Today we're going to discuss the history of the bicycle. Although early prototypes appeared in the 19th century, the first practical model with pedals was invented in 1861 by Pierre Michaux in France. However, it was not until the 1880s that the 'safety bicycle' with equal-sized wheels and a chain drive became popular, making cycling accessible to a wider audience, especially women. By the early 20th century, bicycles had become a major mode of transport in many cities, and their design has changed relatively little since then.
❓ 여성들을 포함한 더 넓은 대중에게 사이클링을 더 쉽게 접근할 수 있게 만든 것은 무엇이었는가?
A. A. 1861년 페달의 발명
B. B. 동일한 크기의 바퀴와 체인 구동 장치를 갖춘 안전 자전거의 도입
C. C. 19세기 초기 프로토타입의 개발
D. D. 도시에서 주요 교통수단으로서의 자전거 이용
✅ 正确答案
B. The introduction of the safety bicycle with equal-sized wheels and a chain drive