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Roads of rails called Wagonways were being used in Germany as as 1550. These railed roads consisted of wooden rails over which horse-drawn wagons or carts moved with greater ease than over dirt roads. Wagonways were the beginnings of modern railroads. 1776, iron had replaced the wood in the rails and wheels on the carts. Wagonways evolved into Tramways and spread throughout Europe. Horses still provided all the pulling power. In 1789, Englishman, William Jessup designed the first wagons with flanged wheels. The was a groove that allowed the wheels to better grip the rail, this was an important design that carried over to later locomotives.

exact flange By And last primitive early important

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Correct answer: early
Explanation: The word 'early' fits grammatically as it describes the time frame in which Wagonways were used, indicating that they were in use at an initial period, specifically as early as 1550. This aligns with the context of discussing historical developments in transportation.
Meaning: Early refers to a time that is near the beginning or initial stages of something.
Wrong options:
primitive: 'Primitive' is an adjective that describes something as being basic or undeveloped, which does not fit the temporal context required here.
And: 'And' is a conjunction used to connect words or phrases, which does not fit as it does not provide a temporal reference.
last: 'Last' is an adjective that indicates the final item in a sequence, which contradicts the intended meaning of indicating an early time.
flange: 'Flange' is a noun referring to a projecting flat rim or edge, which does not relate to the timing of the usage of Wagonways.
exact: 'Exact' is an adjective that means precise or accurate, which does not fit the context of time.
important: 'Important' is an adjective that signifies significance, but it does not convey the temporal aspect needed in this sentence.
Correct answer: primitive
Explanation: The term 'primitive' accurately describes the railed roads as being basic or early in development. This fits both grammatically and contextually, as it characterizes the technology of the time.
Meaning: Primitive refers to something that is basic, simple, or in an early stage of development.
Wrong options:
early: 'Early' is an adverb that indicates time, which does not fit as it does not describe the nature of the roads.
And: 'And' is a conjunction that connects phrases, which does not provide a descriptive quality for the roads.
last: 'Last' indicates the final item in a sequence, which does not apply to the description of the roads.
flange: 'Flange' is a noun that refers to a part of a wheel, which does not describe the roads themselves.
exact: 'Exact' means precise, which does not apply to the description of the roads.
important: 'Important' signifies significance, but does not describe the nature of the roads.
Correct answer: By
Explanation: The word 'By' is a preposition that indicates a point in time when something occurs. It fits grammatically and contextually, as it introduces the time frame of 1776 in relation to the evolution of Wagonways.
Meaning: By indicates a deadline or a point in time before which something happens.
Wrong options:
primitive: 'Primitive' is an adjective that describes something basic, which does not fit as it does not indicate a time frame.
And: 'And' is a conjunction that connects phrases, which does not serve to indicate a time frame.
last: 'Last' indicates the final item in a sequence, which does not apply to the context of time.
flange: 'Flange' is a noun that refers to a part of a wheel, which does not relate to the timing of the events.
exact: 'Exact' means precise, which does not fit the context of indicating a time frame.
important: 'Important' signifies significance, but does not indicate a time frame.
Correct answer: flange
Explanation: The term 'flange' is a noun that refers to a projecting flat rim or edge, specifically in this context, it describes a part of the wheel design that enhances grip on the rail. This fits grammatically and contextually as it relates directly to the design of the wagons.
Meaning: Flange refers to a groove or edge that helps wheels grip the rail better.
Wrong options:
primitive: 'Primitive' describes something basic or undeveloped, which does not fit as it does not relate to the specific part of the wagon.
And: 'And' is a conjunction that connects phrases, which does not fit as it does not describe a component of the design.
last: 'Last' indicates the final item in a sequence, which does not apply to the context of a design feature.
By: 'By' is a preposition indicating time, which does not relate to the description of a physical component.
exact: 'Exact' means precise, which does not describe a part of the wagon's design.
important: 'Important' signifies significance, but does not describe a specific component of the wagon.

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