The invention of the automobile revolutionized transportation in early 20th century America, providing a convenient and efficient mode of personal travel for the middle class.
Think of an automobile as a personal time machine that allowed middle-class people to zip through time and space quickly and comfortably, making their lives more convenient.
Assembly Line: A method of mass production introduced by Henry Ford, where workers at different stations would complete specific tasks to assemble cars more quickly and efficiently.
Suburbs: Residential areas located outside the city center that became more accessible due to automobiles, allowing middle-class families to live away from crowded urban areas.
Consumer Culture: The rise of advertising and the availability of automobiles created a culture centered around consumption, with people buying cars as status symbols and enjoying road trips for leisure.
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