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1.
famous
[adj]
/ˈfeɪməs/
known by a lot of people
2.
car company
[n]
/kˈɑːɹ kˈʌmpəni/
a company that makes and sells automobiles
3.
Germany
[n]
/ˈdʒɝːməni/
a country located in central Europe, known for its rich history, vibrant culture, and thriving economy
4.
German
[n]
/ˈdʒɝːmən/
the main language in Germany, Austria and parts of Switzerland
5.
popular
[adj]
/ˈpɑpjələr/
receiving a lot of love and attention from many people
6.
World War II
[n]
/wˈɜːld wˈɔːɹ tˈuː/
the war that took place from the year 1939 to 1945 between the axis and the allies
7.
unique
[adj]
/juˈnik/
unlike anything else and distinguished by individuality
8.
reliability
[n]
/ɹiˌɫaɪəˈbɪɫəti/
the level to which something or someone can be counted on
9.
best-selling
[adj]
/bˈɛstsˈɛlɪŋ/
(of a book or other product) sold in large quantities because of gaining significant popularity among people
10.
hatchback
[n]
/ˈhætʃˌbæk/
a car with a rear door that swings upward, providing access to the cargo area, and usually has a shared space for passengers and cargo
11.
practical
[adj]
/ˈpræktɪkəl/
having a design or use that effectively serves a specific need
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successful
[adj]
/səkˈsɛsfəl/
achieving notable recognition, prosperity, or accomplishment in a way that shines or stands out
13.
technology
[n]
/tɛkˈnɑləʤi/
devices, equipment, and machinery produced using scientific knowledge
14.
create
[v]
/kriˈeɪt/
to bring something into existence or make something happen
15.
efficient
[adj]
/ɪˈfɪʃənt/
(of a system or machine) achieving maximum productivity without wasting much time, effort, or money
16.
diesel engine
[n]
/dˈiːzəl ˈɛndʒɪn/
an internal-combustion engine that burns heavy oil
17.
electric car
[n]
/ɪlˈɛktɹɪk kˈɑːɹ/
a car that has electricity as its power source instead of gasoline or diesel
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line
[n]
/laɪn/
a group of related products offered by a business
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own
[v]
/oʊn/
to have something as for ourselves
20.
brand
[n]
/ˈbɹænd/
the name that a particular product or service is identified with
21.
recently
[adv]
/ˈrisəntli/
at or during a time that is not long ago
22.
friendly
[adj]
/ˈfrɛndli/
inclined to help or support; not antagonistic or hostile
23.
environment
[n]
/ɪnˈvaɪrənmənt/
the natural world around us where people, animals, and plants live
24.
invest
[v]
/ɪnˈvɛst/
to spend money or resources with the intention of gaining a future advantage or return
25.
reduce
[v]
/rɪˈdus/
to make something smaller in amount, degree, price, etc.
26.
pollution
[n]
/pəˈluʃən/
a change in water, air, etc. that makes it harmful or dangerous
27.
goal
[n]
/ɡoʊl/
our purpose or desired result
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earth
[n]
/ɝːθ/
a big round mass covered in land and water, on which we all live
29.
personality
[n]
/ˌpɝsəˈnælɪti/
all the qualities that shape a person's character and make them different from others
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Chapter
Volkswagen
Read a short passage about a German car company known for its reliable cars and smart designs.
1.1
Volkswagen, or VW, is a famous car company from Germany. It started in 1937. The name "Volkswagen" means "people's car" in German. Their first big car was the "Beetle," a small, round car made for many people. The Beetle became very popular and was made in large numbers.
1.2
After World War II, Volkswagen began making cars again. They made the Beetle better and sold it in many countries. The Beetle became famous in the 1960s and 1970s for its unique shape and reliability. Many people loved it, and it became one of the best-selling cars ever.
1.3
In the 1970s, Volkswagen introduced another popular car called the Golf. The Golf was a hatchback, which means it had a rear door that opened up. This made it very practical, and many people liked it. The Golf became one of Volkswagen's most successful cars.
1.4
Volkswagen is known for making good-quality cars. The company also creates new ideas and technology. For example, they were early to make efficient diesel engines. They now have electric cars like the ID.4, which is part of their new electric car line.
1.5
Volkswagen does not only make cars. They also own other famous brands, like Audi, Porsche, and Lamborghini. This makes Volkswagen a big name in the car world.
1.6
Recently, Volkswagen has been working to be more friendly to the environment. They are investing in electric cars and new technology to reduce pollution. Their goal is to make cars that are better for the Earth.
1.7
Fun fact: The Volkswagen Beetle was so famous that it was in movies. The car, named Herbie, could drive by itself and even had its own personality!
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QuizSkip the quiz
1.
What does "Volkswagen" mean in German?
A
Fast car
B
People’s car
C
Small car
D
German car
2.
What kind of car is the Volkswagen Golf?
A
A sports car
B
A truck
C
A hatchback
D
A motorcycle
3.
Put these Volkswagen cars in order of when they were introduced:
id.4
golf
beetle
4.
Match the Volkswagen model with its description:
Beetle
Golf
ID.4
A small, round car that became very popular.
An electric car from Volkswagen.
A hatchback with a practical rear door.
5.
Which one is TRUE?
A
The Beetle was Volkswagen’s first electric car.
B
Volkswagen owns Audi, Porsche, and Lamborghini.
C
The Golf was made before the Beetle.
D
Volkswagen only sells cars in Germany.
6.
Which one is FALSE?
A
The Beetle was famous in the 1960s and 1970s.
B
Volkswagen is only known for making bad-quality cars.
C
The Golf is a hatchback.
D
Volkswagen is working on electric cars.
