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VOCAB-TEST-READING-CAM-15-TEST-1-PASSAGE-2-DRIVERLESS-CARS

Total questions: 160

Worksheet time: 53mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which term is closest in meaning to "automated vehicles" in this context: "The integration of automated vehicles into urban transport systems promises to enhance safety and efficiency."

a)

Manual cars

b)

Autonomous conveyances

c)

Conventional automobiles

d)

Human-operated machines

2.

Which term is closest in meaning to "adapt" in this context: "Urban planners must adapt infrastructure to accommodate the rise of driverless technology."

a)

Maintain unchanged

b)

Modify accordingly

c)

Resist adjustment

d)

Preserve rigidly

3.

Which term is closest in meaning to "implement" in this context: "Governments should implement stringent regulations to ensure the safe operation of autonomous vehicles."

a)

Ignore

b)

Enforce

c)

Delay

d)

Abolish

4.

Which term is closest in meaning to "mass production" in this context: "Mass production of driverless cars has reduced costs, making them accessible to urban commuters."

a)

Limited manufacturing

b)

Bulk fabrication

c)

Individual crafting

d)

Niche assembly

5.

Which term is closest in meaning to "on the horizon" in this context: "Fully autonomous transport systems are on the horizon, poised to transform urban mobility."

a)

Distant and unlikely

b)

Imminent and forthcoming

c)

Obsolete and fading

d)

Irrelevant and ignored

6.

Which term is closest in meaning to "capabilities" in this context: "The capabilities of driverless vehicles include advanced navigation and collision avoidance."

a)

Limitations

b)

Competencies

c)

Weaknesses

d)

Restrictions

7.

Which term is closest in meaning to "make significant contributions to" in this context: "Autonomous vehicles make significant contributions to reducing urban congestion."

a)

Minimally affect

b)

Substantially enhance

c)

Negligibly influence

d)

Adversely impact

8.

Which term is closest in meaning to "advance" in this context: "Technological innovations advance the development of safe autonomous transport systems."

a)

Hinder

b)

Propel

c)

Stagnate

d)

Reverse

9.

Which term is closest in meaning to "motive" in this context: "The motive behind driverless car development is to mitigate human error in road safety."

a)

Obstacle

b)

Incentive

c)

Disadvantage

d)

Consequence

10.

Which term is closest in meaning to "demonstrate" in this context: "Autonomous vehicles demonstrate superior efficiency in navigating urban environments."

a)

Conceal

b)

Exhibit

c)

Undermine

d)

Refute

11.

Which term is closest in meaning to "road collisions" in this context: "Road collisions caused by human error could be reduced through vehicle automation."

a)

Traffic incidents

b)

Smooth journeys

c)

Highway expansions

d)

Urban detours

12.

Which term is closest in meaning to "a contributory factor" in this context: "Human error is a contributory factor in the prevalence of urban road accidents."

a)

Irrelevant element

b)

Supporting cause

c)

Sole determinant

d)

Negligible aspect

13.

Which term is closest in meaning to "the primary cause" in this context: "The primary cause of road accidents is often attributed to driver distraction."

a)

Secondary reason

b)

Chief catalyst

c)

Minor influence

d)

Unrelated factor

14.

Which term is closest in meaning to "the vast majority" in this context: "The vast majority of urban accidents involve human error, supporting automation."

a)

A small fraction

b)

B) Nearly all

c)

C) An equal portion

d)

D) A moderate segment

15.

Which term is closest in meaning to "the implications" in this context: "The implications of vehicle automation include potential job displacement in transport sectors."

a)

Benefits

b)

Ramifications

c)

Certainties

d)

Irrelevancies

16.

Which term is closest in meaning to "productive" in this context: "Autonomous vehicles make commuting more productive by allowing multitasking."

a)

Inefficient

b)

Fruitful

c)

Redundant

d)

Disruptive

17.

Which term is closest in meaning to "socialise" in this context: "Driverless cars enable passengers to socialise during commutes, enhancing urban life."

a)

Isolate

b)

Interact

c)

Disengage

d)

Withdraw

18.

