The Evolution of Toilets

What was the primary function of a garderobe in medieval castles?

• A storage room for clothes

• A small closet for waste disposal

• A place to store weapons

• A room for royal meetings

How did Alexander Cumming improve the design of the Ajax toilet?

• By adding a heated seat

• By inventing the float valve

• By bending the waste pipe into an S shape

• By introducing a touch-free flush

What was Thomas P. Crapper's significant contribution to toilet technology?

• Introducing the heated seat

• Creating the float valve

• Designing the first sewer system

• Inventing the toilet

Which country became a leader in toilet technology starting in the 1980s?

• United States

• China

• Germany

• Japan

What is a major focus of modern toilet design?

• Making toilets more portable

• Adding more colors

• Reducing water usage

• Increasing the size of toilets