Understanding Jaywalking

The video explains jaywalking as the illegal act of crossing streets improperly, a term originating in the early 20th century. As cities industrialized and automobiles became prevalent, traffic laws were introduced to manage the chaos. Naive country visitors, called 'jays', often ignored these laws, leading to the term 'jaywalking'. The video highlights the historical context and evolution of traffic regulations.

What is jaywalking?

• Walking on the sidewalk

• Driving without a license

• Crossing a street illegally

• Crossing a street legally

Why might someone wonder about the name 'jaywalking'?

• Because it is a common term

• Because it sounds like a bird

• Because it is a legal term

• Because it is not called 'pigeon walking'

What major change occurred in the early 20th century regarding transportation?

• The invention of bicycles

• The introduction of trains

• The transition from horse to horsepower

• The decline of public transport

Before automobiles, who had equal rights to the highway?

• Every man, woman, and chicken

• Only women

• Only animals

• Only men

What was introduced to manage the chaos caused by automobiles?

• Modern traffic signals

• Public transport systems

• Pedestrian bridges

• Speed limits

Who were referred to as 'jays' in the early 20th century?

• City residents

• Traffic police

• Naive country tourists

• Automobile drivers

Why were 'jays' often unaware of traffic laws?

• They were not interested in laws

• They were driving too fast

• They were new to the city

• They were too young

What does the term 'jaywalking' signify?

• A term for city residents

• Crossing the street illegally

• A type of bird

• A legal way to cross the street