Which term is closest in meaning to "mobility" in this context: "Autonomous vehicles enhance mobility for disabled individuals in urban settings."

a)

Immobility

b)

Transportability

c)

Stagnation

d)

Confinement

19.

Which term is closest in meaning to "autonomy" in this context: "Driverless cars grant travel autonomy to those with mobility challenges."

a)

Dependence

b)

Independence

c)

Restriction

d)

Subordination

20.

Which term is closest in meaning to "initiatives" in this context: "Government initiatives to trial autonomous vehicles aim to improve urban safety."

a)

Inactions

b)

Campaigns

c)

Obstructions

d)

Delays

21.

Which term is closest in meaning to "viable" in this context: "Autonomous vehicles must be viable to gain widespread urban adoption."

a)

Impractical

b)

Feasible

c)

Unworkable

d)

Unattainable

22.

Which term is closest in meaning to "a significant proportion of" in this context: "A significant proportion of commuters could benefit from driverless technology."

a)

A negligible portion

b)

A substantial segment

c)

A minor fraction

d)

An insignificant share

23.

Which term is closest in meaning to "investigate" in this context: "Researchers investigate the safety implications of autonomous vehicle systems."

a)

Ignore

b)

Scrutinize

c)

Overlook

d)

Dismiss

24.

Which term is closest in meaning to "ownership" in this context: "Vehicle ownership may decline as shared autonomous transport gains traction."

a)

Rental

b)

Possession

c)

Borrowing

d)

Leasing

25.

Which term is closest in meaning to "annual" in this context: "The annual mileage of autonomous vehicles is projected to increase significantly."

a)

Occasional

b)

Yearly

c)

Monthly

d)

Sporadic

26.

Which term is closest in meaning to "intensive" in this context: "Intensive research into vehicle automation addresses complex technical challenges."

a)

Superficial

b)

Rigorous

c)

Casual

d)

Minimal

27.

Which term is closest in meaning to "turnover" in this context: "The turnover of traditional vehicles may slow with the rise of shared autonomous cars."

a)

Stability

b)

Replacement

c)

Retention

d)

Continuity

28.

Which term is closest in meaning to "prompt" in this context: "Safety concerns prompt governments to regulate autonomous vehicle deployment."

a)

A) Discourage

b)

B) Stimulate

c)

C) Delay

d)

D) Prevent

29.

Which term is closest in meaning to "make a compromise" in this context: "Urban planners must make a compromise between automation and employment concerns."

a)

Refuse agreement

b)

Negotiate a balance

c)

Enforce rigidity

d)

Reject concessions

30.

Which term is closest in meaning to "occupied with" in this context: "Commuters occupied with work during autonomous commutes gain productivity."

a)

Disengaged from

b)

Engrossed in

c)

Detached from

d)

Unconcerned with

31.

Which term is closest in meaning to "efficient" in this context: "Autonomous vehicles offer efficient solutions to urban congestion challenges."

a)

Wasteful

b)

Streamlined

c)

Ineffective

d)

Cumbersome

32.

Which term is closest in meaning to "exceptional" in this context: "The exceptional navigation systems of driverless cars enhance urban safety."

a)

Ordinary

b)

Remarkable

c)

Mediocre

d)

Standard

33.

Which term is closest in meaning to "hurdles" in this context: "Technical hurdles impede the widespread adoption of autonomous vehicles."

a)

Facilitators

b)

Obstacles

c)

Advantages

d)

Enablers

34.

Which term is closest in meaning to "technical difficulties" in this context: "Technical difficulties in autonomous systems require rigorous research."

a)

Operational ease

b)

Engineering challenges

c)

Functional simplicity

d)

Technological advantages

35.

Which term is closest in meaning to "infinite" in this context: "The potential applications of autonomous vehicles appear infinite in urban planning."

a)

Limited

b)

Boundless

c)

Finite

d)

Constrained

36.

Which term is closest in meaning to "encounter" in this context: "Developers encounter regulatory challenges when deploying driverless technology."

a)

Avoid

b)

Confront

c)

Bypass

d)

Evade

37.

