| Keyword | Description |
|---|---|
| Churro | A fried dough pastry often coated with cinnamon sugar. |
| Suspicious package | An unattended object that might be dangerous. |
| Metro | An underground train system for public transport. |
In Mexico City, a train ride on the Metro and a delicious churro are popular activities. But sometimes, these two don’t mix well! Recently, a box left on the Metro Line 7 caused concern. A passenger saw the unattended box and told Metro security. The officers acted quickly, following the rules for dealing with suspicious packages.
When officers opened the box, they found it was full of churros, ready to be sold. The discovery made people laugh, and the story spread on social media. Many joked that a forgotten phone would have caused less worry than the churros did.
The Metro staff reminded everyone not to touch or move items left alone. Instead, they should tell security staff. Line 7 travels through many busy areas in the city, and before the pandemic, it had about 300,000 riders each day.
Churros are an important part of Mexico City’s street food. They are often sold at markets and fairs. One famous place to get churros is Churrería El Moro, which started in Mexico City in 1935.
Bridging words
These words sound similar in English and Spanish: Why not practice them now?
| English | Spanish |
|---|---|
| Metro | Metro |
| Inspection | Inspección |
| Chocolate | Chocolate |
Time to discuss
- Why do you think the officers checked the box so carefully?
- How would you feel if you found a box of churros on the train?
- What should you do if you see an unattended package?
Let’s Write
Answer the following questions in one paragraph.
- Describe what happened with the box on the Metro Line 7.
- Why are churros a popular snack in Mexico City?
