The Early Life of Thomas Edison

What challenges did Edison face during his early life that affected his education?

• Struggled in school

• Lost most of his hearing

• Had older siblings

• Both A and B

What significant decision did Edison make in 1869 regarding his career?

• To continue as a telegrapher

• To become a full-time inventor

• To move to Boston

• To focus on vote counting machines

What nickname was Thomas Edison known by his family and friends?

• Al

• Scout

• Junior

• Sparky

What passions did Thomas Edison show at an early age?

• Working with mechanical things

• Experimenting with chemicals

• Rescuing stray animals

• Both A and B

What is the name of the machine that sends and receives messages using Morse code?

• Cell phone

• Telegraph

• Photograph

• None of the above