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UNIT 11. TRAVELLING IN THE FUTURE READING I. Read the passage and decide whether the statements are TRUE or FALSE. Although cars and trucks are undoubtedly convenient and essential in our daily lives, they have become increasingly costly to operate and harmful to the environment. The rising cost of gas and the carbon emissions from vehicles contribute to environmental pollution and global warming. Hybrid and electric cars have emerged as practical and eco-friendly alternatives to traditional vehicles, making them a wise choice for the future. Hybrid cars use a combination of power sources, including an internal combustion engine and a battery-powered electric motor. The driver can select the appropriate power source for a given journey, using the electric motor for shorter trips and the combustion engine for longer ones. Electric cars, on the other hand, are powered by rechargeable batteries and emit almost no pollution. They are also very quiet on the road. However, there are some drawbacks, such as the limited distance that can be traveled before the battery needs recharging, which can take a long time. Additionally, electric cars tend to be expensive due to the high cost of batteries, which have a limited lifespan. Despite these disadvantages, hybrid and electric cars remain a viable option for reducing carbon emissions and minimizing the environmental impact of personal transportation. Statement True/False Hybrid cars use only an internal combustion engine as a power source. Electric cars emit almost no pollution. The battery of an electric car can be recharged quickly. Hybrid cars use a combination of power sources, including an internal combustion engine and a battery-powered electric motor. Electric cars tend to be less expensive than traditional vehicles due to the low cost of batteries. II. Read the passage and choose the correct answer. On a bright day, people visited a transportation exhibit in Los Angeles to view compact vehicles resembling colorful eggs. These automobiles were electric, had two wheels instead of four, and accommodated just two passengers. Due to their diminutive size, six of these vehicles could fit into a single parking spot. Researchers and engineers are discovering innovative ways to make cars safer, more intelligent, and more efficient, or to consume less energy. Future cars may even assist in maintaining your health by reminding you to take your medication. If your battery is running low, your vehicle may send a text message reminding you to recharge it. Cars will be able to communicate with other cars, as well as with your computer, phone, and almost any other device. They will aid drivers in saving energy, alerting them to other drivers, and preventing accidents. This is the future of automobiles: safer, smarter, and more environmentally aware. Additionally, they may even be able to navigate themselves along highways or through cities, allowing passengers to sit back and enjoy the ride. 1. The electric vehicles described could fit A. into one parking spot B. six in a parking spot C. two in a parking spot D. into any size spot 2. Researchers and engineers are working to make cars A. smaller B. more innovative C. safer and more efficient D. less expensive