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Public Transportation Vocabulary
school bus

a large motor vehicle designed to transport students to and from school

Ex: The school district implemented safety measures to ensure students ' well-being while riding the school bus.
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Germany
Germany
[noun]

a country located in central Europe, known for its rich history, vibrant culture, and thriving economy

Ex: The Rhine River is one of the longest rivers in Germany and offers scenic boat cruises .
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passenger
passenger
[noun]

someone traveling in a vehicle, aircraft, ship, etc. who is not the pilot, driver, or a crew member

Ex: The passenger on the cruise ship enjoyed a view of the ocean from her cabin .
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bus
bus
[noun]

a large vehicle that carries many passengers by road

Ex: The bus was full , so I had to stand for the entire journey .
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vehicle
vehicle
[noun]

a means of transportation used to carry people or goods from one place to another, typically on roads or tracks

Ex: The accident involved three vehicles.
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to carry
to carry
[Verb]

to hold someone or something and take them from one place to another

Ex: The shopping bag was heavy because it had to carry groceries for the whole family .
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public transport

the system of transport including buses, trains, etc. that are available for everyone to use, provided by the government or by companies

Ex: He often takes public transport to work , enjoying the opportunity to read or listen to music during his commute .
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to ride
to ride
[Verb]

to travel in a vehicle such as a bus, car, etc.

Ex: As a tourist in the city , she chose to ride a double-decker sightseeing bus to explore the famous landmarks .
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ticket
ticket
[noun]

a piece of paper or card that shows you can do or get something, like ride on a bus or attend an event

Ex: They checked our tickets at the entrance of the stadium .
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to travel
to travel
[Verb]

to journey or move across the entirety of a specific place

Ex: Hoping to escape the winter blues , they decided to travel the Pacific Islands .
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fixed
fixed
[Adjective]

(of a number) having a fixed and unchanging value

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interesting
interesting
[Adjective]

catching and keeping our attention because of being unusual, exciting, etc.

Ex: The teacher made the lesson interesting by including interactive activities .
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France
France
[noun]

a country in Europe known for its famous landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower

Ex: The French Revolution had a significant impact on shaping modern France.
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England
England
[noun]

the largest country in the United Kingdom, located in Western Europe

Ex: London , the capital city of England, is a bustling metropolis with iconic landmarks such as Big Ben and Buckingham Palace .
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motorized
motorized
[Adjective]

fitted with a motor or engine, enabling movement or operation without manual effort

Ex: The museum displayed a motorized bicycle from the early 1900s .
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to appear
to appear
[Verb]

to become visible and noticeable

Ex: Suddenly , a figure appeared in the doorway , silhouetted against the bright light behind them .
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steam engine

a machine that uses steam made from boiling water to produce power and make parts move

Ex: Early steam engines worked by moving pistons with steam .
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gas engine

an internal-combustion engine similar to a gasoline engine but using natural gas instead of gasoline vapor

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reliable
reliable
[Adjective]

able to be trusted to perform consistently well and meet expectations

Ex: The reliable product has a reputation for durability and performance .
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World War II

the war that took place from the year 1939 to 1945 between the axis and the allies

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transport
transport
[noun]

a system or method for carrying people or goods from a place to another by trains, cars, etc.

Ex: Efficient transport is crucial for economic development and connectivity .
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solution
solution
[noun]

a way in which a problem can be solved or dealt with

Ex: Effective communication is often the solution to resolving misunderstandings in relationships .
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cheap
cheap
[Adjective]

having a low price

Ex: The shirt she bought was very cheap; she got it on sale .
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to reduce
to reduce
[Verb]

to make something smaller in amount, degree, price, etc.

Ex: The chef suggested using alternative ingredients to reduce the calorie content of the dish .
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traffic
traffic
[noun]

the coming and going of cars, airplanes, people, etc. in an area at a particular time

Ex: Traffic on the subway was unusually light early in the morning .
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government

the group of politicians in control of a country or state

Ex: In a democratic system , the government is chosen by the people through free and fair elections .
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bus stop
bus stop
[noun]

a place at the side of a road that is usually marked with a sign, where buses regularly stop for passengers

Ex: They decided to walk to the next bus stop, hoping it would be less busy than the one they were at .
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floor
floor
[noun]

all the rooms of a building that are on the same level

Ex: The top floor of the skyscraper was reserved for executive offices and conference rooms , accessible via private elevators .
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double-decker

a vehicle such as a bus, train, or ship with two levels on top of one another, providing additional seating capacity

Ex: Double-decker airplanes are used for long-haul flights , accommodating more passengers and offering additional amenities .
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bendy
bendy
[Adjective]

able to bend easily without breaking

Ex: Bendy rulers are fun because you can twist them around.
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articulated
articulated
[Adjective]

made up of distinct, connected parts that can move or bend

Ex: The articulated lorry made it easier to navigate tight corners.
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environment

the natural world around us where people, animals, and plants live

Ex: The melting polar ice caps are a clear sign of changes in our environment.
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to cause
to cause
[Verb]

to make something happen, usually something bad

Ex: Smoking is known to cause various health problems .
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pollution
pollution
[noun]

a change in water, air, etc. that makes it harmful or dangerous

Ex: The pollution caused by plastic waste is a growing environmental crisis .
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tourist
tourist
[noun]

someone who visits a place or travels to different places for pleasure

Ex: Tourists took several photos of the picturesque landscape .
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sight
sight
[noun]

places that tourists are interested in, particularly those with historical, cultural, or natural significance

Ex: Local tour guides often provide insightful commentary as they lead visitors through the sights, offering fascinating anecdotes and historical context.
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