The history of transportation is very long and full of changes and inventions. It starts 1 walking, which is not any invention; it just takes energy. People used to walk to get to other places. If you wanted to get somewhere quickly, the 2 way to do that was to run. Actually, the first invention for transportation 3 was the shoe. Centuries ago there were no shoes, and people walked barefoot.
Then people invented 4 to transport themselves and materials from one place to another. In some cultures, people invented sledges (雪橇), 5 are a kind of board that you drag along the ground. You can tie things on the sledge to help carry them, but it"s a challenging invention 6 if you hit a rock with the sledge as you pull it, the contents can 7 . In other cultures, people invented the wheel, which they used to make it easier to move things—and people. That was the beginning of many innovations in transportation.
8 people had wheels they could invent other ways to travel. They could put the wheel on a board and make it a wagon, and then they could 9 that wagon to an ox or a horse and ride as well as carry materials. That wheel led to 10 we have today: trucks, automobiles, and even boats and planes. For example, there were steamboats that used giant wheels that turned with blades, pushing the water and pushing the boat forward.The history of transportation is very long and full of changes and inventions. It starts 1 walking, which is not any invention; it just takes energy. People used to walk to get to other places. If you wanted to get somewhere quickly, the 2 way to do that was to run. Actually, the first invention for transportation 3 was the shoe. Centuries ago there were no shoes, and people walked barefoot.
Then people invented 4 to transport themselves and materials from one place to another. In some cultures, people invented sledges (雪橇), 5 are a kind of board that you drag along the ground. You can tie things on the sledge to help carry them, but it"s a challenging invention 6 if you hit a rock with the sledge as you pull it, the contents can 7 . In other cultures, people invented the wheel, which they used to make it easier to move things—and people. That was the beginning of many innovations in transportation.
8 people had wheels they could invent other ways to travel. They could put the wheel on a board and make it a wagon, and then they could 9 that wagon to an ox or a horse and ride as well as carry materials. That wheel led to 10 we have today: trucks, automobiles, and even boats and planes. For example, there were steamboats that used giant wheels that turned with blades, pushing the water and pushing the boat forward.The history of transportation is very long and full of changes and inventions. It starts 1 walking, which is not any invention; it just takes energy. People used to walk to get to other places. If you wanted to get somewhere quickly, the 2 way to do that was to run. Actually, the first invention for transportation 3 was the shoe. Centuries ago there were no shoes, and people walked barefoot.
Then people invented 4 to transport themselves and materials from one place to another. In some cultures, people invented sledges (雪橇), 5 are a kind of board that you drag along the ground. You can tie things on the sledge to help carry them, but it"s a challenging invention 6 if you hit a rock with the sledge as you pull it, the contents can 7 . In other cultures, people invented the wheel, which they used to make it easier to move things—and people. That was the beginning of many innovations in transportation.
8 people had wheels they could invent other ways to travel. They could put the wheel on a board and make it a wagon, and then they could 9 that wagon to an ox or a horse and ride as well as carry materials. That wheel led to 10 we have today: trucks, automobiles, and even boats and planes. For example, there were steamboats that used giant wheels that turned with blades, pushing the water and pushing the boat forward.The history of transportation is very long and full of changes and inventions. It starts 1 walking, which is not any invention; it just takes energy. People used to walk to get to other places. If you wanted to get somewhere quickly, the 2 way to do that was to run. Actually, the first invention for transportation 3 was the shoe. Centuries ago there were no shoes, and people walked barefoot.
Then people invented 4 to transport themselves and materials from one place to another. In some cultures, people invented sledges (雪橇), 5 are a kind of board that you drag along the ground. You can tie things on the sledge to help carry them, but it"s a challenging invention 6 if you hit a rock with the sledge as you pull it, the contents can 7 . In other cultures, people invented the wheel, which they used to make it easier to move things—and people. That was the beginning of many innovations in transportation.
8 people had wheels they could invent other ways to travel. They could put the wheel on a board and make it a wagon, and then they could 9 that wagon to an ox or a horse and ride as well as carry materials. That wheel led to 10 we have today: trucks, automobiles, and even boats and planes. For example, there were steamboats that used giant wheels that turned with blades, pushing the water and pushing the boat forward.The saying "Clothes Make the Man" dates back some 400 years and it refers to the fact that when people see a well-dressed person, they assume that person is a professional, capable, and (especially in the old days) rich. Therefore, you had to dress like how you wanted to be perceived, what you wanted to ually achieve. Fast forward 400 years, lots of folks still think the same way. But does it really make a difference
I happen to be one of those who do not put faith in the old saying. I suppose I might be in the minority but I am a member of an elite club with the likes of Steve Jobs and Bill Gates in my camp.
