Indy Racing (Tom Greve) - Leveled English Reading

Zoom around the track with Indy Racing (Tom Greve). This thrilling book introduces kids to super fast race cars. You will learn about the brave drivers and the famous races they win. The clear text makes it very easy for young students to read. It is a perfect choice for children who love speed and cars.

Lexile: 1000L

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Câu 1: Indy Cars bear many similarities to

Formula One cars.go-karts.NASCAR cars.motor cars.

Câu 2: Who began the tradition of saying "Gentlemen, start your engines" before each race?

Toby IndyRay HarrounCarl FisherAnton Hulman, Jr.

Câu 3: The Indy Racing League is actually

an official race.the IRL and the CART merged together.a government organization.not connected to racing at all.

Câu 4: The diagram on page 5 is

a timeline showing the history of Indy Car Racing.a diary kept by an Indy car racer.a pie-chart showing the history of Indy Cars.a recount of a special Indy Car Racing event.

Câu 5: A word on page 4 meaning "driven by" is

navigated.evolved.humble.skillful.

Câu 6: What special feature did Ray Harroun's car contain?

a rear-view mirrorlarger than average wheelsheated seatsan electric sunroof

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Câu 1: Indy Cars run

low to the ground.high off the ground.long distances.on very little fuel.

Câu 2: G. Force and Dallara are

names of Indy Cars.engine manufacturers.names of Indy Car races.companies that make Indy Car frames.

Câu 3: The more downforce applied to a car,

the faster it goes up-hill.the slower it goes.the longer it takes to go around corners.the less likely it is to overturn.

Câu 4: The "You Asked..." caption on page 6 gives

factual information about Indy Car manufacturers.names of famous Indy car drivers.false information about Indy Cars.facts about Indy Car engines.

Câu 5: Another word for "Chassis" on page 6 is

brakes.interiors.engine.frame.

Câu 6: The word "downforce" on page 7 refers to

speed.air pressure pushing down on a car.weight.width.

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Câu 1: Mario Andretti is possibly the

oldest driver to ever participate in the Formula One Championship.most accomplished race car driver in history.most competitive Indy Car driver in the world.only driver to claim four Indy 500 victories.

Câu 2: Currently, one of the more exciting and popular drivers is

Danica Patrick.Mario Andretti.Sam Hornish, Jr.Rick Mears.

Câu 3: The Indy Racing League has been in existence for

12 years.50 years.120 years.since 2000.

Câu 4: This chapter gives

factual information about famous go-kart drivers.a brief history of car racing.factual information about famous drivers.the titles of various racing competitions.

Câu 5: NASCAR stands for

National Associations for Stock Car Auto Racers.National Association for Strong Car Auto Racing.National Action for Stock Car Auto Racing.National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing.

Câu 6: The word "predate" on page 9 means

don't race in.are not part of.come after.come before.

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Câu 1: How is the season championship determined?

It goes to the driver who does the most laps.It goes to the driver who performs the most stunts.It goes to the driver who tackles the most dangerous roads.It goes to the driver with the most points.

Câu 2: How long does it take for pit crews to change tires and refuel a car?

60 seconds5 minutesminutesseconds

Câu 3: The "road to winning" could be described as

long and hard.impossible.smooth sailing.easy but dangerous.

Câu 4: Why is this chapter titled "The Road to Winning"?

It describes the long roads and tracks drivers need to follow in order to win.It recounts stories about how drivers win races.It is about the rules drivers must follow in order to score points and win.It describes the high cost of winning.

Câu 5: What are "flying starts"?

when a car lifts off the groundIt's an expression meaning the car is off to a good start.when a car goes at top speedraces that begin with the car already in motion

Câu 6: Another word for "complicated" on page 11 is

fussy.simple.complex.clever.

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Câu 1: The sport of Indy Car Racing gets its name from

the Indianapolis 500.the premier of Indianapolis.the Indian Police Squad.the first race held in India.

Câu 2: When was the first Indianapolis 500 race held?

1901119119112011

Câu 3: Why do you think the Indianapolis 500 is the largest spectator sport in the world?

People like all sports.People can't afford to buy race cars so they like to see them at the races.It is very exciting.There is no admission fee.

