Exploring Life in the 1800s

Laurie finds a time machine and decides to travel to 1800s Australia. He experiences the era's environment, noting the lack of sewage systems and the prevalent use of horses for transportation. Laurie visits a grocery shop, observing the differences in fashion and shop design compared to the 21st century.

What did Laurie find on his way home from school?

• A magical book

• A mysterious map

• A silver box

• A golden key

What did Laurie discover about the silver box?

• It was a puzzle box

• It was a treasure chest

• It was a time machine

• It was a music player

Which time period did Laurie decide to visit?

• The 1600s

• The 1800s

• The 2000s

• The 1900s

What was one of the reasons for the bad smells in the 1800s?

• Factories

• Perfumes

• Sewage systems

• Animal droppings

What did Laurie notice about the air in the 1800s compared to the 21st century?

• It was more fragrant

• It was more polluted

• It was cleaner

• It was fresher

What mode of transportation did Laurie see in the 1800s?

• Bicycles

• Motorcycles

• Cars

• Horses

What did Laurie deduce about travel in the 1800s?

• It was very comfortable

• It was very fast

• It was very limited

• It was very expensive

What was different about the grocery shop Laurie visited in the 1800s?

• It was painted white with big windows

• It had a modern design

• It had electronic doors

• It was larger

What type of clothing did Laurie observe in the 1800s?

• Suits and ties

• Shorts and sandals

• Pantaloons and top hats

• Jeans and T-shirts

What was Laurie’s reaction to seeing a top hat?

• He was indifferent

• He was scared

• He was amused

• He was confused