33. E-rickshaws driving away pollution

What type of vehicles are popular among poorer workers in India?

• Luxury cars
• Two- and three-wheelers
• Electric buses
• Cargo trucks

What percentage of two- and three-wheelers in India are now electric?

• Over 25%
• Over 50%
• About 10%
• Over 75%

What is the biggest automobile market in the world according to the programme?

• US
• China
• India
• Japan

Why is the environmental benefit of EVs debated?

• EVs are slow
• They require lots of maintenance
• Electricity may come from polluting sources
• They are too small

What is a key reason EVs are appealing in India?

• Luxury features
• Accessibility and affordability
• Color options
• Export value

What transport issue does India face compared to places like London or Singapore?

• Too many flights
• Lack of fancy restaurants
• Underdeveloped public transport
• Expensive taxis

What is "smog"?

• Cloudy weather
• Traffic light failure
• Air pollution from smoke and fumes
• Noise pollution

Why are children more affected by smog?

• They breathe more
• They are active
• They are smaller and closer to exhausts
• They eat outside

What expression did Graihaigh Jackson use to show surprise at schools shutting?

• Wow
• Oops
• Gosh
• Alas

What is the Indian government’s goal for electric vehicle use by 2030?

• 10%
• 20%
• 30%
• 50%