U.S. History - Ch. 12 Henry Ford Quiz

What is Henry Ford most known for?

• Inventing the car

• Developing the assembly line process

• Building the first airplane

• Discovering electricity

When and where was Henry Ford born?

• July 30, 1863, Michigan

• July 30, 1865, Ohio

• July 30, 1863, New York

• July 30, 1865, Michigan

What was the name of Henry Ford's first self-propelled vehicle?

• The Model T

• The Quadricycle

• The Ford Flyer

• The Detroit Mobile

Which company did Henry Ford start that later became known as Cadillac Motor Company?

• Detroit Automobile Company

• Edison Illuminating Company

• Ford Motor Company

• Henry Ford Company

What was Henry Ford's profession before he started building cars?

• Teacher

• Farmer

• Mechanic

• Doctor

What year did Ford and 12 others invest in the new company, Ford Motor Company?

• A) 1903

• B) 1914

• C) 1927

• D) 1965

What significant automotive innovation is Henry Ford credited with to enhance production speed?

• A) Electric engines

• B) Assembly line

• C) Hybrid technology

• D) Airbags

What was the original price of the Model T when it was introduced to consumers?

• A) $360

• B) $825

• C) $1000

• D) $500

By the 1920s, how much had the price of the Model T dropped due to the assembly line technique?

• A) $360

• B) $825

• C) $1000

• D) $500

When did Henry Ford resign from his role as president of Ford Motor Company?

• A) 1903

• B) 1914

• C) 1927

• D) 1965