History of the Rocket Locomotive

The video discusses the emergence of steam engines in the 19th century, highlighting their transformative impact on transportation. It focuses on the innovations by George Stephenson and his son Robert, who improved steam locomotive technology. Their famous locomotive, the Rocket, won a significant competition in 1829, leading to its use in the first passenger rail service between Liverpool and Manchester in 1830. This marked a pivotal moment in rail transport history.

In which century did steam engines become prominent in various fields?

• 18th century

• 20th century

• 19th century

• 21st century

Who were the key figures in improving steam locomotives with new technical ideas?

• Alexander Graham Bell and Elisha Gray

• James Watt and Matthew Boulton

• Thomas Edison and Nikola Tesla

• George Stephenson and Robert Stephenson

What was a significant improvement made by the Stephensons to enhance steam production?

• Increasing the size of the wheels

• Adding a chimney with an air passage

• Using electric engines

• Using solar panels

What was the name of the famous locomotive created by the Stephensons in 1829?

• The Thunder

• The Lightning

• The Rocket

• The Comet

In what year did the 'Rocket' win a steam locomotive race?

• 1835

• 1829

• 1840

• 1825

What was the maximum speed of the 'Rocket' locomotive?

• 20 km/h

• 50 km/h

• 30 km/h

• 40 km/h

What type of fuel did the 'Rocket' use?

• Electricity

• Wood

• Coal

• Diesel

Which railway did the 'Rocket' first operate on for passenger transport?

• Great Western Railway

• Liverpool and Manchester Railway

• East Coast Main Line

• London and Birmingham Railway