A Different Kind of Ride

What powers the school bus described in the passage 'A Different Kind of Ride'?

• Gasoline

• Electricity

• People power

• Solar energy

What do the pedals in the school bus connect to in the passage 'A Different Kind of Ride'?

• The engine

• The wheels

• The seats

• The roof

What is a nonrenewable resource mentioned in the passage?

• gasoline

• petroleum

• oil

• air

How many wheels does a velomobile have?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

What is one reason Stephen Mosca loves his velomobile?

• it is fast

• it is small

• it is cheap

• it uses no gas, doesn't pollute, and keeps him in shape

What powers the pedal boats mentioned in the passage?

• Wind

• Human energy

• Solar energy

• Electric motor

What allows the water bike to float?

• Wheels

• Pontoons

• Sails

• Propellers

What feature do racing pedal boats have to increase their speed?

• A) A larger sail

• B) A hydrofoil

• C) A heavier weight

• D) A wider base

According to the passage, who has pedaled an aircraft many times?

• Pilots

• Cyclists

• Engineers

• Scientists

What is the weight of the people-powered planes mentioned in the passage?

• Less than 100 pounds

• 200 pounds

• 300 pounds

• 400 pounds