Perception is not reality; perception is halfway to discovering reality. Perception is drawn from our own impressions, our own belief systems. Is it powerful and influential Absolutely! Is it all that it seems Less often than you think. How many times have you cast an initial judgment only to surprise yourself later and learn how you missed out on a great opportunity, person or idea
Comment 1:
In the present era, many associate the well-dressed with being the most successful. It took folks in the business world a long time to overlook the way Steve Jobs wore jeans on the public stage. I did not know Mr. Jobs, though I wish I had. I have heard it said that he invented the concept of "business casual." In my mind that is as much a matter of self-confidence as it is a matter of taste in clothing.
Comment 2:
You are wrong about Steve Jobs. He certainly did care about how he was perceived and his appearance was very much calculated to achieve his desired effect. From his early formal business clothing down to the aggressive casualness of his ual black turtle neck and jeans uniform, his clothes and the impact they made were clearly foremost in his mind.
Comment 3:
It reminds me of the story about the philosopher who goes to a formal dinner party in jeans. When asked if he felt out of place because of his clothes, he looked around and said he hadn"t noticed.The saying "Clothes Make the Man" dates back some 400 years and it refers to the fact that when people see a well-dressed person, they assume that person is a professional, capable, and (especially in the old days) rich. Therefore, you had to dress like how you wanted to be perceived, what you wanted to ually achieve. Fast forward 400 years, lots of folks still think the same way. But does it really make a difference
I happen to be one of those who do not put faith in the old saying. I suppose I might be in the minority but I am a member of an elite club with the likes of Steve Jobs and Bill Gates in my camp.
Perception is not reality; perception is halfway to discovering reality. Perception is drawn from our own impressions, our own belief systems. Is it powerful and influential Absolutely! Is it all that it seems Less often than you think. How many times have you cast an initial judgment only to surprise yourself later and learn how you missed out on a great opportunity, person or idea
Comment 1:
In the present era, many associate the well-dressed with being the most successful. It took folks in the business world a long time to overlook the way Steve Jobs wore jeans on the public stage. I did not know Mr. Jobs, though I wish I had. I have heard it said that he invented the concept of "business casual." In my mind that is as much a matter of self-confidence as it is a matter of taste in clothing.
Comment 2:
You are wrong about Steve Jobs. He certainly did care about how he was perceived and his appearance was very much calculated to achieve his desired effect. From his early formal business clothing down to the aggressive casualness of his ual black turtle neck and jeans uniform, his clothes and the impact they made were clearly foremost in his mind.
Comment 3:
It reminds me of the story about the philosopher who goes to a formal dinner party in jeans. When asked if he felt out of place because of his clothes, he looked around and said he hadn"t noticed.The saying "Clothes Make the Man" dates back some 400 years and it refers to the fact that when people see a well-dressed person, they assume that person is a professional, capable, and (especially in the old days) rich. Therefore, you had to dress like how you wanted to be perceived, what you wanted to ually achieve. Fast forward 400 years, lots of folks still think the same way. But does it really make a difference
I happen to be one of those who do not put faith in the old saying. I suppose I might be in the minority but I am a member of an elite club with the likes of Steve Jobs and Bill Gates in my camp.
Perception is not reality; perception is halfway to discovering reality. Perception is drawn from our own impressions, our own belief systems. Is it powerful and influential Absolutely! Is it all that it seems Less often than you think. How many times have you cast an initial judgment only to surprise yourself later and learn how you missed out on a great opportunity, person or idea
Comment 1:
In the present era, many associate the well-dressed with being the most successful. It took folks in the business world a long time to overlook the way Steve Jobs wore jeans on the public stage. I did not know Mr. Jobs, though I wish I had. I have heard it said that he invented the concept of "business casual." In my mind that is as much a matter of self-confidence as it is a matter of taste in clothing.
Comment 2:
You are wrong about Steve Jobs. He certainly did care about how he was perceived and his appearance was very much calculated to achieve his desired effect. From his early formal business clothing down to the aggressive casualness of his ual black turtle neck and jeans uniform, his clothes and the impact they made were clearly foremost in his mind.
Comment 3:
It reminds me of the story about the philosopher who goes to a formal dinner party in jeans. When asked if he felt out of place because of his clothes, he looked around and said he hadn"t noticed.Experts say distracted walking is a growing problem, as people of all ages become more dependent on electronic devices for personal and professional matters. They also note pedestrian deaths have been rising in recent years. In 2005, 11% of all US deaths involved pedestrians, but that number rose to 15% in 2014.
The rise in deaths coincides with states introducing bills that target pedestrians. Some states, such as Hawaii, Arkansas, Illinois, Nevada and New York, continue to introduce legislation every year.
