Issue — July 2026

Quiz: How the World Travels

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Speed

Trains, planes and rickshaws — a quiz about global transport.

The Evolution of Transport

The way humans move from one place to another has changed dramatically over the centuries. From the invention of the wheel to the development of high-speed rail, transport has shaped civilisation and global trade. Today, millions of people commute across cities, countries and even continents in ways our ancestors never imagined. The growth of infrastructure has made travel faster, cheaper and more accessible than ever before.

Modern Ways to Get Around

Modern transport includes everything from driverless cars to supersonic jets, transforming how we live and work. However, congestion in big cities and rising emissions have become serious concerns for governments and citizens alike. Many countries are investing in sustainable solutions such as electric buses, high-speed rail and improved cycling networks. Before you embark on any journey, it is worth checking the fare and learning how to navigate the local transport system.

Quiz

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1According to the article, what has made modern travel faster, cheaper and more accessible than ever before?

The article states that the growth of infrastructure has made travel faster, cheaper and more accessible than ever before.
2Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the article as a sustainable transport solution?

Supersonic jets are mentioned as part of modern transport, not as a sustainable solution.
3What two main concerns about modern transport does the article highlight?

The article specifically mentions congestion in big cities and rising emissions as serious concerns.
4How does the article describe the change in human transport over the centuries?

The article opens by saying the way humans move has changed dramatically over the centuries.
5What does the article suggest travellers should do before they embark on a journey?

The article recommends checking the fare and planning your route in advance.

Must Know 7

commute Verb To travel regularly between home and work, typically over a considerable distance.
congestion Noun Congestion is the state of being overcrowded or blocked, especially referring to heavy traffic or a buildup of fluid in the body such as in the lungs or nasal passages.
embark Verb To begin or start something, especially a journey or a new project. When used with 'on/upon', it means to start or engage in a new course of action.
fare Noun The money that you pay to travel on a bus, train, taxi, or plane.
infrastructure Noun The basic physical structures, facilities, and systems that a society or organization needs to function properly, such as roads, bridges, power supplies, and communication networks.
navigate Verb to find the way to a place or to move through a place, especially one that is difficult or unfamiliar; to steer a course through water, air, or space.
sustainable Adjective Able to be maintained or continued over time without causing harm to the environment or depleting natural resources.