History of the Bicycle

What was the first type of bicycle called?

• Moon bicycle

• Balance bicycle

• Sky bicycle

• Line bicycle

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How did early bicycles move forward?

• By pushing upwards.

• By pushing backwards.

• By pushing with your feet on the ground.

• By pushing down hill.

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Modern bicycles come in only one size.

• True

• False

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Did you know that the first bicycles did not have pedals? Riders moved them by pushing their feet on the ground.

The first bicycles had pedals to help people move forward.

True or False

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Modern-day bicycles have special features like kickstands, come in various colors and sizes, and include types designed for racing and mountain riding.

True or False

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The "Bone Shaker" bicycle, introduced in the 1860s, was made of wooden wheels and an iron frame. It featured pedals, allowing riders to move without walking the bike. However, the wooden wheels made the ride bumpy, especially on cobblestone roads.
What was the “Bone Shaker” bicycle made of?

• Wood and iron

• Rubber and steel

• Plastic and aluminum

• Leather and wood

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The 1860s "Bone Shaker" bike had wooden wheels and an iron frame, making for a bumpy ride. By 1888, air-filled rubber tires and a chain made bicycles faster and smoother, and they became very popular.
What made bicycles easier to ride by 1888?

• Electric motors and smooth roads.

• Pedals and an iron frame.

• Air-filled rubber tires and a chain.

• Wooden wheels and cobblestone roads.

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The __________ was a style of bicycle made in the 1860s with pedals and wooden wheels.
is it: Mall Shaker, Bone Shaker, Dark Shake, Sky Shaker

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