Today, the US has the highest car ownership rate in the world. Only 8 percent of American homes have no car, according to the most recent US census.
Though many college students dont own a car, most have access to one. 2 On many of Hawkins trips, they used a borrowed van.
Hawkins most memorable road trip took place over spring break. He and two friends drove from New York to New Orleans to volunteer, helping rebuild the city after Hurricane Katrina hit it last July. They crossed the country in two days and slept in their car in church parking lots.
Roberts road trip to Canada last winter was even more eventful. Upon arriving in Montreal, they were lost in a blizzard and shivering in the -25cold. To find their hotel, they turned on a laptop and drove around in circles until they found a spot with wireless Internet coverage.3
I know we should have planned better, but were young. Now, when I see those guys I always say: Remember when we were lost in the snow storm!ll never forget that.
36. Which of the following statements is NOT true of American college students?
A) They have little money.
B) They like traveling by bike.
C) They like to explore the country.
D) They often have plenty of free time.
37. What will Hawkins do when he sees something interesting on a road trip?
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