What was the initial reaction to new innovations like the Wright Brothers' plane?

History and Impact of Automobile Racing

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Complete rejection by society
Attempts to understand and maximize their potential
Instant commercial success
Immediate widespread acceptance
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the significance of the first official automobile race in the United States?
It was the longest race in history
It was held in New York City
It marked the beginning of car racing as a sport
It was the first race to use electric cars
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How did early automobile races help car manufacturers?
By eliminating competition
By reducing production costs
By increasing fuel efficiency
By promoting the quality and reliability of their cars
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which type of race was NOT mentioned as popular in the early automotive age?
Dirt oval track races
Drag races
Land speed races
Hill climb races
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
When did the 24 Hours of Le Mans race begin?
1895
1916
1911
1923
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the significance of the car 'Old 16' in American racing history?
It was the first electric car to win a race
It was the first American-built car to win a major road race
It was the first car to use a rearview mirror
It was the first car to break the sound barrier
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which country was initially ahead in terms of racing ability?
United States
Italy
Germany
France
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