Better Buses and Transit Quiz

What is the main problem with buses in the United States according to the article?

• They are unreliable and slow

• They are not climate-friendly

• They are not widely used

• They are too expensive

What is Bus Rapid Transit (B.R.T.)?

• A system of underground tunnels for buses

• A type of electric bus

• A system of trains for rapid transit

• A set of tools and changes to technology, road design, and route planning to improve buses

What is the main advantage of B.R.T. for buses?

• It provides luxury seating for passengers

• It makes buses faster and more reliable

• It allows pets to travel for free

• It offers on-board entertainment for passengers

What is the main disadvantage of buses in the U.S. according to the article?

• They have real-time bus arrival information

• They have unclear routes and infrequent arrivals

• They have separate traffic signals

• They have dedicated lanes and roads

What is the main reason for the bias against buses in the U.S.?

• They are not as fast as light rail and streetcars

• They are not widely available in the U.S.

• They are more expensive than light rail and streetcars

• They are not as comfortable as light rail and streetcars

What are the changes that transform a bus route into B.R.T.?

• Chauffeur service, valet parking, and concierge assistance

• Luxury seating, on-board entertainment, and pet-friendly policy

• Dedicated lanes, off-board payment, and priority at traffic lights

• Free Wi-Fi, on-board dining, and personal TV screens

What is the main challenge in implementing large B.R.T. systems in typical U.S. cities?

• Lack of political and cultural support

• Lack of public interest in using buses

• Lack of funding and investment

• Lack of available technology for B.R.T.

What was the main reason for the success of the Pulse bus in Richmond?

• It was bright blue and green

• It was the only transit option available to residents

• It was funded by a federal grant

• It had luxury seating and on-board entertainment

What is the main advantage of the University Line B.R.T. in Pittsburgh over light rail?

• It has dedicated lanes along the entire route

• It has luxury seating and on-board entertainment

• It is more expensive than light rail

• It goes into more distant neighborhoods

What is the main impact of the Van Ness Improvement Project in San Francisco?

• It made the street more congested

• It increased the number of traffic signals and crosswalks

• It decreased travel times along Van Ness by 35%

• It added luxury seating and on-board entertainment to buses