The Victorians - The Great Exhibition 1851

The transcript discusses the upcoming Great Exhibition, highlighting Britain's achievements. It introduces Frederick Bakewell's Copying Telegraph, an early fax machine, and the Koh-i-Noor diamond, symbolizing power. It also mentions George Jennings' innovative public toilets, emphasizing the exhibition's diverse attractions.

What was Prince Albert's main goal for the Great Exhibition?

• To promote tourism in Britain

• To host a royal gathering

• To sell British products

• To showcase Britain's dominance in various fields

What was the primary function of Frederick Bakewell's invention?

• To record sound

• To display images on a screen

• To print catalogs quickly

• To send handwritten messages over long distances

What is the modern term for Bakewell's Copying Telegraph?

• Fax machine

• Television

• Telephone

• Radio

What was the significance of the Koh-i-Noor diamond at the exhibition?

• It symbolized Britain's power and wealth

• It was the largest diamond ever found

• It was a gift from the Queen to India

• It was used to cut glass

What unique feature did George Jennings introduce at the exhibition?

• Public toilets

• A steam engine

• A new type of printing press

• An electric light bulb