Câu 4: The map on page 14 shows

the American states where drag races were held in 2008.the American states where IRL races were held in 1911.the American states where IPL races were held.the American states where IRL races were held in 2008.

Câu 5: "Road courses" on page 14 refers to

racetracks set up on streets or roads.racetracks set up on hilly roads and rough tracks.racetracks.straight roads.

Câu 6: Another word for "actual" on page 15 is

current.real.fast.great.

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Câu 1: One of the unique traditions of the Indy 500 is

the 500 festivals held each year.the annual 500 fireworks.the 500 festival parade that is held each year.the singing of the National Anthem before each race.

Câu 2: An unusual tradition established since 1936 is that the winner of the Indy 500 race always

gets a jar of fresh milk in the winner's circle.gets to be on the news.gets to bathe in milk.gets to run around the winner's circle after the race.

Câu 3: Why is the Indy 500 so popular?

It is different to other races.It is faster than other races.It is older than other races.It is more dangerous than other races.

Câu 4: The "Thrilling Fact" caption highlights

the high speeds reached by Indy Cars during races.the small amount of fuel consumed by Indy Cars during races.the large amount of fuel consumed by Indy Cars during races.the type of fuel consumed by Indy Cars during races.

Câu 5: A "pace car" on page 16 is

a strong car.a vehicle moving at a controlled speed.a fast car.a car with flags to signal the start of a race.

Câu 6: Another word for "traditions" on page 16 is

rules.plans.customs.training.

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Câu 1: The IRL is

an unpopular sport.an unusual race.quite a safe sport.a dangerous sport.

Câu 2: IRL drivers wear fireproof suits to protect them from

heat and rain.fire and water.fire in the event of a crash and from engine heat.fire in the event of a crash and from the cold on freezing days.

Câu 3: In order to stay safe, drivers

must follow rules and help each other.wear protective gear, follow strict rules and constantly watch for warning signals.always hose their cars down before starting a race.wear protective clothing and keep at least a meter away from other drivers.

Câu 4: The text and pictures on page 19

explains the signals used by IRL race drivers.shows different flags designed by IRL bosses.explains the meaning of each of the safety flags used by the IRL.shows the flags of the different states where IRL is held.

Câu 5: Another word for "dangerous" on page 18 is

strange.hazardous.fast.unlikable.

Câu 6: A word meaning "give" on page 19 is

donate.provide.signal.yield.

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Câu 1: What is needed in order to start competing in the IRL?

an engine and a car framethe proper protective geara strong helmeta car

Câu 2: David Letterman is

a race commentator.a famous mechanic.a TV comedian.an Indy car driver.

Câu 3: In order to assist them with costs, race drivers

find sponsors.have raffles.work at two jobs.collect money from relatives.

Câu 4: This chapter is mostly about

the high cost of participating in the IRL.the cost of the most expensive cars.the cost of IRL car repairs.the amount of money earned by IRL competitors.

Câu 5: Another word for "expensive" on page 20 is

costly.cheap.affordable.priced.

Câu 6: The word "sponsors" on page 21 refers to

wealthy people.people who sell products to raise money.groups which pay a team's expenses in exchange for advertising.people that attend races to support drivers.

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Câu 1: What is the main event of Indy Car racing?

the first Indianapolis 500 held each yearthe 500 Indianapolis racesthe Indianapolis 500the large Indianapolis spectator gathering

Câu 2: An Indy car can accelerate to high speeds

in seconds.in one second.in minutes.gradually.

Câu 3: "Indy Car racing puts the thrill of high speeds against the backdrop of a rich tradition." What is the meaning of this sentence?

Indy Car racing is only for thrill seekers.The exciting sport of Indy Car racing can only be afforded by rich people.The exciting sport of Indy Car racing has an interesting history.The exciting sport of Indy Car racing is actually quite dangerous.

Câu 4: The author uses figurative language to

show the reader how to race.explain the dangers of Indy Car racing.create a picture of thrill and excitement.make this chapter stand out.

Câu 5: Another word for "rich" on page 22 is

wealthy.costly.interesting.bright.

Câu 6: Another word for "centerpiece" is

fastest.main.well-known.middle.

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