CKLA 4th Grade Unit 4 Thomas Edison Flashcard

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Who is Thomas Edison?

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Thomas Edison was an American inventor and businessman who is best known for his inventions, including the light bulb and phonograph.

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What is an inventor?

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An inventor is someone who creates new and useful things.

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How many inventions did Thomas Edison patent?

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Thomas Edison patented over a thousand inventions in the United States.

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What is one of Thomas Edison's most famous inventions?

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The light bulb.

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What did Thomas Edison believe was important in the invention process?

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He believed that you usually have to figure out the wrong way to do something before you can find the right way.

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What is the impact of Thomas Edison's inventions on society?

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They revolutionized society and technology.

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What is the term for the process of creating new inventions?

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Invention.

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What is a common misconception about inventors?

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Many people think inventors only need natural talent, but hard work and perseverance are also crucial.

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What did Thomas Edison invent that changed how we use light?

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The electric light bulb.

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What is the phonograph?

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The phonograph is one of Thomas Edison's inventions that played recorded sound.