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Bell Ringer

Bell Ringer. How will or how has your life changed when you are old enough to drive?. Thinking slide. Give an example of a routine activity that would not happen if the automobile had not been invented:. Henry Ford. Founded the Ford Motor Co. First car was the “Model T”

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Bell Ringer

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  1. Bell Ringer • How will or how has your life changed when you are old enough to drive?

  2. Thinking slide • Give an example of a routine activity that would not happen if the automobile had not been invented:

  3. Henry Ford Founded the Ford Motor Co. First car was the “Model T” Ford’s factories used a faster method of building cars…The Assembly Line. (5 million cars built by 1929!!!) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wA2P76gQUCo

  4. A better working environment?... 8 hour workdays Wages up to $5/ day Workers were encouraged to suggest ways to improve productivity

  5. Characteristics of theModel T Nicknamed “The Tin Lizzy” Only came in black…why? Durable, reliable and easy to fix Could be driven on most surfaces Cost = $290 (equivalent of $3,400 today)

  6. Model T Began selling in 1908 4 cyl engine with 20Hp and a top speed of 40-45mph 13-21mpg/gas or ethanol Headlights were introduced in 1915 By 1915, 9 out 10 cars were a Ford

  7. However… He had demands!! Workers could not drink alcohol Workers could not smoke…on the job Workers could not join a union

  8. Ways the automobile changed the landscape of America • 1. New communities sprang up along country roads (suburbs). • 2. More people began traveling to work by car • 3. Trucks were more commonly used (less dependant on railroads) • 4. Increase in demand for related products

  9. Assignment: • The year is 1927 • Create a “skit”, song, rap, or one pg. paragraph trying to sell The Model T to the American public. • Use your textbook and outline for information and be sure to mention: • 1. Cost 2. Durability 3. Maintenance • 4. Any other facts (color, driven on most surfaces, etc.)

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