Unit 11 Vocabulary
The _________ of the new products were much higher than expected.
Costs
Where do electric cars get their power from?
Electricity stored inside of a rechargeable battery
The organization started a ________ to raise money for injured animals.
Campaign
What is the name of the campaign that was created in UK universities?
Student Switch Off
What the title of Unit 12's story?
The Future of Driving
The scientist did a lot of __________ to find a cure to the disease.
Research
Where can a gas-powered car be refueled?
At a gas station
Earth and Mars are examples of ____________.
Planets
How many universities are currently participating in the campaign?
MORE than 40 universities
True or False:
Electric cars directly harm the environment.
False
Electric cars indirectly harm the environment
My ears began to hurt from how loud the ________ of the car sounded.
Engine
How long does a gas-powered car take to be refueled?
How does long does an electric car take to fully charge?
Gas powered cars take less than 5 minutes to refuel. Electric cars take 6-7 hours to charge.
The crowd erupted in cheers from the soccer player's ____________ performance.
Remarkable
$30,000 worth of savings
What is the top speed of electric cars?
What is the top speed of gasoline powered cars?
Electric cars - 160 km per hour
Gasoline cars- faster than 480 km per hour
The _________ cost of living is increasing in America.
Average
How do gasoline cars impact the environment?
The release carbon dioxide into the atmosphere (they burn fossil fuels)
The woman decided to ___________ in the online survey by leaving a review and answering questions.
Participate
What is the meaning of the word reduce?
To make something smaller (less)
What are some advantages of electric cars vs gasoline cars?
Electric cars are cleaner and cheaper to drive.
The Earth's ___________ is made up of gases that trap heat.
Atmosphere
How do gasoline powered cars get their energy?
By burning fossil fuels
The company held a _________ to see which employee could bring in the highest sales.
Competition
What three tips does the campaign encourage students to partake in?
1. Turn off lights and appliances when not in use
2. Put on a sweater instead of turning on the heat
3. Put a lid on pans while cooking
Environmentally, how do electric cars differ from gasoline cars?
They do not release emissions while being driven