Which term is closest in meaning to "liability" in this context: "Determining liability in autonomous vehicle accidents poses legal complexities."

a)

Exemption

b)

Accountability

c)

Immunity

d)

Freedom

38.

Which term is closest in meaning to "enforcement" in this context: "Strict enforcement of regulations ensures the safety of autonomous vehicles."

a)

Relaxation

b)

Implementation

c)

Neglect

d)

Avoidance

39.

Which term is closest in meaning to "robust" in this context: "Robust systems in driverless cars ensure reliability in urban environments."

a)

Fragile

b)

Resilient

c)

Unstable

d)

Weak

40.

Which term is closest in meaning to "conquer" in this context: "Researchers aim to conquer technical challenges in autonomous vehicle development."

a)

Succumb to

b)

Overcome

c)

Ignore

d)

Exacerbate

41.

Which term is closest in meaning to "potentially" in this context: "Autonomous vehicles potentially transform urban mobility for disabled commuters."

a)

Definitely

b)

Possibly

c)

Unlikely

d)

Certainly

42.

Which term is closest in meaning to "technological developments" in this context: "Technological developments in automation enhance urban transport efficiency."

a)

Scientific regressions

b)

Tech advancements

c)

Mechanical setbacks

d)

Industrial declines

43.

Which term is closest in meaning to "make concrete predictions" in this context: "Experts make concrete predictions about the future of autonomous transport."

a)

Offer vague guesses

b)

Provide firm forecasts

c)

Avoid projections

d)

Dismiss estimates

44.

Which term is closest in meaning to "appropriate" in this context: "Appropriate regulations are essential for the safe integration of driverless cars."

a)

Inadequate

b)

Suitable

c)

Irrelevant

d)

Excessive

45.

Which term is closest in meaning to "transition" in this context: "The transition to autonomous vehicles requires significant urban infrastructure changes."

a)

Stagnation

b)

Shift

c)

Reversion

d)

Continuity

46.

Which term is closest in meaning to "stereotypes" in this context: "Stereotypes about autonomous vehicles as unsafe hinder public acceptance."

a)

Facts

b)

Prejudices

c)

Truths

d)

Realities

47.

Which term is closest in meaning to "consensus" in this context: "A global consensus supports the development of autonomous transport systems."

a)

Disagreement

b)

Accord

c)

Conflict

d)

Division

48.

Which term is closest in meaning to "accurate" in this context: "Accurate navigation systems are critical for the safety of driverless cars."

a)

Imprecise

b)

Precise

c)

Erroneous

d)

Vague

49.

Which term is closest in meaning to "envious of" in this context: "Commuters are envious of those with access to autonomous transport services."

a)

Indifferent to

b)

Jealous of

c)

Supportive of

d)

Unaware of

50.

Which term is closest in meaning to "nurture" in this context: "Cities nurture innovation in autonomous vehicle technology to enhance mobility."

a)

Neglect

b)

Foster

c)

Suppress

d)

Discourage

51.

Which term is closest in meaning to "revolve around" in this context: "Urban planning increasingly revolves around autonomous transport solutions."

a)

Diverges from

b)

Centers on

c)

Ignores

d)

Excludes

52.

Which term is closest in meaning to "harsh" in this context: "Harsh regulations on autonomous vehicles may stifle innovation in urban mobility."

a)

Lenient

b)

Severe

c)

Flexible

d)

Mild

53.

Which term is closest in meaning to "a couple of" in this context: "A couple of cities have pioneered autonomous vehicle trials successfully."

a)

Numerous

b)

Several

c)

Countless

d)

Many

54.

Which term is closest in meaning to "academic performance" in this context: "Digital tools significantly enhance academic performance in urban schools."

a)

Scholastic results

b)

Athletic achievements

c)

Social skills

d)

Artistic talents

55.

Which term is closest in meaning to "a socioeconomic status" in this context: "A socioeconomic status influences access to quality education and technology."

a)

Cultural background

b)

Economic position

c)

Political affiliation

d)

Geographic location

56.

