Velcro Quiz

Who invented Velcro?

• Albert Einstein

• George de Mestral

• Thomas Edison

• Nikola Tesla

What inspired the invention of Velcro?

• Sticky tape

• Spiky balls from plants

• Magnets

• Rubber bands

In which decade was Velcro first used by NASA?

• 1950s

• 1960s

• 1970s

• 1980s

What was Velcro initially used for in hospitals?

• Bandages

• Blood pressure monitors

• Surgical masks

• Wheelchairs

Which company used Velcro for shoes in the late 1960s?

• Nike

• Adidas

• Puma

• Converse

What did Velcro replace in military uniforms?

• Zippers

• Buttons

• Laces

• Velcro was not used

What is a modern use of Velcro mentioned in the text?

• Holding paintings

• Fastening shoes

• Organizing cables

• Hanging pictures on walls

What is the material used in a strong version of Velcro?

• Plastic

• Steel

• Rubber

• Wood

What is the name of the TV presenter who interviewed a Velcro representative?

• Oprah Winfrey

• David Letterman

• Ellen DeGeneres

• Jimmy Fallon

What activity did David Letterman perform with Velcro?

• Jumped off a trampoline

• Played basketball

• Rode a bicycle

• Flew a kite