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03. From Here To There

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Chapter: 03. From Here To There

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Before the invention of the wheel, how did people primarily move themselves and their goods over long distances?

Before the wheel, people primarily moved by walking long distances and carrying goods on their backs or on the backs of animals.

What significant change did the invention of the wheel bring to human travel?

The invention of the wheel enabled the construction of carts, making travel much easier and faster over long distances by allowing vehicles to be pulled by animals.

What are the three different modes of transport?

The three different modes of transport are land transport, air transport, and water transport.

Name two types of vehicles that are examples of land transport and run on roads.

Two types of land transport vehicles that run on roads are cars and buses.

What distinguishes trains from other land transport vehicles like cars and buses in terms of movement?

Trains are distinguished by the fact that they run exclusively on dedicated railway tracks, unlike cars and buses which use roads.

Besides trains, what other rail-based transport systems are found in some cities to help people move from one place to another?

In some cities, metros and trams are used as rail-based transport systems to help people move efficiently.

Why are helicopters useful for reaching places where aeroplanes cannot land?

Helicopters are useful because they can fly at low heights and land on almost any flat surface, making them suitable for places without airports.

Beyond carrying people and goods, what is another important use of space shuttles mentioned in the chapter?

Besides carrying people, space shuttles are used for humans to travel to space to gather information.

How do some forms of water transport, like certain boats, move if they don’t have engines?

Some forms of water transport, like rowing boats and canoes, move with the help of human effort through actions like rowing or paddling.

For what types of water bodies are smaller boats commonly used?

Smaller boats are commonly used for moving on rivers and lakes.

What is the purpose of cargo carried by ships?

Cargo carried by ships refers to goods that are transported over long distances and are loaded and unloaded at a port.

What is a monorail?

A monorail is a type of railway where the track consists of a single rail, often elevated, on which trains run or are suspended.

Why is it encouraged to walk or cycle for short distances instead of using a car?

It is encouraged to walk or cycle for short distances to avoid wasting fuel and to promote a healthier environment.

According to the “Green Earth” section, what is a potential consequence if all the fuel on Earth is used up?

If all the fuel on Earth were used up, most vehicles like cars, buses, trucks, aeroplanes, and many ships would stop running, drastically altering transportation.

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