Opinion & debate.

• Position: Quiz 4 - Brief Article

1. At least three states are bypassing federal restrictions and launching research on

   a global warming.

   b highway accidents.

   c alternative energy sources.

   d embryonic stem cells.

2. The most important short-term challenge facing the United States in Iraq is

   a putting ex-dictator Saddam Hussein on trial

   b halting the flow of refugees from that country.

   c ensuring that insurgents do not seriously disrupt elections scheduled for the end of January.

   d persuading our allies in Western Europe to join in the effort to rebuild Iraq's economy.

3. Which of the following statements speaks most directly to the debate over fuel efficiency?

   a Millions of American families drive SUVs.

   b The U.S. is dependent on often unstable, unfriendly sources for its oil supply.

   c Gasoline prices tend to fluctuate.

   d The auto industry is an important component of the American economy.

4. An argument against the development of more fuel-efficient cars is that

   a oil and gas resources will more than meet America's needs for the foreseeable future.

   b energy sates help drive the American economy.

   c squeezing more fuel efficiency out of cars will increase their cost to consumers.

   d fuel-efficient cars are lighter and less safe.

5. Why do you think athletes like Barry Bonds might use steroids to enhance their performance when...