Which term is closest in meaning to "verbalize" in this context: "Students verbalize their concerns about digital learning in urban classrooms."

a)

Suppress

b)

Articulate

c)

Conceal

d)

Ignore

57.

Which term is closest in meaning to "sibling rivalry" in this context: "Sibling rivalry can motivate students to excel in academic pursuits."

a)

Family harmony

b)

Brotherly competition

c)

Parental favoritism

d)

Peer collaboration

58.

Which term is closest in meaning to "apologise to" in this context: "Manufacturers may apologise to the public for autonomous vehicle malfunctions."

a)

Criticize

b)

Express regret to

c)

Defend against

d)

Ignore

59.

Which term is closest in meaning to "put up with" in this context: "Commuters put up with urban congestion, awaiting autonomous transport solutions."

a)

Enjoy

b)

Endure

c)

Avoid

d)

Embrace

60.

Which term is closest in meaning to "amicable" in this context: "Amicable collaborations between cities and tech firms advance autonomous vehicle trials."

a)

Hostile

b)

Cordial

c)

Competitive

d)

Indifferent

61.

Which term is closest in meaning to "driverless cars" in this context: "Driverless cars promise safer roads"?

a)

Manual vehicles

b)

Self-driving cars

c)

Traditional automobiles

d)

Human-operated cars

62.

Which term is closest in meaning to "the automotive sector" in this context: "The automotive sector invests in automation"?

a)

Retail industry

b)

Vehicle industry

c)

Textile sector

d)

Agriculture field

63.

Which term is closest in meaning to "vehicle automation" in this context: "Vehicle automation reduces human error"?

a)

Manual driving

b)

Automated driving

c)

Mechanical repairs

d)

Traditional transport

64.

Which term is closest in meaning to "adapt" in this context: "Manufacturers adapt to new technologies"?

a)

A) Resist

b)

B) Adjust

c)

C) Ignore

d)

D) Reject

65.

Which term is closest in meaning to "manufacturing" in this context: "Manufacturing of driverless cars is advancing"?

a)

Sales

b)

Production

c)

Marketing

d)

Distribution

66.

Which term is closest in meaning to "implement" in this context: "Companies implement automation systems"?

a)

Abandon

b)

Apply

c)

Avoid

d)

Delay

67.

Which term is closest in meaning to "the implementation of" in this context: "The implementation of automation improves safety"?

a)

Removal of

b)

Application of

c)

Rejection of

d)

Neglect of

68.

Which term is closest in meaning to "onwards" in this context: "Progress in automation began in 2020 onwards"?

a)

Before

b)

Henceforth

c)

Earlier

d)

Previously

69.

Which term is closest in meaning to "significant cost savings" in this context: "Automation offers significant cost savings"?

a)

Minor expenses

b)

Major reductions

c)

Small profits

d)

Increased costs

70.

Which term is closest in meaning to "reliability and flexibility" in this context: "Driverless cars provide reliability and flexibility"?

a)

Instability and rigidity

b)

Dependability and adaptability

c)

Unpredictability and stiffness

d)

Failure and limitation

71.

Which term is closest in meaning to "mass production" in this context: "Mass production lowers vehicle costs"?

a)

Limited output

b)

Bulk manufacturing

c)

Individual crafting

d)

Small-scale production

72.

Which term is closest in meaning to "on the horizon" in this context: "New technologies are on the horizon"?

a)

Distant past

b)

Imminent future

c)

Long gone

d)

Far behind

73.

Which term is closest in meaning to "capabilities" in this context: "Automation enhances vehicle capabilities"?

a)

Limitations

b)

Abilities

c)

Weaknesses

d)

Flaws

74.

Which term is closest in meaning to "make significant contributions to" in this context: "Automation makes significant contributions to safety"?

a)

Neglects

b)

Greatly adds to

c)

Ignores

d)

Reduces

75.

Which term is closest in meaning to "driver assistance systems" in this context: "Driver assistance systems improve road safety"?

a)

Manual controls

b)

Support technologies

c)

Basic engines

d)

Traditional brakes

76.

