WorksheetsInventions Quiz
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 11mins
What is an invention?
A new idea, tool, or process that solves a problem or makes life better.
A historical event that changed the world.
A natural phenomenon that occurs regularly.
A fictional story created for entertainment.
Fill the blank in Gutenberg's famous quote: "Even when things are hard, keep trying and (a) "
The radio was the first wireless communication system.
True
False
Why are inventions important?
They make life more difficult
They make life easier
They make life boring
They make life slower
Which force pushes a plane forwards?
Thrust
Magic
Drag
Lift
Match the following
Printing Press
Johannes Gutenberg
Lightbulb
Thomas Edison
Aeroplane
Wright Brothers
When was the printing press invented?
1640
1340
1440
1540
What force pushes a plane up in the air?
Magic
Thrust
Lift
Gravity
Which part of a lightbulb glows?
Cap
Glass
Contact Wire
Filament
The radio was invented in (a) . (Location)
Which of the following is a benefit of inventions?
They make life more dangerous
They make life safer
They make life more confusing
They make life more expensive
Planes help with...
Visiting other countries faster
Delivering goods around the world
Emergency services
Which of these idioms comes from the printing press?
Cliche
Hot off the press
Stop the presses
Mind your Ps and Qs
Take the press off
The radio was invented in...
1997
1797
1897
1697
Fill the blank in Edison's quote about growth mindset. "I haven't (a) ; I've found 10,000 ways that won't work."
