Early transport and Edward VII coronation, 1902

The video explores the first 50 years of the 20th century, starting with King Edward VII's era. It highlights the transition from traditional to modern technology, with coal and steam being challenged by new innovations like the Tooting Electric tramway, which provided a sense of familiarity and reassurance despite the rapid technological advancements.

What is the main theme introduced in the first section of the transcript?

• The end of a century

• The rise of King Edward VII

• The invention of the electric tramway

• The beginning of a 50-year story

During whose reign does the story in the second section take place?

• Queen Elizabeth II

• King Edward VII

• King George V

• Queen Victoria

What symbolized the traditional era during King Edward VII's time?

• Electric tramways

• Gaslight and top hats

• Automobiles

• Steam engines

What technological advancement is mentioned as challenging coal and steam?

• The automobile

• The steam locomotive

• The electric tramway

• The airplane

How did people perceive the new Tooting Electric tramway?

• As a temporary trend

• As reassuring and familiar

• As a futuristic innovation

• As a threat to tradition