Warm Up
Did you take the bus to work?
Do you ride a bicycle every day?
Have you ever gone on a road trip?
Reading
Germany Introduces Affordable Public Transit Tickets
Germany has recently made an exciting announcement about its public transportation system. Starting next year, people in Germany will be able to purchase affordable tickets to use buses, trains, and trams across the country. This initiative aims to make public transportation more accessible and affordable for everyone.
The new ticket prices will be based on income, which means that people with lower incomes will pay less for their tickets compared to those with higher incomes. This way, everyone can afford to use public transportation, regardless of their financial situation. This decision comes as part of Germany's efforts to reduce traffic congestion and air pollution. By encouraging more people to use public transportation, the government hopes to make cities cleaner and more livable for everyone.
Also, the new ticket system will also benefit the environment by reducing the number of cars on the road. Public transportation produces fewer greenhouse gas emissions compared to individual cars, making it a more sustainable option for getting around.
Reading Comprehension
What is Germany introducing next year?
What are the goals of the program?
How will ticket prices be determined?
Discussion Questions
Do people use public transportation in your country?
Do you think affordable public transit tickets improve people's lives?
Have you ever used public transportation in Germany? What was your experience like?
Do you think your country should do the same thing as Germany?
If public transportation were cheaper in your city, would you use it more?
Do you think cheaper public transit tickets will encourage more people to use public transportation?
What do you think are some benefits of using public transportation compared to driving a car?
How could the introduction of affordable public transit tickets affect the environment?
What do you think might be some reasons why people choose to use or not use public transportation?
What are some potential drawbacks of relying heavily on public transportation?
