Question

In "Earthships," what inference can be made about problems with building an earthship?

Building an earthship could be just as expensive as building a house on earth.

Relying on gutters for water could be costly.

Purchasing batteries every month could be cumbersome.

Floor-to-ceiling windows are needed to heat the earthship.
Question 2
Part B

Which evidence from the passage best supports the answer to Part A?


"Additionally, the cement, plumbing, and electrical components, as well as the cost of installing solar panels, can be expensive."

"The use of cement, which is a porous material with many small holes and spaces, allows the gases to leak into the air."

"Ideally, by living in an Earthship, a person can have a home that is 'off the grid.'"

"Propane use can be costly, and unless one has planned far ahead, a wood supply can be quickly depleted."

Answer 1

1. Relying on gutters for water could be costly.

2. "Propane use can be costly, and unless one has planned far ahead, a wood supply can be quickly depleted."

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