The text has seven paragraphs. Choose the correct heading for each paragraph.
List of Headings
i A period in cold conditions before the technology is assessed
ii Marketing issues lead to failure
iii Good and bad aspects of steam technology are passed on
iv A possible solution to the issues of today
v Further improvements lead to commercial orders
vi Positive publicity at last for this quiet, clean, fast vehicle
vii A disappointing outcome for customers
viii A better option than the steam car arises
Choose the correct answer.
Complete the summary. Write ONE WORD AND / OR A NUMBER from the text in each gap.
The Model E was road-tested in 1924 by the Automobile Club of America. They found it easy to drive, despite its weight, and it impressed the spectators. A later version of the Model E raised its (11) , while keeping its emissions extremely low.
The steam car was too expensive for many people and its design was constantly being altered. Under (12) cars were produced before the company went out of business. However, even today, there are Model Es on the road in the US. They are straightforward to maintain, and they satisfy California’s (13) emissions laws. Perhaps today’s technology and materials would help us revive the steam car.
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