Why Americans Walk Less than Europeans

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Many Americans walk less than Europeans, and a recent study suggests that cars and safety concerns are significant reasons. On average, only 12% of daily trips for US adults are made on foot, while in the United Kingdom, people walk for 26% of their trips, and in France, it's 24%. Lower population density in the US means longer trips for work or shopping, contributing to fewer walking opportunities. Additionally, pedestrians in the US face a higher risk of accidents, being up to 10 times more likely to die in such incidents than in Germany, Denmark, or the Netherlands. The study highlights safety concerns and walking conditions as key factors discouraging walking in the US.

Questions

1- Why do Americans walk less than Europeans, according to the passage?

2- What is a significant factor contributing to fewer walking opportunities in the US?

3- What is the risk pedestrians in the US face compared to those in Germany, Denmark, or the Netherlands?

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You have completed the comprehension questions. 

Parts of this lesson are based on: An article by Bill Smith.