What does the image primarily depict in relation to the theme?

• The invention of the automobile

• The development of the steam engine

• The first successful airplane flight

• The launch of a space shuttle

What was one of the reasons why mass transit became important in larger cities?

• To increase the cost of living

• To reduce the number of jobs

• To help residents in distant neighborhoods access the city

• To decrease city populations

Why did workers need advancements in transportation during the period discussed?

• To travel longer distances for leisure

• To get to work faster

• To avoid going to work

• To relocate to rural areas

What was a social benefit of mass transit systems in growing cities?

• Decreased access to city centers

• Increased isolation of residents

• Easier access to stores and attractions

• Reduced need for personal vehicles

What is the primary function of mass transit systems as depicted in the image?

• To provide leisure travel for tourists

• To transport goods between cities

• To carry large numbers of people and make regular stops along established routes

• To serve as historical landmarks

Which mode of mass transit is shown in the top left image within the provided material?

• Bus

• Horse-drawn streetcar

• Modern electric tram

• Subway train

What era do the images in the learning material most likely represent in the context of mass transit development?

• Early 21st century

• Late 19th to early 20th century

• Mid 17th century

• Late 20th century

What were streetcars considered as in terms of urban transportation development?

• A) A modern innovation of the 20th century

• B) The first forms of mass transit

• C) A replacement for automobiles

• D) An outdated form of transportation

Who was Andrew Smith Hallidie, and what was his contribution to mass transit?

• A) Inventor of the electric streetcar

• B) Developer of the first subway system

• C) Creator of the first cable car in San Francisco

• D) Designer of the first high-speed rail

What city is famous for its iconic cable cars, as depicted in the image?

• Los Angeles

• New York City

• San Francisco

• Chicago