Thomas Edison: The Wizard of Menlo Park Quiz

Where was Thomas Edison born?

• Milan, Ohio

• New York City, New York

• Chicago, Illinois

In what year did Thomas Edison invent the phonograph?

• 1877

• 1888

• 1895

What was the first thing ever recorded on Thomas Edison's phonograph?

• A speech

• A poem

• Mary had a little lamb

How did Thomas Edison's invention of the phonograph impact society?

• It made it possible to record and play back sound

• It made electricity more accessible

• It improved transportation

Besides the phonograph, what is one of Thomas Edison's most famous inventions?

• The lightbulb

• The automobile

• The computer

How many patents did Thomas Edison have in his lifetime?

• Over 1,000

• About 500

• Less than 100

What was Thomas Edison's first patented invention?

• An electric vote recorder

• The phonograph

• A motion picture camera

How did Thomas Edison's inventions contribute to the film industry?

• He invented the first movie camera

• He created the first film studio

• Both A and B

• None of the above

What was one of the key factors to Thomas Edison's success as an inventor?

• His ability to work alone

• His wealth and resources

• His team of talented workers

• His political connections

What was Thomas Edison's nickname?

• The Wizard of Menlo Park

• King Lightbulb

• Soundman