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be controlled. Many cities are filled with the deafening
roar of large trucks, and the low rumble of an interstate

highway is audible for miles in some places. Noise

barriers around interstates and the development of

quieter engines are two possible ways to mute the

deafening roar of large trucks.

Finally, truck traffic through residential areas needs to be

strictly limited. As cities and towns become more spread

out and roads become better, trucks are encroaching on

residential areas. They move cargo over roads that are

not built for heavy vehicles. Their noise and pollution

disturb the peace of the neighborhood, and their speed
endangers children who play or ride their bikes in the

streets. Laws are needed to preserve the peace of

residential neighborhoods by keeping heavy trucks on

the interstates and major roadways that are built to

withstand truck traffic.

The trucking industry is essential, but like any other

industry, it must be regulated to preserve safety, prevent

pollution, and preserve the peace of residential

neighborhoods.

Questions

1. In the space below, write the thesis statement of

the essay.