Wagons And Carts Flashcards
How did people transport big loads prior to the use of wagons and carts?
They would put big logs under the loads and roll the logs to move the loads.
What were the disadvantages of using logs to move loads?
Not easy, and lots of work
Why were the first wagons and carts invented?
It was hard work, and not easy, to roll loads on logs.
What were the first types of wheeled vehicles?
Carts and wagons
How many wheels do carts have?
Two
How many wheels do wagons have?
Four
Which animals were used to draw carts and wagons?
Donkeys, horses and oxen
What were the benefits of wagons and carts compared to walking?
They could help people travel further.
They could also carry goods over long distances.
What is a carriage?
A closed, horse- drawn vehicle with four wheels, used to transport people.
Which vehicle developed from the carriage?
The coach
What is a coach?
A big, closed vehicle used to transport up to 8 people
What is a stagecoach?
A public transport vehicle that carried people, baggage and mail from one station to another, like a bus or train.
