Womens Empowerment Day Icebreaker Questions

What is transportation?

• It is E=Mc2?

• A skyscraper.

• It is how people and things get from one place to another.

• Traffic signs and signals

How many people are employed within the transportation industry in the US?

• About 2 million.

• Over 5 million people!

• Just under 1 Million!

• 10 million people!

What are some fields within the industry?

• Engineering

• Aerospace

• Urban Planning

• Rail

What were the first bicycles made out of?

• Metal

• Plastic

• Wood

• Steel

What is the concept of 'Smart Cities" about?

• Everybody uses their smart phones

• It integrates technology to improve urban efficiency, sustainability, and quality of life

• Everyone is able to read each other's minds to communicate telepathically

• It is a concept of a one-size-fits-all solution

What percentage of women are in the Transportation Industry?

• Over 50%

• Too many to count!

• Only 10%

• Under 30%

What could be a way public transit systems can help reduce noise pollution in urban areas?

• By only running in the late hours

• Having dance parties on the underground train so that street level activity won't be bothered

• Transitioning to electric and hybrid vehicles

• Banning everything other than walking

Why did the civil engineer become a chef?

• Because they wanted to finally build something that wouldn't collapse under pressure - a perfect soufflé!

• Because they wanted to make the world a batter place!

When did ADA compliance become a comprehensive civil rights law?

• It's been around for over 70 years

• Barely in the 1990's

• Signed in 2003 in Washington D.C.

• Since the 60's

The old nickname "iron horse" referred to the:

• Automobile

• Steamship

• A sturdy steed attached to a wagon

• Train