UNIT 7. TRAFFIC

A/ READING TEXT

Traffic in big cities can be very difficult to manage. With more cars on the road, traffic jams happen often, making travel slower and frustrating for drivers.

Many cities are improving public transportation to encourage people to use buses, trains, and bicycles instead of cars. This helps reduce the number of vehicles on the road and eases traffic. For example, Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City are expanding bus networks and building new metro lines to make commuting easier.

Strict traffic laws are also important. These include speed limits, traffic signals, and rules for pedestrian crossings. Following these laws helps keep the roads orderly and safe. Traffic police help manage and direct traffic, especially during busy times or accidents.

Technology is helping too. Traffic systems use cameras and sensors to monitor traffic and adjust signals. Mobile apps give real-time traffic updates, helping drivers choose less crowded routes.

Even with these efforts, traffic is still a big problem in many cities. More investment in public transportation, infrastructure, and technology is needed to create better and safer traffic conditions.

Multiple Choice Questions:

1. What is one way cities are trying to improve traffic conditions?

   a) By increasing the number of cars on the road

   b) By reducing public transportation options

   c) By expanding bus networks and building new metro lines

   d) By removing traffic signals

2. Why are strict traffic laws important?

   a) They increase the number of traffic jams

   b) They help keep roads orderly and safe

   c) They reduce the need for traffic police

   d) They make driving more difficult

3. What role do traffic police play in managing traffic?

   a) They enforce speed limits only

   b) They help manage and direct traffic, especially during busy times or accidents

   c) They design new metro lines

   d) They remove old traffic signs

4. How does technology help with traffic management?

   a) By decreasing the number of traffic signals

   b) By using cameras and sensors to monitor traffic and adjust signals

   c) By increasing the number of cars on the road

   d) By eliminating mobile apps for traffic updates

5. What is one of the main goals of improving public transportation?

   a) To make travel more frustrating for drivers

   b) To increase the number of vehicles on the road

   c) To encourage people to use buses, trains, and bicycles instead of cars

   d) To reduce the number of pedestrian crossings

TRUE/FALSE Questions:

1. Traffic jams are less common in big cities with more cars on the road. (TRUE/ FALSE)

2. Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City are expanding their bus networks and building new metro lines. (TRUE/ FALSE)

3. Traffic laws like speed limits and traffic signals help keep the roads orderly and safe.

(TRUE/ FALSE)

4. Traffic police do not play a role in managing traffic during accidents. (TRUE/ FALSE)

5. Technology like cameras and mobile apps are used to monitor traffic and provide real-time updates. (TRUE/ FALSE)