Which term is closest in meaning to "announce" in this context: "Companies announce new automation trials"?

a)

Conceal

b)

Declare

c)

Hide

d)

Suppress

77.

Which term is closest in meaning to "trial (v)" in this context: "Cities trial autonomous vehicles"?

a)

Abandon

b)

Test

c)

Reject

d)

Ignore

78.

Which term is closest in meaning to "progress" in this context: "Automation drives technological progress"?

a)

Regression

b)

Advancement

c)

Stagnation

d)

Decline

79.

Which term is closest in meaning to "gather pace" in this context: "Automation efforts gather pace globally"?

a)

Slow down

b)

Accelerate

c)

Stop

d)

Decline

80.

Which term is closest in meaning to "advance (v)" in this context: "Technologies advance vehicle safety"?

a)

Hinder

b)

Improve

c)

Block

d)

Delay

81.

Which term is closest in meaning to "motive" in this context: "Safety is the motive for automation"?

a)

Obstacle

b)

Reason

c)

Barrier

d)

Hindrance

82.

Which term is closest in meaning to "demonstrate" in this context: "Trials demonstrate automation’s benefits"?

a)

Hide

b)

Show

c)

Conceal

d)

Disprove

83.

Which term is closest in meaning to "road collisions" in this context: "Road collisions decrease with automation"?

a)

Traffic accidents

b)

Smooth journeys

c)

Safe travels

d)

Clear roads

84.

Which term is closest in meaning to "human error" in this context: "Human error causes most accidents"?

a)

Machine failure

b)

Human mistake

c)

System fault

d)

Technical glitch

85.

Which term is closest in meaning to "a contributory factor" in this context: "Fatigue is a contributory factor in crashes"?

a)

Minor detail

b)

Influencing cause

c)

Unrelated issue

d)

Insignificant element

86.

Which term is closest in meaning to "the primary cause" in this context: "Human error is the primary cause of collisions"?

a)

Secondary reason

b)

Main reason

c)

Minor factor

d)

Unimportant cause

87.

Which term is closest in meaning to "the vast majority" in this context: "The vast majority of accidents are avoidable"?

a)

Small fraction

b)

Most

c)

Tiny portion

d)

Minority

88.

Which term is closest in meaning to "the incidence" in this context: "The incidence of crashes is declining"?

a)

Increase

b)

Occurrence

c)

Growth

d)

Expansion

89.

Which term is closest in meaning to "productive" in this context: "Automation makes transport more productive"?

a)

Inefficient

b)

Efficient

c)

Unproductive

d)

Slow

90.

Which term is closest in meaning to "socialise" in this context: "Driverless cars allow passengers to socialise"?

a)

Isolate

b)

Interact

c)

Withdraw

d)

Disconnect

91.

Which term is closest in meaning to "have responsibility for" in this context: "Drivers have responsibility for vehicle control"?

a)

Avoid duty for

b)

Be accountable for

c)

Ignore obligation for

d)

Reject liability for

92.

Which term is closest in meaning to "safe control" in this context: "Automation ensures safe control of vehicles"?

a)

Dangerous operation

b)

Secure management

c)

Risky handling

d)

Unsafe direction

93.

Which term is closest in meaning to "be challenged by" in this context: "Automation is challenged by technical issues"?

a)

Be supported by

b)

Be hindered by

c)

Be aided by

d)

Be promoted by

94.

Which term is closest in meaning to "existing mobility models" in this context: "Existing mobility models are outdated"?

a)

New transport systems

b)

Current transport systems

c)

Future travel plans

d)

Innovative mobility designs

95.

Which term is closest in meaning to "disabled travellers" in this context: "Disabled travellers benefit from automation"?

a)

Able-bodied commuters

b)

Impaired commuters

c)

Healthy passengers

d)

Fit travelers

96.

Which term is closest in meaning to "travel autonomy" in this context: "Travel autonomy empowers passengers"?

a)

Travel restriction

b)

Travel independence

c)

Transport limitation

d)

Mobility control

97.

