Definitions
Verb (Par.5)
to become less or go down to a lower level
decrease
What is the main idea of paragraph 2?
The number of bicycles in the world is growing.
True or False?
Less than 50% of the bikes sold in the world are made in China.
False
Verb (Par.5)
to divide or split into different parts; to keep things apart
separate
What is the main idea of paragraph 5?
Cities and towns are trying to improve bicycle safety.
According to the first paragraph, what are the 2 advantages of cars?
1. They are faster than bicycles.
2. They can carry more people and things.
Noun (Par.6)
A strong, hard hat that protects the head
helmet
The main idea of paragraph 4 is "Bicycle-sharing programs are becoming more popular."
Tell us 2 of the supporting details in this paragraph.
1. In 2010, there were about 200 bicycle-sharing programs in cities all over the world.
2. That is almost double the number of programs in 2008.
3. Many of these programs are very successful.
Which is FALSE about bicycle-sharing programs?
a) They can help reduce pollution in cities.
b) The popularity of these programs is increasing.
c) They allow riders to use the bikes for a long time.
d) They encourage people to use bikes instead of their cars.
c
Noun (Par.2)
the speed at which something happens over a period of time
rate
The main idea of paragraph 6 is "Bicycle riders can do things to stay safe."
What are the 3 supporting details in this paragraph?
1. All bicycle riders should wear a helmet.
2. They should wear something bright.
3. At night, they should always have a light on the bicycle.
According to Figure 4.2 on page 111, which was true about bike production in 2000?
a) It was almost double the production in 1980.
b) It was less than the production in 1990.
c) It was a little higher than the production in 1970.
A
Adjective (Par.7)
Having a good effect; useful and helpful
beneficial
The main idea of paragraph 7 is "Bicycles are good for both individuals and cities".
Tell us all the 5 supporting details in this paragraph.
1. Riding a bicycle is less expensive than driving a car.
2. Bicycles also give people exercise.
3. They are cheaper than new buses or trains.
4. Bicycle use also reduces the number of cars, so the streets are less crowded.
5. When more people use bicycles instead of cars, air pollution decreases.
For the safety of riders, some cities have built special paths for bicycles. However, bike riders still have accidents. Why?
Bicycle riders think they are safer on these paths. Therefore, they sometimes ride less carefully on paths than they do on roads with cars.