Joseph N Jackson: Inventor of the Remote Control

Joseph N Jackson: Inventor of the Remote Control

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Interactive Video

History

10th Grade - University

Hard

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The video discusses the invention of the remote control and credits Dr. Joseph and Jackson for their contributions to technology, including the programmable VCR, DVR, and TiVo. It covers the inventor's early life, education, and career achievements, highlighting his journey from attending an all-black public school to owning a repair shop. The video also introduces the Black Inventions Museum, established to celebrate and inspire black inventors.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is credited with inventing the remote control?

Doctor Joseph and Jackson

Nikola Tesla

Thomas Edison

Alexander Graham Bell

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What other devices did Doctor Joseph and Jackson invent besides the remote control?

The telephone

The radio

The programmable VCR DVR and TiVo

The light bulb

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

At what age did Doctor Joseph and Jackson join the Army?

18

20

16

22

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary purpose of the Black Inventions Museum?

To celebrate trailblazers and inspire future black inventors

To teach about world history

To display ancient artifacts

To showcase modern technology

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In what year was the Black Inventions Museum established?

1984

1994

2004

2014