Who was? Nikola Tesla

Nikola Tesla, born in 1856 in the Austrian Empire, was a pioneering engineer who immigrated to the US in 1884. He initially worked with Thomas Edison but soon established his own laboratory. Tesla's notable inventions include the Tesla coil, an AC system, and remote-controlled boats. He was known for his eccentricities, such as a germ phobia and fascination with pigeons. Tesla died in 1943, leaving behind a legacy of innovation and controversy, including unproven claims about detecting life in space and a 'death ray'.

Where was Nikola Tesla born?

• Paris, France

• Smiljan, Austrian Empire

• New York, USA

• Berlin, Germany

Which invention is Tesla most known for that is still used in radio and television sets today?

• Light Bulb

• Phonograph

• Induction Motor

• Tesla Coil

What was Tesla's most important discovery around the turn of the century?

• Terrestrial Stationary Waves

• Wireless Communication

• Electric Car

• Nuclear Power

What unusual habit did Tesla have that reflected his eccentric personality?

• Writing poetry

• Building model trains

• Fascination with pigeons

• Collecting rare coins

What action did the US government take after Tesla's death?

• Built a museum in his honor

• Awarded him a posthumous medal

• Published his scientific papers

• Raided his hotel room