50 Years Before Your Eyes, Bicycles and Women

In the early 1900s, the nation was captivated by bicycles, reflecting a broader cultural shift. Paris set the fashion trends for the new century, emphasizing daring styles. As the Victorian era ended, women began to find roles in shops and factories, with figures like Bertha, the sewing machine girl, becoming icons of the time.

What was a significant cultural trend in the early 1900s?

• Steam engine development

• Automobile fascination

• Bicycle craze

• Airplane innovation

Which city was influential in setting fashion trends for the new century?

• London

• Berlin

• New York

• Paris

What characterized the fashion decreed by Paris for the new century?

• Conservative and modest

• Bright and colorful

• Daring and limb-revealing

• Traditional and formal

What societal change was occurring for women after the Victorian era?

• Increased domestic roles

• Greater political influence

• Entry into shops and factories

• More educational opportunities

Who was a cultural icon representing working women in the early 1900s?

• Bertha the sewing machine girl

• Clara the factory worker

• Mary the teacher

• Anna the shopkeeper