WONDER #1765: How Does a Train Work?

Question 1 of 3

What part of a train powers its motion?

  1. locomotive
  2. tracks
  3. cars
  4. rails

Question 2 of 3

The steam locomotive was invented in what year?

  1. 1265
  2. 1492
  3. 1797
  4. 1865

Question 3 of 3

What type of modern train has no wheels and travels on superconducting magnetic rails?

  1. steam
  2. maglev
  3. diesel
  4. electric

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