Stuck in China’s Longest Traffic Jam

This lesson dives into the chaotic, unbelievable traffic jam that hit China after Golden Week — a “red river” of brake lights that stretched for miles and barely moved for a whole day. Students look at how millions of people heading home at once turned highways into parking lots and how the internet reacted with memes, jokes, and frustration. It’s not just about cars though, it’s about what happens when modern comfort meets poor planning. The story opens up conversations about travel culture, city design, and how people stay patient (or lose it) in extreme situations.