Garrett Morgan

What did Garrett Morgan see on the streets of Cleveland that made him realize the need for traffic safety?

• All of the above

• People and bikes causing traffic jams

• Horses and buggies colliding with cars

• Cars crashing into each other

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CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

What did Garrett Morgan develop to solve the traffic problems?

• A new type of car

• A traffic signal

• A faster horse and buggy

• A bicycle lane

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CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

What did the early version of Garrett Morgan's traffic signal use to control traffic?

• Loudspeakers

• Whistles and bells

• Arms that went up and down

• Flags of different colors

What additional safety device did Garrett Morgan invent?

• A mask for firefighters

• A reflective vest for pedestrians

• A seat belt for cars

• A helmet for cyclists

What other business venture did Garrett Morgan start in Cleveland?

• A clothing store

• A newspaper

• A car dealership

• A restaurant

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CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RI.9-10.10

What was the purpose of the traffic signal invented by Garrett Morgan?

• To make it easier for pedestrians to cross the street

• To prevent accidents with horses and buggies

• All of the above

• To control the speed of cars

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CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

What did Garrett Morgan demonstrate through his inventions and initiatives?

• The dangers of street racing

• The benefits of public transportation

• The need for stricter traffic laws

• The importance of innovation in solving problems

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CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

What impact did Garrett Morgan's traffic signal have on street corners?

• It had no impact at all

• It improved safety by controlling traffic flow

• It made it easier for cars to speed through intersections

• It caused more traffic jams

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CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

What was one of the main reasons for Garrett Morgan's success as an inventor?

• His ability to predict future traffic problems

• His interest in horse and buggy transportation

• His determination to find solutions to everyday issues

• His access to advanced technology

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

What did Garrett Morgan's traffic signal use to indicate when it was safe for people to cross the street?

• A stop sign

• A waving flag

• A green light

• A loud sound

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CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5