The Life and Achievements of Lewis Latimer

How old was Lewis Latimer when he joined the Navy?

• 16 years old

• 21 years old

• 18 years old

• 15 years old

What skill did Lewis Latimer teach himself that was crucial for his future career?

• Technical drawing

• Mathematics

• Engineering

• Shipbuilding

Who did Lewis Latimer collaborate with to secure the patent for the telephone?

• Thomas Edison

• Alexander Graham Bell

• Nikola Tesla

• Hiram Maxim

What was Lewis Latimer's role in the development of the light bulb?

• Invented the filament

• Improved the bulb's lifespan

• Created the glass bulb

• Designed the electrical circuit

Which company did Lewis Latimer join that was owned by Hiram Maxim?

• Bell Telephone Company

• Edison Electric Light Company

• U.S. Lighting Company

• General Electric

In what year did Lewis Latimer join Thomas Edison's team?

• 1894

• 1901

• 1884

• 1879

What significant invention did Lewis Latimer create related to elevators?

• The call button

• The safety brake

• The electric motor

• The safety elevator

What was one of Lewis Latimer's contributions to making rooms more comfortable?

• Designing modern ventilation systems

• Inventing air conditioning

• Creating a climate control system

• Developing hygienic room solutions