Alexander Graham Bell’s Other Inventions and Contributions

The video discusses Alexander Graham Bell's efforts to save President James Garfield using a bullet detector he invented, which was later used in military hospitals. It also highlights Bell's role in transforming National Geographic by incorporating more photographs, significantly increasing its readership. The video concludes with a review and quiz on Bell's contributions.

Which U.S. President did Alexander Graham Bell attempt to assist with his invention?

• Ulysses S. Grant

• James Garfield

• Grover Cleveland

• Andrew Johnson

What was the primary purpose of Bell's bullet-detecting device?

• To detect metal in soldiers' uniforms

• To communicate over long distances

• To locate a bullet in President Garfield's body

• To improve telephone technology

After the unsuccessful attempt to save President Garfield, where was Bell's bullet detector later used?

• In schools

• In military hospitals

• In libraries

• In factories

What role did Alexander Graham Bell take on in 1898?

• President of the National Geographic Society

• Editor of Time Magazine

• Director of a scientific research lab

• President of the United States

What change did Bell suggest to increase the readership of National Geographic magazine?

• Include more scientific articles

• Publish monthly instead of quarterly

• Add more photographs

• Reduce the price