2. Do you feel safe when driving?

3. Do you trust technology in cars?

4. Do you notice people’s expressions when they drive?

5. Do you think cars should check your pulse?

6. Do you drive often?

7. Do you think drunk driving is dangerous?

8. Do you feel safe at night driving?

9. Do you think infrared cameras are useful?

10. Do you think a flushed face shows illness?

11. Do you trust machines to make decisions?

12. Do you think all cars should have safety systems?

13. Do you feel safe with other drivers?

14. Do you think rules should be stricter?

15. Do you think AI improves safety?

B1–B2 — Expansion
Tip: Use sentence starters for all personal questions. It encourages structured, fluent speech.
(Answer + reason + 2 details)

“I think ___ because ___; for example, ___ and ___.”
“One issue is ___, which affects ___ and ___.”
“I feel ___ because ___; in particular, ___ and ___.”
“This improves safety because ___ and ___.”

Personal Questions:

1. How can AI detect unsafe driving?

2. Why are facial expressions important for safety?

3. How do infrared systems improve driving conditions?

4. Why might a flushed face indicate danger?

5. How can monitoring pulse improve safety?

6. Should all cars include this technology? Why?

7. How does drunk driving affect society?

8. What are common causes of accidents?

9. How can technology reduce accidents?

10. Do you trust AI more than humans? Why?

11. Should governments require safety systems?

12. How does driver behavior affect risk?

13. What role does education play in road safety?

14. Should penalties for drunk driving increase?

15. What other safety features should cars have?

C1–C2 — Depth & Reflection
Tip: Use sentence starters for all personal questions. It encourages structured, fluent speech.
(Reason + multiple details + consequence or reflection)

“I think ___ because ___; for instance, ___, ___, and ___; as a result, ___.”
“One major issue is ___, which influences ___ and ___; however, ___.”
“I believe ___ because ___, including ___ and ___; this leads to ___.”
“This improves outcomes because ___, ___, and ___; ultimately, ___.”

Personal Questions:

1. How effectively can AI detect impaired driving behavior?

2. What are the ethical concerns of monitoring expressions and pulse?

3. How does infrared technology improve accuracy in safety systems?

4. Should physical signs like a flushed face be used to judge drivers?

5. How can diversity in ethnicities improve AI fairness?

6. What risks exist when relying on AI for safety decisions?

7. Should governments mandate AI safety systems in all vehicles?

8. How might drivers react to constant monitoring?

9. Can AI fully replace human judgment in driving?

10. How can data privacy be protected in such systems?

11. What are the long-term impacts of AI in transport?

12. How can technology reduce global accident rates?

13. What balance should exist between safety and freedom?

14. How does culture influence attitudes to road safety?

15. Do you think AI will eliminate drunk driving in the future? Why?