1. Directions

You will read passages on the topic and then answer questions about them. You may find vocabulary at the end of the test. Read the questions carefully before choosing the correct answers.

2. Questions of the test

Question 1. How do people use taxis to get around?
A) By choosing their own pick-up and drop-off locations
B) By following a specific route and stopping at designated stops
C) By telling the driver their desired destination and being taken there directly
D) By paying a fee based on the distance traveled

Question 2. How does the cost of a taxi ride compare to other forms of public transportation?
A) It is usually the same price
B) It is usually cheaper
C) It is usually more expensive
D) It depends on the city

Question 3. In which cities did the first taxi-type system start?
A) Paris and London
B) Berlin and Vienna
C) New York and Chicago
D) Rome and Madrid

Question 4. What was the first modern meter equipped taxicab?
A) The Daimler Victoria
B) The Hansom cab
C) The taximeter
D) The motorized taxi

Question 5. What does the term "taximeter" mean?
A) A measuring device for a tax or fee
B) A type of taxi
C) A specific route for a taxi
D) A pick-up and drop-off location for a taxi