CLEAN : California gas station customers fill up tanks at high price ahead of Thanksgiving

CLEAN : California gas station customers fill up tanks at high price ahead of Thanksgiving

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Business, Social Studies, Life Skills

9th - 10th Grade

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The transcript discusses the high cost of living in California, particularly focusing on the impact of rising gas prices on commuting and travel. The speaker shares personal experiences of how these costs have affected their holiday travel plans, opting for a 'friendsgiving' instead of visiting family due to high expenses. The discussion also touches on the significant portion of gas prices attributed to taxes and the overall financial burden on residents.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has been the trend in gas prices in California over the past two years according to the speaker?

They have remained the same.

They have decreased.

They have tripled.

They have doubled.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one reason the speaker mentions for the high cost of gas in California?

High taxes

Lack of supply

Poor infrastructure

Increased demand

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How have high gas prices influenced the speaker's Thanksgiving plans?

They decided to travel by train.

They decided to drive home.

They chose to stay in Los Angeles.

They booked an early flight.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What alternative celebration does the speaker plan due to high travel costs?

A virtual family gathering

A solo Thanksgiving dinner

A friendsgiving

A community event

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the speaker feel about the current situation with gas prices?

They are indifferent to the changes.

They are planning to move out of California.

They are optimistic about future changes.

They find it outrageous but are accustomed to it.