Which term is closest in meaning to "direct benefits" in this context: "Automation offers direct benefits to users"?

a)

Indirect advantages

b)

Immediate advantages

c)

Minor gains

d)

Secondary perks

98.

Which term is closest in meaning to "the implications" in this context: "The implications of automation are far-reaching"?

a)

Consequences

b)

Benefits

c)

Advantages

d)

Solutions

99.

Which term is closest in meaning to "initiatives" in this context: "Government initiatives promote automation"?

a)

Obstacles

b)

Projects

c)

Barriers

d)

Restrictions

100.

Which term is closest in meaning to "viable" in this context: "Automation is a viable solution for mobility"?

a)

Impractical

b)

Feasible

c)

Unworkable

d)

Unrealistic

101.

Which term is closest in meaning to "a significant proportion of the population" in this context: "A significant proportion of the population uses automation"?

a)

Small minority

b)

Large portion

c)

Tiny fraction

d)

Limited group

102.

Which term is closest in meaning to "mobility demand" in this context: "Mobility demand drives automation growth"?

a)

A) Travel need

b)

B) Transport surplus

c)

C) Movement reduction

d)

D) Commuting decline

103.

Which term is closest in meaning to "investigate" in this context: "Scientists investigate automation’s impact"?

a)

Ignore

b)

Examine

c)

Overlook

d)

Dismiss

104.

Which term is closest in meaning to "vehicle ownership" in this context: "Vehicle ownership is declining due to automation"?

a)

Car leasing

b)

Car possession

c)

Vehicle rental

d)

Automobile sharing

105.

Which term is closest in meaning to "annual" in this context: "Annual mileage reports show trends"?

a)

Monthly

b)

Yearly

c)

Weekly

d)

Daily

106.

Which term is closest in meaning to "mileage" in this context: "Automation reduces vehicle mileage"?

a)

Fuel cost

b)

Distance traveled

c)

Engine power

d)

Maintenance cost

107.

Which term is closest in meaning to "intensive" in this context: "Intensive research improves automation"?

a)

Minimal

b)

Rigorous

c)

Simple

d)

Basic

108.

Which term is closest in meaning to "the rate of turnover" in this context: "The rate of turnover in car sales is high"?

a)

Stability rate

b)

Replacement rate

c)

Consistency level

d)

Retention rate

109.

Which term is closest in meaning to "prompt (v)" in this context: "Innovations prompt new regulations"?

a)

Delay

b)

Trigger

c)

Prevent

d)

Stop

110.

Which term is closest in meaning to "purchase access to" in this context: "Passengers purchase access to shared vehicles"?

a)

Rent access to

b)

Avoid access to

c)

Deny access to

d)

Restrict access to

111.

Which term is closest in meaning to "a range of" in this context: "A range of vehicles supports mobility"?

a)

Limited set of

b)

Variety of

c)

Single type of

d)

Uniform group of

112.

Which term is closest in meaning to "have the freedom to" in this context: "Automation allows users to have the freedom to travel"?

a)

Be restricted to

b)

Be able to

c)

Be prohibited from

d)

Be limited to

113.

Which term is closest in meaning to "make a compromise" in this context: "Manufacturers make a compromise on costs"?

a)

Avoid agreement

b)

Reach a balance

c)

Reject terms

d)

Ignore solutions

114.

Which term is closest in meaning to "be unoccupied" in this context: "Driverless cars can be unoccupied during trips"?

a)

Be occupied

b)

Be empty

c)

Be full

d)

Be crowded

115.

Which term is closest in meaning to "efficient" in this context: "Automation makes transport efficient"?

a)

Ineffective

b)

Productive

c)

Slow

d)

Wasteful

116.

Which term is closest in meaning to "specialised" in this context: "Specialised vehicles serve disabled travelers"?

a)

General

b)

Tailored

c)

Common

d)

Standard

117.

Which term is closest in meaning to "exceptional" in this context: "Automation offers exceptional benefits"?

a)

Ordinary

b)

Outstanding

c)

Average

d)

Typical

118.

