The Swivel Chair: How Thomas Jefferson Innovated the Office Chair

The video explores Thomas Jefferson's role as an inventor, focusing on his modification of the Windsor Chair into the world's first swivel chair. This innovation not only improved functionality but also left a lasting impact on modern workplaces. Jefferson's original swivel chair is now a valued artifact, highlighting the enduring influence of American design.

What was the original name of the chair that Thomas Jefferson purchased and later modified?

• Recliner Chair

• Windsor Chair

• Rocking Chair

• Armchair

What key modification did Jefferson make to the Windsor Chair to allow it to rotate?

• Attached a motor

• Used a swivel base

• Added wheels to the legs

• Installed a central iron spindle

How did Jefferson's invention influence modern workplaces?

• It reduced the need for desks

• It introduced ergonomic seating

• It made them more colorful

• It increased the number of chairs

Where is Jefferson's original swivel chair now considered a prized artifact?

• Smithsonian Institution

• American Philosophical Society

• Library of Congress

• National Museum of American History

What is the reported cost of the most expensive modern swivel chair?

• $1.5 million

• $2 million

• $1 million

• $500,000