Good morning. Today we're going to discuss the history of the bicycle. Now, many people think the bicycle was invented in the 19th century, but in fact, the first two-wheeled vehicle, called a draisine, appeared in 1817 in Germany. However, it had no pedals. The pedal-powered bicycle we recognize today was developed in the 1860s in France. Interestingly, the first bicycle race was held in 1868 in Paris, and it covered a distance of just 1.2 kilometers. So, although bicycles seem modern, their basic design is over 150 years old.
❓ What does the lecturer say about the first bicycle race?
A. It took place in Germany.
B. It was held in 1868 in Paris.
C. It was over 100 kilometers long.
D. It involved pedal-powered bicycles from England.