Summary
Cars and buses get stuck in long lines during rush hour.
Police are patrolling more and checking the airport.
Practice drills are happening to prepare for the parade.
Key Points
4 points1
Road closures caused traffic jams in the morning.
2
Police increased their patrols and airport security.
3
Mock drills were held to rehearse the big parade.
4
Commuters were asked to use different routes.
New Words to Learn
7 wordssnarls
traffic jams that make cars move very slowly
diversions
alternative routes used when a road is closed
commute
the trip people make to get to work or school
intensify
to become stronger or more frequent
patrols
police rides that move around to keep watch
airport checks
security examinations at the place where planes take off and land
mock drills
practice activities that simulate real events
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