Historical Technology Trivia Questions
Total Questions: 5
In 1951, the Census Bureau purchased its first electronic example of what device, known as the UNIVAC?
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computer
Who collaborated with W.K.L. Dickson to produce the kinetoscope in 1894?
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thomas edison
In 1861, Elisha Otis patented an elevator driven by what type of power source, instead of electricity?
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steam
In 1960, what gem did Theodore Maiman use in his laser?
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ruby
What early type of item, made by Samuel Jones of London in the early 19th century, was called a 'Lucifer'?
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match
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