BULLET TRAINS TRAVEL AT SPEEDS OF OVER 150 MILES PER HOUR

 Bullet trains, also called high-speed trains, are very fast trains that run in some countries like Japan and France. These trains can travel at speeds of over 150 miles per hour (240 kilometers per hour). People use bullet trains to travel quickly between cities. In this topic, you will learn how to describe fast transportation and talk about speed using simple English.

Examples:

• Bullet trains travel very fast.

• They go over 150 miles per hour.

• People take bullet trains to save time.

GRAMMAR: Simple Present + Adverbs of Frequency/Speed

We use the simple present tense to describe habits and general truths. To talk about how something happens, we use adverbs such as "quickly," "slowly," or phrases like "at high speed."

Examples:

• Bullet trains travel quickly.

• They usually arrive on time.

• The train moves at high speed.

VOCABULARY

1. Bullet train – a very fast train used for long trips.

2. Speed – how fast something goes.

3. Mile – a unit to measure distance (about 1.6 kilometers).

4. Hour – a unit of time (60 minutes).

5. Fast – moving quickly.

6. Travel – to go from one place to another.

7. Station – a place where trains stop.

8. City – a big town with many people.

9. On time – at the correct time.

10. Save time – to do something faster so you have more free time.

USEFUL EXPRESSIONS

• Bullet trains are very fast.

• They travel over 150 miles per hour.

• I want to save time.

• It’s faster than a car.

• Let’s take the train!

SENTENCES

Positive:

• Bullet trains are fast and modern.

• They travel long distances quickly.

Negative:

• Bullet trains don’t stop in small towns.

• They are not slow.

Questions:

• Do bullet trains travel quickly?

• Is it faster than a bus?

Answers:

• Yes, they are very fast.

• No, buses are slower.

CONVERSATION

Anna: Have you ever taken a bullet train?

Tom: Yes, I took one in Japan last year.

Anna: Was it fast?

Tom: Very fast! It traveled over 150 miles per hour.

Anna: Wow! Did it arrive on time?

Tom: Yes, it was exactly on time. It saved me a lot of time.

Anna: I want to try it one day.

Tom: You should! It’s an amazing experience.

READING

Bullet trains are very popular in countries like Japan, China, and France. These trains are fast, clean, and comfortable. They travel at speeds of over 150 miles per hour. People use them to move quickly between cities. A bullet train can help you save time, especially if you need to go far. Many people like them because they are more comfortable than cars or planes. Also, bullet trains are usually on time and good for the environment.

Questions and Answers:

1. Where are bullet trains popular?

   • In Japan, China, and France.

2. How fast do bullet trains travel?

   • Over 150 miles per hour.

3. Why do people like bullet trains?

   • Because they are fast, clean, and save time.