The Rise of the Automobile Quiz

What was a key factor that made the Model T affordable for the average American family?

• Reducing the size of the car

• Importing cheaper materials

• Ford's assembly line production methods

• Government subsidies

How did the rise of the automobile affect the American economy?

• It had no significant impact on the economy

• It boosted the economy by creating jobs in various industries

• It caused a decrease in employment opportunities

• It led to a decline in the steel industry

What was one major change in infrastructure due to the popularity of automobiles?

• The construction of more railroads

• The development of underground tunnels

• The expansion of the national highway system

• The increase in bicycle lanes

What is 'urban sprawl' as mentioned in the context of the automobile's impact?

• The spread of communities over larger areas

• The concentration of businesses in city centers

• The decline of suburban areas

• The increase in high-rise buildings

What was one criticism of the automobile mentioned in the transcript?

• It was seen as a 'demon machine' disrupting family life

• It made public transportation more popular

• It improved air quality in cities

• It reduced the number of road accidents