What is a chairlift?
Q: What is a chairlift?
A: A chairlift is a type of public transport that moves on cables, and is like a chair.
Q: How does a chairlift move?
A: The cable is moved around by motors and lifted from the ground by towers.
Q: Why are chairlifts used in skiing resorts?
A: Chairlifts are used in skiing resorts to help skiers go up the mountain.
Q: How are chairlifts better than gondola lifts in skiing resorts?
A: Chairlifts are sometimes better than gondola lifts because skiers do not need to remove their skis. They can sit down on the chair and then leave it at the top of the mountain very quickly.
Q: How many people can a new chairlift carry?
A: A newer chairlift can carry up to 8 people.
Q: Are newer chairlifts faster than older ones?
A: Yes, newer chairlifts are faster overall, but they slow down at the station, making it easier to get on and off.
Q: Do some chairlifts have a special feature to keep people warm inside?
A: Yes, sometimes chairlifts even have a glass bubble that can be closed to keep people warm inside.
