Garrett Morgan's Breathing Hood Impact

Garrett Morgan, inspired by tragedy, invented a breathing hood to protect against smoke inhalation. His design included a filtration system and air intake tubes inspired by elephants at a circus. Despite skepticism, Morgan proved the effectiveness of his invention during a tunnel disaster, saving lives. He chose to gift his patent to the government, recognizing its importance in safety and military use.

What event inspired Garrett Morgan to create his breathing hood?

• The Boston Molasses Disaster

• The San Francisco Earthquake

• The Triangle Factory Fire

• The Great Chicago Fire

What was a unique feature of Morgan's breathing hood design?

• It was fireproof

• It had a built-in oxygen tank

• It used a filtration system with cold water

• It was made of metal

What inspired Morgan to add long tubes to his breathing hood?

• A dream he had

• Reading a scientific journal

• Watching elephants at a circus

• Observing firefighters

Why were people initially hesitant to use Morgan's breathing hood?

• They doubted its effectiveness due to Morgan's race

• It was too heavy

• It was too expensive

• It was difficult to operate

During which event did Morgan prove the effectiveness of his breathing hood?

• A water supply tunnel gas leak

• A mine collapse

• A factory explosion

• A forest fire

How many men did Morgan and his brother rescue using the breathing hood?

• 20

• 15

• 25

• 10

What did Morgan do with his invention after proving its effectiveness?

• Kept it for personal use

• Sold it to a private company

• Donated it to the government

• Patented it for personal profit

Why did Morgan choose to donate his invention to the government?

• He was pressured by the public

• He wanted to retire

• He believed in its importance for military use

• He wanted to avoid taxes

In which war did Morgan's breathing hood become an important piece of military equipment?

• World War I

• World War II

• The Korean War

• The Vietnam War

What is the general sentiment expressed towards Morgan's invention at the end of the transcript?

• It was the greatest invention for firefighters

• It was a failure

• It was unnecessary

• It was too complex