The US Government Wants to Stop Fuel Taxes
Introduction
The US government wants to stop fuel taxes for a short time. They want to help people because gas and diesel prices are very high.
Main Body
Gas prices went up 50% because of a war in Iran. The government tried to help, but prices are still high. Now, some leaders want to stop the federal tax on fuel. Some experts say this plan will not work. They think gas stations will keep the money. Also, the price of oil in the world is the main problem. Stopping the tax is bad for roads. The government uses this money to fix highways. The government could lose $3.5 billion every month.
Conclusion
Congress must agree to this plan. Experts say it is a small help and has big problems.
Learning
🛠️ The 'Will' Tool
In the text, we see: "this plan will not work" and "stations will keep the money."
Use will when you are guessing the future. It is like a crystal ball 🔮.
How to build it:
- Person + will + action.
- Example: The price will go down.
How to say NO:
- Person + will not + action.
- Example: The government will not stop the tax.
💰 Money Words
| Word | Meaning | Example from text |
|---|---|---|
| Tax | Money you pay to the government | federal tax on fuel |
| Lose | To not have something anymore | lose $3.5 billion |
| Price | How much something costs | gas prices are very high |
💡 Simple Logic: Cause → Result
Look at how the article connects ideas:
- War in Iran Prices went up.
- Stop the tax Less money for roads.