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Traffic JamThe cars below are stuck in a traffic jam. Rearrange them to form (1) a fact about cars and

(2) a follow-up question that can be used in class for discussion. Here is an example:

Fact: Black cars are in more accidents than orange ones.Question: Why is that?

There are fact-and-question pairs about the past, present, and future of cars. Some of the facts and questions have been started for you.

Past

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Present

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Future

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Question: ______ ______ ______ ______?Answers on page 23

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Traffic Jam

PastFact: In the early 1900s, cars started to replace horses on roads.Question: Which were more dangerous?

PresentFact: There are more than one billion cars in the world.Question: Where do they all park?

FutureFact: By the year 2020, cars will be able to drive themselves.Question: Would you want one?