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.
❓ Каков был основной социальный эффект безопасного велосипеда, упомянутого в лекции?
A. A. Это снизило стоимость производства велосипедов.
B. B. Это сделало езду на велосипеде более безопасной для детей.
C. C. Это способствовало тому, что больше женщин начали ездить на велосипеде, что помогло движению за избирательное право.
D. D. Это привело к изобретению цепной передачи.
✅ 正确答案
C. It encouraged more women to cycle, aiding the suffrage movement.