Thomas Edison Quiz

When was Thomas Edison born?

• 1727

• 1847

• 1967

• 2087

How many siblings did Thomas Edison have?

• 5

• 6

• 7

• 8

Why was Thomas Edison taught at home by his mother?

• He was sick

• School was too expensive

• He struggled in school

• He wanted to be homeschooled

What was Thomas Edison’s first notable invention?

• The telegraph

• The pencil

• The phonograph

• The television

What did the kinetograph do?

• Measured weight

• Produced light

• Was an early movie camera

• Sent messages over long distances

In which year did Edison develop the first practical light bulb for homes?

• 1675

• 1777

• 1879

• 1981

What was the purpose of the power station Edison built?

• To create new light bulbs

• To send telegraphs

• To bring electricity to homes

• To record sound

What was used before Edison's light bulb was developed?

• Electric lamps

• Gas lamps and candles

• Flashlights

• Sunlight

What did Edison’s laboratory staff help him with?

• Organize his books

• Doing experiments

• Teaching students

• Clean his home

According to the video, what is Thomas Edison considered one of?

• The greatest American inventors

• The tallest man

• The best looking scientist

• The most famous actors