Understanding Jaywalking and Its History

What does the term 'jaywalker' historically imply?

• A law-abiding citizen

• A cautious driver

• An unsophisticated or foolish pedestrian

• A skilled pedestrian

In which countries is jaywalking mostly legal?

• Canada, Australia, Germany

• Philippines, Netherlands, Mexico

• United States, Japan, Zimbabwe

• India, China, Brazil

What was a common feature of city streets before the 1920s?

• They had strict traffic regulations

• They were only for horse-drawn carriages

• They were public spaces for everyone

• They were primarily for automobiles

Who was the first pedestrian killed by an automobile?

• Jane Smith

• Henry Ford

• Henry Bliss

• John Doe

What term was used for reckless drivers in the early 1900s?

• Jaywalker

• Road hog

• Speedster

• Jay driver

Which city passed the first law requiring pedestrians to use crosswalks?

• New York City

• Chicago

• Los Angeles

• Kansas City

What was a significant factor in the spread of jaywalking laws in the 1920s?

• Government safety campaigns

• Automobile industry propaganda

• Pedestrian advocacy groups

• Public demand for safer streets

How did the automobile industry influence media coverage of car accidents?

• By promoting pedestrian safety

• By providing free articles that blamed pedestrians

• By ignoring pedestrian incidents

• By highlighting driver responsibility

What recent change has occurred regarding jaywalking laws in New York City?

• It has remained unchanged

• It has been banned entirely

• It has been completely legalized

• It has become more strictly enforced

What is the narrator's humorous take on his other channel?

• It's a successful comedy channel

• It's a secret channel with funny videos

• It's a channel for educational content

• It's a channel about serious topics