Transportation in Foreign Language: Quiz and Practice for Eighth Graders

Question 1

Which mode of transportation is typically privately owned and used?

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Car

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Bus

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Train

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Airplane

Question 2

Who operates a car?

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Driver

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Pilot

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Conductor

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Sailor

Question 3

Where do planes land and take off from?

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Runway

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Hangar

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Terminal

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Gate

Question 4

For long-distance travel through the air, which mode of transportation is commonly used?

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Airplane

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Bus

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Train

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Car

Question 5

When seeking guidance on how to reach a particular destination, which phrase is suitable to use?

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How do I get to my destination?

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Where is the station located?

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What is the cost of the fare?

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Could you provide assistance?

Question 6

In a car, the enclosed area where the driver is seated is referred to as the:

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Cabin

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Trunk

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Hood

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Engine

Question 7

Which of the following is an advantage of driving a car compared to using public transportation?

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Greater convenience and flexibility

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Reduced air pollution in urban areas

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Lower greenhouse gas emissions

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Less traffic congestion

Question 8

Which of these is **not** a form of public transportation?

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Car

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Bus

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Train

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Subway

Question 9

What kind of transportation is used to travel long distances over water?

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Ship

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Airplane

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Train

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Car

Question 10

What is the name of the place where you get on or off a train?

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Station

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Airport

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Harbor

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Dock

Question 11

Which of the following is not a publicly accessible mode of transportation?

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Private car

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Bus

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Bicycle

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Train

Question 12

Which of the following is a type of water transportation?

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Boat

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Car

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Airplane

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Train

Question 13

The phrase 'make a reservation' means:

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Book a seat or ticket in advance

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Ask for a refund

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Inquire about availability

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Cancel a trip

Question 14

Which of the following is a safety rule for pedestrians?

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Cross the street at designated areas

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Walk against traffic

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Ignore traffic signals

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Use your phone while crossing

Question 15

The word 'luggage' refers to:

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Personal belongings carried while traveling

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Items purchased during a trip

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Documents required for travel

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Souvenirs brought back from a trip

Question 16

Which of the following is a type of air transportation?

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Helicopter

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Bus

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Train

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Subway

Question 17

The phrase 'check in' is used at:

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The beginning of a flight or train journey

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The end of a flight or train journey

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When booking a ticket

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When making a connection

Question 18

The word 'destination' is used to describe:

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The place where you are ending a journey

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The place where you are starting a journey

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The place where you are making a connection

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The place where you are staying overnight

Question 19

In urban areas, what is the most common mode of public transportation?

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Bus

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Train

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Plane

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Car

Question 20

What is another term for a 'parking lot'?

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Garage

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Airport

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Terminal

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Station

Question 21

Which of these is NOT a type of personal vehicle?

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Train

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Car

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Motorcycle

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Truck

Question 22

What is the profession of someone who drives a taxi called?

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Taxi driver

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Pilot

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Captain

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Conductor

Question 23

What is the document called that gives permission to drive a vehicle?

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Driver's license

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Passport

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Visa

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Birth certificate

Question 24

What is the purpose of a 'crosswalk'?

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To allow pedestrians to cross the street safely

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To prevent cars from driving on sidewalks

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To designate parking spaces for disabled individuals

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To control the flow of traffic

Question 25

What is the name of a vehicle that is designed to travel on both land and water?

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Amphibious vehicle

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Convertible

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Hybrid car

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Electric car

Question 26

What is the Spanish word for 'taxi'?

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Taxi

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Autobús

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Tren

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Avión

Question 27

Which of these is the fastest mode of transportation?

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Airplane

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Car

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Train

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Bus

Question 28

Which of these is a renewable energy source used in some vehicles?

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Electricity

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Gasoline

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Diesel

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Natural gas

Question 29

What is the name of the organization that regulates air travel in the US?

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FAA

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NTSB

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DOT

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TSA

Question 30

Which of the following is NOT a type of public transportation?

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Taxi

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Bus

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Train

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Subway

Question 31

What is the English translation of "El aeropuerto"?

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The airport

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The station

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The port

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The terminal

Question 32

What is the correct way to ask for a ticket in English?

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Can I get a ticket, please?

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I want a ticket

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I need a ticket

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Give me a ticket

Question 33

Which of these is a renewable source of energy used in some vehicles?

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Electricity

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Gasoline

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Diesel

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Coal

Question 34

What is the name of the device used to measure speed in vehicles?

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Speedometer

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Odometer

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Tachometer

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Altimeter

Question 35

What is the term used to describe the movement of people and goods from one place to another?

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Transportation

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Logistics

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Distribution

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Commerce

Question 36

Choose the option that is not a commonly used mode of public transportation:

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Car

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Train

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Bus

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Subway

Question 37

Which transportation mode is primarily used for traveling on water?

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Boat

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Train

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Plane

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Bus

Question 38

Which of the following is a recommended safety measure when operating a motor vehicle?

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Buckling your seatbelt

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Texting while driving

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Speeding

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Driving under the influence

Question 39

Translate the term 'estación de tren' into English:

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Train station

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Bus station

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Airport

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Metro station

Question 40

Which mode of transportation is commonly used in the United States?

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Driving

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Walking

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Bicycling

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Public transportation

Question 41

Which of these moves on rails?

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Train

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Taxi

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Bus

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Airplane

Question 42

Which of these is NOT used for air travel?

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Train

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Hot air balloon

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Helicopter

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Airplane

Question 43

What part of a car do you use for steering?

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Steering wheel

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Wheel

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Seatbelt

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Engine

Question 44

Which vehicle has two wheels and is powered by human effort?

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Bicycle

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Car

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Train

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Plane

Question 45

Translate 'bus' into Spanish.

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Autobús

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Coche

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Avión

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Bicicleta

Question 46

Find the synonym for 'depart' in the context of transportation.

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Leave

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Arrive

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Wait

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Delay

Question 47

Which option is not a form of public transportation?

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Bicycle

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Bus

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Taxi

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Train

Question 48

Which safety measure is important when riding a bicycle?

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Wearing a helmet

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Talking on a cell phone

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Riding against traffic

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Not using hand signals

Question 49

What is the primary purpose of a traffic light?

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To regulate traffic flow and ensure safety

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To decorate the streets

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To provide information about upcoming events

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To mark the boundaries of different neighborhoods

Question 50

What is the component of a car that enables the driver to control its direction?

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Steering wheel

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Engine

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Brakes

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Headlights

Question 51

Which option is NOT a type of public transportation?

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Bicycle

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Bus

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Taxi

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Train