Question
After reading the text below, summarize the main idea of the passage.
Virginia law adopts a rather “green” approach to road construction, stating that existing roads must be maintained before new ones are built. But what about other areas? Do you think more states should adopt this policy of fixing before constructing new roads?
In Michigan, they follow the motto, “Fix it first.” The Democratic Governor Jennifer Granholm’s plan is to fix the existing roads to save on Michigan’s budget. She wants to wait to start new construction until the old roads are too crumbly to drive on.
Which of the following headings best summarizes this text selection?
a.
Saving resources through repair
b.
Transportation and the future
c.
Virginia versus Michigan
d.
States build new roads
Virginia law adopts a rather “green” approach to road construction, stating that existing roads must be maintained before new ones are built. But what about other areas? Do you think more states should adopt this policy of fixing before constructing new roads?
In Michigan, they follow the motto, “Fix it first.” The Democratic Governor Jennifer Granholm’s plan is to fix the existing roads to save on Michigan’s budget. She wants to wait to start new construction until the old roads are too crumbly to drive on.
Which of the following headings best summarizes this text selection?
a.
Saving resources through repair
b.
Transportation and the future
c.
Virginia versus Michigan
d.
States build new roads
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The main idea of the passage is the emphasis on maintaining existing roads before constructing new ones, as seen in Virginia and Michigan's policies. The text suggests a focus on repairing rather than building as a more sustainable and budget-friendly approach.
The best heading that summarizes this text selection is:
a. Saving resources through repair
The best heading that summarizes this text selection is:
a. Saving resources through repair