How Well You Know Thomas Edison? Trivia Quiz
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Test your knowledge about Thomas Edison with this engaging trivia quiz. Discover facts about his life, inventions, and more!
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When was Thomas Edison born?
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In 1847
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In 1874
- C.
In 1784
Correct Answer
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- 2.
At what age did he set up first science lab?
- A.
At the age of twenty
- B.
At the age of twelve
- C.
At the age of ten
Correct Answer
C. At the age of tenExplanation
The correct answer is "At the age of ten". This means that he set up his first science lab when he was ten years old.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What was his favorite subject?
- A.
Science
- B.
Music
- C.
Chemistry
Correct Answer
A. ScienceExplanation
The given answer is "Science" because it is stated that it was his favorite subject. This implies that out of the given options, Science is the subject that he enjoyed the most.Rate this question:
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- 4.
What was his best friend’s name?
- A.
John
- B.
Jim
- C.
Michael
Correct Answer
B. JimExplanation
The correct answer is Jim because the question asks for the name of his best friend, and out of the given options, Jim is the only name that fits the criteria.Rate this question:
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- 5.
What was the name of Edison’s talking machine?
- A.
Phonograph
- B.
Camera
- C.
CD player
Correct Answer
A. PhonographExplanation
The correct answer is Phonograph. The phonograph was Thomas Edison's invention, also known as the talking machine. It was the first device capable of recording and reproducing sound. The phonograph used a rotating cylinder covered in tinfoil or wax, and a stylus that would vibrate as it traced the grooves on the cylinder, producing sound. This invention revolutionized the way music and other audio recordings were preserved and enjoyed.Rate this question:
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- 6.
What were the first of Edison’s words recorded with a phonograph?
- A.
’’ Mary had a big lamp’’
- B.
’’ Mary had a little ball’’
- C.
’’ Mary had a little lamb’’
Correct Answer
C. ’’ Mary had a little lamb’’Explanation
The correct answer is "Mary had a little lamb." This is because it is widely known that the first words recorded by Thomas Edison on his phonograph were "Mary had a little lamb." This recording was made in 1877 and is considered one of the earliest examples of recorded sound.Rate this question:
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- 7.
When did he improve the light of the bulb?
- A.
In 1879
- B.
In 1898
- C.
In 1897
Correct Answer
A. In 1879Explanation
In 1879, he improved the light of the bulb.Rate this question:
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- 8.
What did he use to make light of the bulb better?
- A.
He used a special kind of velvet thread
- B.
He used a special kind of metal thread
- C.
He used a special kind of cotton thread
Correct Answer
C. He used a special kind of cotton threadExplanation
The person used a special kind of cotton thread to make the light of the bulb better.Rate this question:
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- 9.
When did he die?
- A.
In October 1931
- B.
In October 1913
- C.
In October 1981
Correct Answer
A. In October 1931Explanation
The given question asks about the time of his death. The answer "In October 1931" provides a specific and direct response to the question, indicating that he died in that particular month and year.Rate this question:
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