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What is the main topic of Clip 1?
Cycling as a primary mode of transport and its evolving perception in Cuba.
According to Kenia, what is the primary use of bicycles for her family?
Taking children to school and general daily travel.
What reason does Denis give for cycling being the ideal mode of transport historically?
It was the only affordable option for many.
What has led to the younger generation returning to cycling in the city?
The rise of companies like Velo Cuba and the unreliability of public transport.
What positive experiences have some older people had with cycling again?
Good experiences with people who have retired.
According to the narrator in Clip 2, what is a current perception of bicycles despite their popularity?
They are not considered safe due to sharing roads with cars.
What incentives are Muscovites who cycle to work receiving?
Free bananas, sweets, and discounts.
What is mentioned as a significant challenge for cyclists in Moscow?
The limited number of cycle lanes despite a large number of cyclists.
What inconvenience do the female speakers in Clip 2 mention experiencing while cycling?
Sometimes having to go in the wrong direction or pass where it's not convenient.
What symbolic meaning does Louisa attribute to cycling?
It's a symbol of ecologically responsible transport.
What is Louisa's concern despite finding cycling brave?
The lack of cycle lanes and routes might scare others.
What is the aim of Moscow's public bike-sharing scheme?
To encourage more people to embrace pedal power.
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