Reading: a short news story

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1 Read: "The city council approved a congestion charge after a six-month trial reduced traffic by 12 percent." What was approved?

2 Read: "Supporters cite cleaner air, while opponents say the fee will burden small businesses." What contrast is presented?

3 In the report, what does "burden" most nearly mean?

4 Read: "Revenue will fund additional night buses, the council said." What will the money be used for?

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