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were used to convey people to and around the city centre. (L5) Would you please find another word to replace “convey”? 1. All this information can be conveyed in a simple diagram. 2. Your luggage will be conveyed to the hotel by taxi. expressed carried Unfortunately, the number of vehicles on the road caused unbelievable traffic ________, and the road became so busy that no one could travel anywhere. (L7) A situation where it is difficult or impossible to move because there are many cars. jams This traffic problem led to the development of the underground system. the development of the underground system The British government gave approval for the construction by the Metropolitan Railway Company. 1854 The construction is officially accepted by the government. However, new trains had to be developed and the plan required raising a large amount of money, so the digging was _________ until 1860. postponeddelay, put off So the pany _______ ________ until 1860. postponed digging 1863 The initial tunnels were opened. beginning Passengers were transported in carriages without windows, which were pulled through the narrow tunnels by steam engines.. Because of the smoke from the steam engines, early underground lines needed large holes leading to the surface at regular intervals, so that people could get fresh air and would not choke. (L21) She choked to death on a fish bone. “I ca