The measure recently introduced by New Jersey assembly woman Pamela Lampitt would ban walking while texting and prohibit pedestrians on public roads from using electronic communication devices unless they are hands-free. Violators would face fines of up to $ 50, 15-day imprisonment or both, which is the same penalty as jaywalking (乱穿马路). Half of the fine would be allocated to safety education about the ers of walking while texting, said Lampitt.
Some see the proposal as an unnecessary government overreach, while others say they understand Lampitt"s reasoning. But most agree that people need to be made aware of the issue. "Distracted pedestrians, like distracted drivers, present a potential er to themselves and drivers on the road," Lampitt said. "An individual crossing the road distracted by their smartphone presents just as much er to motorists as someone jaywalking and should be held, at minimum, to the same penalty."
The main question raised about the measure, though, is whether it can be enforced consistently by police officers who usually have more pressing matters to deal with. Some feel that rather than imposing a new law, the state should focus on distracted-walking education. Lampitt said the measure was needed to stop and penalize "risky behavior". She cited a National Safety Council report that showed distracted-walking incidents involving cellphones accounted for an estimated 11,101 injuries from 2000 to 2011.
The study found a majority of those injured were female and most were 40 or younger. Talking on the phone was the most prevalent activity at the time of injury, while texting accounted for 12%. Nearly 80% of the injuries occurred as the result of a fall, while 9% occurred from the pedestrian striking a motionless object.The saying "Clothes Make the Man" dates back some 400 years and it refers to the fact that when people see a well-dressed person, they assume that person is a professional, capable, and (especially in the old days) rich. Therefore, you had to dress like how you wanted to be perceived, what you wanted to ually achieve. Fast forward 400 years, lots of folks still think the same way. But does it really make a difference
I happen to be one of those who do not put faith in the old saying. I suppose I might be in the minority but I am a member of an elite club with the likes of Steve Jobs and Bill Gates in my camp.
Perception is not reality; perception is halfway to discovering reality. Perception is drawn from our own impressions, our own belief systems. Is it powerful and influential Absolutely! Is it all that it seems Less often than you think. How many times have you cast an initial judgment only to surprise yourself later and learn how you missed out on a great opportunity, person or idea
Comment 1:
In the present era, many associate the well-dressed with being the most successful. It took folks in the business world a long time to overlook the way Steve Jobs wore jeans on the public stage. I did not know Mr. Jobs, though I wish I had. I have heard it said that he invented the concept of "business casual." In my mind that is as much a matter of self-confidence as it is a matter of taste in clothing.
Comment 2:
You are wrong about Steve Jobs. He certainly did care about how he was perceived and his appearance was very much calculated to achieve his desired effect. From his early formal business clothing down to the aggressive casualness of his ual black turtle neck and jeans uniform, his clothes and the impact they made were clearly foremost in his mind.
Comment 3:
It reminds me of the story about the philosopher who goes to a formal dinner party in jeans. When asked if he felt out of place because of his clothes, he looked around and said he hadn"t noticed.Experts say distracted walking is a growing problem, as people of all ages become more dependent on electronic devices for personal and professional matters. They also note pedestrian deaths have been rising in recent years. In 2005, 11% of all US deaths involved pedestrians, but that number rose to 15% in 2014.
The rise in deaths coincides with states introducing bills that target pedestrians. Some states, such as Hawaii, Arkansas, Illinois, Nevada and New York, continue to introduce legislation every year.
The measure recently introduced by New Jersey assembly woman Pamela Lampitt would ban walking while texting and prohibit pedestrians on public roads from using electronic communication devices unless they are hands-free. Violators would face fines of up to $ 50, 15-day imprisonment or both, which is the same penalty as jaywalking (乱穿马路). Half of the fine would be allocated to safety education about the ers of walking while texting, said Lampitt.
Some see the proposal as an unnecessary government overreach, while others say they understand Lampitt"s reasoning. But most agree that people need to be made aware of the issue. "Distracted pedestrians, like distracted drivers, present a potential er to themselves and drivers on the road," Lampitt said. "An individual crossing the road distracted by their smartphone presents just as much er to motorists as someone jaywalking and should be held, at minimum, to the same penalty."
The main question raised about the measure, though, is whether it can be enforced consistently by police officers who usually have more pressing matters to deal with. Some feel that rather than imposing a new law, the state should focus on distracted-walking education. Lampitt said the measure was needed to stop and penalize "risky behavior". She cited a National Safety Council report that showed distracted-walking incidents involving cellphones accounted for an estimated 11,101 injuries from 2000 to 2011.
The study found a majority of those injured were female and most were 40 or younger. Talking on the phone was the most prevalent activity at the time of injury, while texting accounted for 12%. Nearly 80% of the injuries occurred as the result of a fall, while 9% occurred from the pedestrian striking a motionless object.