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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through My First Efforts in Invention.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What kind of jewelry did Tesla hate?
(a) Brooches.
(b) Rings.
(c) Earrings.
(d) Necklaces.

2. What did Tesla repair that made him a favorite in the town of Gospic?
(a) A vacuum.
(b) A fire engine.
(c) A cotton gin.
(d) A coffee dispenser.

3. Tesla's father was known for ______________.
(a) His kindness to strangers.
(b) His hard work ethic.
(c) His astounding lectures.
(d) His amazing memory.

4. What was the occupation of Tesla's uncle?
(a) Teacher.
(b) Driver.
(c) Priest.
(d) Plumber.

5. What did Tesla say would weed out the strong men from the weak?
(a) Nature.
(b) Will power.
(c) Society.
(d) Addictions.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Tesla think was the main purpose of inventors?

2. How did Tesla describe his mother?

3. Where did Tesla grow up?

4. What did Tesla make from wood as a boy?

5. What distracted Tesla as a child?

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