History of Computers 1

Many devices were created throughout the ages and helped to build up to what we now know as a computer. Which is the oldest representative?

• The Pascaline

• The Mouse

• The Abacus

• The Ipod

Which set below BEST represents the creators of the abacus?

• Greek, Russians, Jamaicans

• Babylonians, Chinese, Romans

• Japanese, Egyptians, Spanish

• Americans, Russians, Mexicans

Who was the creator of the Pascaline?

• Blaise Pascal

• Martin Lawrence

• Steve Jobs

• Herman Hollerith

In what year was the Pascaline invented?

• 1876

• 1633

• 1642

• 1842

Select the BEST estimation of when the Abacus was created.

• 300 B.C.E

• 3000 B.C.E

• 5000 B.C.E

• 300 B.C

Which device was used to MAINLY assist with adding and subtracting?

• The Abacus

• The Calculator

• The Pascaline

• The Tabulating Machine

The creator of the Pascaline was said to be a _______________

• Doctor

• Lawyer

• Chemist

• Mathematician

Identify the device. Ensure to spell the word correctly.

Identify the device