Comprehension Questions on Technopolis

What year was the gas factory in Athens founded?

• 1850

• 1857

• 1862

• 1900

What was the primary purpose of the factory when it was built?

• To create industrial products

• To provide public lighting

• To supply energy to homes

• To reduce air pollution

Who contracted with François Théophile Feraldi for the construction of the factory?

• The local business owners

• The Municipality of Athens and the Greek government

• The King of France

• The workers of the factory

What did the factory produce from coal?

• Electricity

• Gas

• Water

• Coal tar

What are the three by-products mentioned that were produced during gas purification?

• Tar, sulfur, and ammonia

• Tar, ammonia, and naphthalene

• Coke, hydrogen, and naphthalene

• Tar, carbon, and coal

What was the largest gas holder's capacity in the factory?

• 5,000 cm³

• 10,000 cm³

• 15,000 cm³

• 20,000 cm³

When did the factory permanently shut down?

• 1960

• 1975

• 1984

• 1990