Which term is closest in meaning to "hurdles" in this context: "Automation faces technical hurdles"?

a)

Solutions

b)

Obstacles

c)

Advantages

d)

Benefits

119.

Which term is closest in meaning to "technical difficulties" in this context: "Technical difficulties slow automation"?

a)

Simple fixes

b)

Technological challenges

c)

Easy solutions

d)

Minor issues

120.

Which term is closest in meaning to "infinite" in this context: "Automation’s potential seems infinite"?

a)

Limited

b)

Boundless

c)

Finite

d)

Restricted

121.

Which term is closest in meaning to "encounter" in this context: "Manufacturers encounter regulatory issues"?

a)

Avoid

b)

Face

c)

Ignore

d)

Bypass

122.

Which term is closest in meaning to "regulatory challenges" in this context: "Regulatory challenges hinder automation"?

a)

Legal obstacles

b)

Technical solutions

c)

Financial benefits

d)

Safety advantages

123.

Which term is closest in meaning to "liability" in this context: "Liability concerns affect automation adoption"?

a)

Benefit

b)

Responsibility

c)

Advantage

d)

Gain

124.

Which term is closest in meaning to "enforcement" in this context: "Enforcement of safety laws supports automation"?

a)

Relaxation

b)

Implementation

c)

Neglect

d)

Avoidance

125.

Which term is closest in meaning to "vehicle operation" in this context: "Vehicle operation is automated"?

a)

Car maintenance

b)

Vehicle control

c)

Automobile design

d)

Car sales

126.

Which term is closest in meaning to "a valuable part" in this context: "Automation is a valuable part of transport"?

a)

Worthless component

b)

Essential element

c)

Minor aspect

d)

Unimportant factor

127.

Which term is closest in meaning to "robust" in this context: "Robust systems ensure vehicle safety"?

a)

Fragile

b)

Strong

c)

Weak

d)

Unstable

128.

Which term is closest in meaning to "targeted" in this context: "Targeted initiatives promote automation"?

a)

General

b)

Focused

c)

Broad

d)

Unspecified

129.

Which term is closest in meaning to "conquer" in this context: "Manufacturers conquer technical challenges"?

a)

Fail

b)

Overcome

c)

Ignore

d)

Avoid

130.

Which term is closest in meaning to "potentially" in this context: "Automation potentially transforms mobility"?

a)

Definitely

b)

Possibly

c)

Certainly

d)

Absolutely

131.

Which term is closest in meaning to "technological developments" in this context: "Technological developments drive automation"?

a)

Scientific setbacks

b)

Technological advancements

c)

Technical failures

d)

Innovation declines

132.

Which term is closest in meaning to "telepresence and virtual reality" in this context: "Telepresence and virtual reality enhance automation"?

a)

Physical presence

b)

Remote interaction technologies

c)

Manual controls

d)

Traditional systems

133.

Which term is closest in meaning to "make concrete predictions" in this context: "Experts make concrete predictions about automation"?

a)

Offer vague guesses

b)

Provide specific forecasts

c)

Avoid estimations

d)

Ignore projections

134.

Which term is closest in meaning to "flexible" in this context: "Flexible systems adapt to user needs"?

a)

Rigid

b)

Adaptable

c)

Inflexible

d)

Fixed

135.

Which term is closest in meaning to "in response to" in this context: "Policies are developed in response to automation"?

a)

Against

b)

Reacting to

c)

Ignoring

d)

Opposing

136.

Which term is closest in meaning to "appropriate" in this context: "Appropriate regulations ensure safety"?

a)

Unsuitable

b)

Suitable

c)

Inappropriate

d)

Irrelevant

137.

Which term is closest in meaning to "schemes" in this context: "Government schemes support automation"?

a)

Obstacles

b)

Plans

c)

Barriers

d)

Restrictions

138.

Which term is closest in meaning to "transition" in this context: "The transition to automation is rapid"?

a)

Stagnation

b)

Shift

c)

Regression

d)

Decline

139.

