The Inventor of the Light Bulb: Thomas Edison's Impact on Modern Technology

The video explores the impact of Thomas Edison on modern technology, highlighting his invention of the light bulb and phonograph. It discusses his early life, challenges, and career beginnings, including his work with Morse code. Edison's innovations, such as the light bulb, microphones, and sound recording methods, continue to influence our daily lives.

What was one of the challenges Thomas Edison faced during his school years?

• He struggled with mathematics.

• He was often late to class.

• He had difficulty reading.

• He was reprimanded for asking too many questions.

What was Thomas Edison's job before he became a famous inventor?

• A school teacher

• A telegraph operator

• A newspaper editor

• A factory worker

What material did Edison find most effective for the filament in his light bulb?

• Copper wire

• Baked cotton thread

• Glass

• Plastic

Which of the following is NOT one of Edison's inventions mentioned in the video?

• The motion picture camera

• The phonograph

• The telephone

• The light bulb

In what year did Thomas Edison introduce the first phonograph?

• 1901

• 1899

• 1888

• 1877