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What was the first known vehicle used by early man around 7000 BC?
What was the first known vehicle used by early man around 7000 BC?
Which civilization is credited with the development of the first hard surfaces for travel around 3500 BC?
Which civilization is credited with the development of the first hard surfaces for travel around 3500 BC?
What significant infrastructure development was achieved in Crete around 1500 BC?
What significant infrastructure development was achieved in Crete around 1500 BC?
What was a major advancement in pavement technology during the Roman Empire around 300 BC?
What was a major advancement in pavement technology during the Roman Empire around 300 BC?
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What new developments in vehicle technology occurred between AD 800 and 1100?
What new developments in vehicle technology occurred between AD 800 and 1100?
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Which mode of transportation is the most commonly used by tourists?
Which mode of transportation is the most commonly used by tourists?
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What distinguishes Greyhound Lines in the North American transportation market?
What distinguishes Greyhound Lines in the North American transportation market?
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How many passenger miles per gallon does an average Greyhound bus achieve?
How many passenger miles per gallon does an average Greyhound bus achieve?
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What year did Victory Liner, Inc. become incorporated?
What year did Victory Liner, Inc. become incorporated?
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What does the term TNVS stand for?
What does the term TNVS stand for?
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Which of the following is defined as active transportation?
Which of the following is defined as active transportation?
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What is the primary function of rail transportation?
What is the primary function of rail transportation?
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What percentage of tourists commonly use rail transportation?
What percentage of tourists commonly use rail transportation?
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What is the primary purpose of the Eurailpass?
What is the primary purpose of the Eurailpass?
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In which year was Amtrak founded?
In which year was Amtrak founded?
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What is the Shinkansen commonly referred to as in English?
What is the Shinkansen commonly referred to as in English?
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When did the Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) system in Singapore open?
When did the Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) system in Singapore open?
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What does the Channel Tunnel connect?
What does the Channel Tunnel connect?
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What year marks the beginning of the modern pavement era with the construction of macadam hard-surfaced roads?
What year marks the beginning of the modern pavement era with the construction of macadam hard-surfaced roads?
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Which event occurred first in the context of significant transportation innovations?
Which event occurred first in the context of significant transportation innovations?
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Which canal opened in 1869, significantly impacting trade routes?
Which canal opened in 1869, significantly impacting trade routes?
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What was the primary achievement of Ferdinand Magellan's voyage from 1519 to 1522?
What was the primary achievement of Ferdinand Magellan's voyage from 1519 to 1522?
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Which act was passed in 1956 to facilitate the construction of highways across the United States?
Which act was passed in 1956 to facilitate the construction of highways across the United States?
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In what year did the first commercial jet service begin?
In what year did the first commercial jet service begin?
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Which of the following years is associated with the completion of the Transcontinental Railroad in the United States?
Which of the following years is associated with the completion of the Transcontinental Railroad in the United States?
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What significant transportation project began in 1940 as one of the first expressways in the U.S.?
What significant transportation project began in 1940 as one of the first expressways in the U.S.?
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Study Notes
Early Transportation
- Early humans transported themselves by walking, dragging, rolling, or pushing items they needed.
- Worn paths served as the first "roads."
- The sled/sledge is considered the first vehicle, likely in use around 7000 BC.
Development of Mobility
- In Mesopotamia around 3500 BC, the wheel's development resulted in better travel and packed-surface roads.
- By 3000 BC, wheeled vehicles were prevalent, alongside domesticated animals for hauling.
- Sails were developed to enhance transportation capabilities.
Advances in Road Construction
- The first stone-surfaced roads appeared in Crete around 1500 BC.
- Civilizations such as the Mayans, Aztecs, and Incas constructed roads to facilitate military movement and trade.
Roman Innovations
- The Roman Empire around 300 BC advanced pavement technology using broken stones in mortar for road surfaces.
Vehicle Technology Advances
- Between AD 800 and 1100, the modern horse harness and nails for horseshoes were invented, improving transportation efficiency.
