Railway Technology Topic 1

When was the first railway system used?

• 20th Century

• 19th Century

• 18th Century

• 21st Century

Who is the creator of the famous steam locomotive 'Rocket'?

• James Watt

• Richard Trevithick

• George Stephenson

• Thomas Edison

Which of the following is an example of rail infrastructure?

• Lifts and escalators

• Toll highways

• Platforms and stations

• Air traffic control towers

What is the main purpose of the control center in the rail system?

• Road traffic control

• Train journey control

• Passenger ticket inspection

• Storage of replacement trains

Why is the platform important in the rail system?

• To store carriages

• For refueling trains

• For passengers to board and alight

• For rail installation

The main difference between urban and rural stations is:

• Urban stations are smaller

• Rural stations are more crowded

• Urban stations are more complex and busy

• There is no difference

Why is the construction of the rail system important during the Industrial Revolution?

• Supporting the road system

• Replacing horses as transportation

• Accelerating trade and human movement

• Controlling the prices of goods

What is the risk if the station has no safety barriers?

• Passengers become confused

• Trains cannot stop

• Risk of accidents on the tracks

• Tickets become more expensive

What is the effect of a lack of rail infrastructure in rural areas?

• Increased accident rates

• Difficulty accessing modern transportation

• Increased fuel costs

• Delays in the flight system

How does modern technology improve the safety of train stations?

• Selling tickets faster

• Providing Wi-Fi facilities

• Using automatic controls and CCTV systems

• Reducing the number of staff