Which term is closest in meaning to "compensate" in this context: "Automation can compensate for human error"?

a)

Worsen

b)

Offset

c)

Aggravate

d)

Increase

140.

Which term is closest in meaning to "become redundant" in this context: "Drivers may become redundant with automation"?

a)

Become essential

b)

Become unnecessary

c)

Remain vital

d)

Stay relevant

141.

Which term is closest in meaning to "unreliable" in this context: "Unreliable systems hinder automation"?

a)

Dependable

b)

Untrustworthy

c)

Stable

d)

Reliable

142.

Which term is closest in meaning to "stereotypes" in this context: "Stereotypes about automation are common"?

a)

Facts

b)

Prejudices

c)

Truths

d)

Realities

143.

Which term is closest in meaning to "robust evidence" in this context: "Robust evidence supports automation’s benefits"?

a)

Weak data

b)

Strong proof

c)

Flimsy support

d)

Unreliable facts

144.

Which term is closest in meaning to "outline" in this context: "Reports outline automation’s future"?

a)

A) Conceal

b)

B) Describe

c)

C) Hide

d)

D) Ignore

145.

Which term is closest in meaning to "consensus" in this context: "Experts reach a consensus on automation’s impact"?

a)

Disagreement

b)

Agreement

c)

Conflict

d)

Dispute

146.

Which term is closest in meaning to "eager to" in this context: "Companies are eager to adopt automation"?

a)

Reluctant to

b)

Keen to

c)

Hesitant to

d)

Opposed to

147.

Which term is closest in meaning to "accurate" in this context: "Accurate predictions guide automation policies"?

a)

Incorrect

b)

Precise

c)

Wrong

d)

False

148.

Which term is closest in meaning to "envious of" in this context: "Companies are envious of automation leaders"?

a)

Supportive of

b)

Jealous of

c)

Indifferent to

d)

Opposed to

149.

Which term is closest in meaning to "sociable" in this context: "Automation allows sociable interactions in cars"?

a)

Withdrawn

b)

Friendly

c)

Isolated

d)

Distant

150.

Which term is closest in meaning to "nurture" in this context: "Policies nurture automation development"?

a)

Neglect

b)

Foster

c)

Ignore

d)

Hinder

151.

Which term is closest in meaning to "revolve around" in this context: "Automation policies revolve around safety"?

a)

Ignore

b)

Center on

c)

Avoid

d)

Neglect

152.

Which term is closest in meaning to "harsh" in this context: "Harsh regulations challenge automation"?

a)

Mild

b)

Severe

c)

Gentle

d)

Lenient

153.

Which term is closest in meaning to "category" in this context: "Automation falls into a specific category"?

a)

Type

b)

Exception

c)

Anomaly

d)

Outlier

154.

Which term is closest in meaning to "clamor" in this context: "Public clamor demands automation safety"?

a)

Silence

b)

Outcry

c)

Calm

d)

Quiet

155.

Which term is closest in meaning to "intellectual" in this context: "Intellectual debates shape automation policies"?

a)

Uninformed

b)

Academic

c)

Ignorant

d)

Uneducated

156.

Which term is closest in meaning to "verbalize" in this context: "Experts verbalize automation’s benefits"?

a)

Silence

b)

Express

c)

Conceal

d)

Suppress

157.

Which term is closest in meaning to "sibling rivalry" in this context: "Sibling rivalry among companies drives innovation"?

a)

Cooperation

b)

Competition

c)

Collaboration

d)

Partnership

158.

Which term is closest in meaning to "amicable" in this context: "Amicable agreements advance automation"?

a)

Hostile

b)

Friendly

c)

Unpleasant

d)

Aggressive

159.

Which term is closest in meaning to "adapt" in this context: "Vehicles adapt to changing road conditions"?

a)

Resist

b)

Adjust

c)

Oppose

d)

Ignore

160.

Which term is closest in meaning to "efficient" in this context: "Efficient automation reduces travel time"?

a)

Ineffective

b)

Productive

c)

Slow

d)

Wasteful