Good morning, everyone. Today we're going to discuss the history of the bicycle. The first bicycle, invented in the early 19th century, had no pedals; riders pushed their feet along the ground. Later, in the 1860s, pedals were added to the front wheel, but this design was unstable. It wasn't until the 1880s that the safety bicycle, with two equal-sized wheels and a chain drive, became popular. Interestingly, the safety bicycle greatly increased the number of women cyclists, as it was easier to ride in long skirts. This had a significant social impact, contributing to the women's suffrage movement.
❓ 讲座中提到的安全自行车的一个重大社会影响是什么？
A. A. 它降低了自行车生产的成本。
B. B. 它使儿童骑行更加安全。
C. C. 它鼓励更多女性骑自行车，从而助力了妇女参政运动。
D. D. 它导致了链传动的发明。
✅ 正确答案
C. It encouraged more women to cycle, aiding the suffrage movement.