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1. Are traffic jams a problem where you live?
Yes, definitely! Every morning around 9 and every single evening after 5:30, it’s rush hour
and traffic gets congested (= heavy). It’s a big waste of time for everybody to get stuck in traffic.
The problem is that more and more people have a private vehicle now, but the roads are still too
narrow in my hometown. I am sure it is the same in most cities around China.
2. Do you feel that transport systems are getting better where you live?
No, it is getting worse. Although there are definitely more buses than in the past, there are
also many more people living in my city than 10 years ago. So buses are packed all the time. In
addition, since the economy is developing, many people are making good money and they can
afford to buy an automobile. As a result, many people drive their own car in the morning instead
of using public transportation, so traffic gets even worse. Buses should have their own lanes in
order to be able to drive faster. I think it would encourage people to use public transport. Actually,
I really think the government should regulate traffic according to license plate numbers, or
completely ban cars from the city.
3. Do you think daily life is becoming noisier?
Without a doubt! The number of cars is growing and drivers always honk their horns,
especially at intersections. In addition, most people in my city own an electric bike, which is
equipped with an alarm that goes off whenever someone barely touches them. The sound is
unbearable. Downtown, many shops play loud music to attract clients. I don’t know what they are
thinking; I find it so annoying!
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