Dr. Jackson's Challenging Journey

Based on this information, the reader can infer that —

• gasoline was extremely expensive in 1903

• the Winton car was not fuel-efficient

• infrastructure for automobiles was limited at the time

• Jackson was worried about running out of money

Which sentence from the passage best supports the idea that Dr. Jackson's trip was a significant challenge?

• Jackson was ready to go in only four days.

• The wealthy young doctor had enough money, time, and optimism for such an adventure.

• Virtually everything on the car that could break did at some point, and Jackson and Crocker lost 19 days waiting for parts to be delivered by train.

• Jackson stayed close to railroad routes and the Erie Canal, but he still got lost a few times.

Which of the following best explains why the author includes information about the two other expeditions in paragraph 9?

• To show that Dr. Jackson's trip was not unique

• To emphasize the competitive nature of the automobile industry

• To provide context for Dr. Jackson's achievement

• To demonstrate the superiority of the Winton car

Based on paragraph 10, what was the primary impact of Jackson's trip on America's infrastructure?

• It led to the immediate construction of new highways

• It sparked a movement to improve the nation's roads

• It resulted in the creation of a national road map

• It caused the government to invest in new automobile technology

Which of the following best describes a lesson that can be learned from Jackson's journey?

• The importance of avoiding risky adventures

• The value of perseverance and problem-solving in facing challenges

• The superiority of train travel over automobile travel

• The need for government funding in private expeditions