The Great Adventure of Transport
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The Great Adventure of Transport

The Great Adventure of Transport

A journey through the innovations that transformed transportation and mobility.
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Photo credit: BAE Systems
Game creation: 2024-09-17
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 History   Society 
Keywords
 Innovation 
Writer vic88  Category History   Society   Keywords Innovation 
Game creation: 2024-09-17 | Photo credit: BAE Systems | Photo credit (thumbnail): BAE Systems
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The history of humanity is intimately linked to its need to move and transport goods. From the domestication of animals to the invention of the wheel, through maritime navigation and the rise of modern transportation (train, airplane, automobile), this great adventure has shaped civilizations, fostered exchanges, and transformed our world.

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  • This ship was used by the Vikings for raids, exploration and trade.

    Junk | Pirogue | Dhow | Longship

  • Who was at the controls of the plane on its first powered flight in 1903?

    Orville Wright | Alberto Santos-Dumont | Louis Blériot | Charles Lindbergh

  • Why is Clément Ader's flight on the “Éole” not considered to be the first flight, even though it took off?

    Limited control | Too short distance | All of these answers | Lack of reliable witnesses

  • Which woman made the first solo flight across the Atlantic Ocean in 1932?

    Elly Beinhorn | Amelia Earhart | Hélène Boucher | Amy Johnson

  • Which ancient Greek warship, used from the 8th century B.C. onwards, was powered by fifty oarsmen?

    Bireme | Lembus | Triaconter | Penteconter

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