U1W5 Wonders 5th Grade Comprehension Quiz

What is the main argument of each of the authors?

• The author of “Autos Advance” argues that public transportation is a better form of transportation for the future and the author of “The Rail Way” thinks that cars are better.

• The author of “Autos Advance” argues that the driverless car is the vehicle of the future and the author of “The Rail Way” thinks that high-speed trains are the future of transportation.

• The author of “Autos Advance” argues that cars are much more fuel-efficient than before, and the author of “The Rail Way” believes that public transportation will reduce air pollution.

• The author of “Autos Advance” argues that cars are a better form of transportation and the author of “The Rail Way” thinks that public transportation is better.

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What is the main idea of the section “Going Green”?

• Electric cars emit no carbon dioxide.

• Today’s cars are more fuel-efficient than ever.

• Electric cars use less energy than regular cars.

• Public transportation uses less fuel per person than a car.

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According to the article “The Rail Way,” how does public transportation help the environment?

• It produces less pollution.

• It costs less than cars.

• It encourages recycling.

• It saves water.

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According to the article “Autos Advance,” what has the potential to make driving safer and easier?

• electric cars

• driverless cars

• high-speed trains

• public transportation

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Which factor is a drawback to high-speed trains?

• cost

• development

• pollution

• speed

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