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A Border Visit Gives Pope Leo a Bridge Metaphor

In this lesson: Explain how a physical link can support a wider message.

Name: __________________________ Date: __________________

Read the story

Pope Leo addressed an estimated 40,000 people in Paysandú, Uruguay, on November 7, Reuters reported. Many had waited overnight in rain.

He urged people to bridge their differences, referring to the nearby General Artigas International Bridge.

The bridge connects Uruguay and Argentina. In his message, a physical link became an example of communication and cooperation.

Source: Reuters, 2026-11-07. https://www.marketscreener.com/news/pope-leo-urges-south-america-to-bridge-divides-on-uruguay-argentina-border-ce785fd2d18cf323

Read and practise

1. Which countries does the bridge connect?

   1. Uruguay and Peru
   2. Argentina and Brazil
   3. Uruguay and Argentina

2. How certain is the crowd figure?

   1. It is presented as an estimate
   2. It is presented as an exact count
   3. It is presented as the expected audience for a future visit

Your turn

Explain the connection between the landmark and the message.

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