Navigational Breakthroughs
- The magnetic compass was likely invented in China around 1200, later used by European mariners for navigation.
Notable Explorations
- Christopher Columbus discovered the Americas in 1492.
- Vasco de Gama sailed around Africa from 1497-1498.
- Ferdinand Magellan completed the first voyage around the world from 1519-1522.
Evolution of Steam Transportation
- Nicolas Cugnot demonstrated the first steam road vehicle in Paris in 1769.
- John Fitch showed the first successful steamboat in 1786.
- Richard Trevithick introduced the first successful railroad steam locomotive in Wales in 1804.
Paving Innovations
- John Loudon MacAdam developed the hard-surfaced macadam roads in England in 1815, marking the start of modern pavement.
The Railroad Era
- The Railroad Era spanned from 1820 to 1920.
- Stockton and Darlington Railway became the first locomotive-powered common carrier in 1825.
- London's first subway line opened in 1863, and the transcontinental railroad in the U.S. was completed in 1869.
- The first electrified railroads debuted in England and Ireland between 1882 and 1883.
Maritime Development
- The Erie Canal opened in 1825, facilitating trade.
- The Age of Clipper Ships peaked in the 1850s.
- Key canals opened: Suez Canal in 1869 and Panama Canal in 1914.
Emergence of Automobiles
- In the 1880s, Daimler and Benz in Germany produced the first successful gasoline-engine automobiles.
- The Federal Aid Road Act was passed in 1916, funding roadway construction.
The Highway System
- The Pennsylvania Turnpike opened in 1940 as one of the original expressways in the U.S.
- The Interstate Highway Act in 1956 initiated the construction of 40,000 miles of interstate highways.
Aviation Milestones
- The Wright Brothers achieved the first airplane flight in 1903.
- The first commercial jet service launched in 1952 with the British DeHavilland Comet.
- Boeing 747 introduced as the first jumbo jet in 1970.
Recent Transportation Developments
- The 1970s and 1980s saw fuel crises affecting travel.
- The ISTEA in 1990 marked a shift towards maintenance of the Interstate system.
- TEA-21 in 1998 advanced transportation equity.
Space Transportation
- Humans landed on the Moon in 1969.
- The Space Shuttle, a reusable spacecraft, was introduced in 1981.
Land Transportation Overview
- Defined as the movement of people, animals, or goods on land, with two primary forms: road and rail transport.
Modes of Tourist Transportation
- Car transportation is the most common among tourists at 61%.
- Air transport accounts for 21%, rail for 15%, and ship for 3%.
Road Transportation Overview
- Greyhound Lines serves over 3,800 destinations across North America since its inception in 1914.
- The Greyhound fleet consists of approximately 3,250 buses, improving road efficiency by removing cars.
- Victory Liner, a major provincial bus company in the Philippines, was founded in 1953.
Active Transportation
- Defined as self-propelled motion, examples include walking, cycling, jogging, and skateboarding.
Rail Transportation Details
- Rail transport involves passenger and goods movement on wheeled vehicles running on tracks.
- The Eurailpass, introduced in 1959, allows unlimited travel in 33 European countries for non-residents.
- Amtrak serves as a major passenger railroad service in the U.S., operating in 46 states and parts of Canada.
- The Shinkansen, or bullet train, connects Tokyo with other Japanese regions via high-speed rail.
Mass Rapid Transit Systems
- The MRT in Singapore opened in 1987 and serves as its primary rail network.
- The Manila Light Rail Transit System operates within Metro Manila, part of the urban rail infrastructure.
Undersea Railways
- The Channel Tunnel, or Eurotunnel, connects Folkestone with Coquelles under the English Channel, opening in 1994.
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Test your knowledge on the evolution of transportation from early vehicles to significant infrastructure developments throughout history. Learn about ancient civilizations and their contributions to travel technology, including early roads and paving advancements. This quiz covers key milestones from 7000 BC to the modern age.
