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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through My Later Endeavors.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did Tesla think people should have free access to addictive substances?
(a) To see who the strong are.
(b) To avoid riots.
(c) To save time.
(d) To foster creativity.

2. What famous author did Tesla get to meet as an adult?
(a) Jane Austen.
(b) Louisa May Alcott.
(c) Charles Dickens.
(d) Mark Twain.

3. How was Tesla able to overcome his bad habit?
(a) He laughed at those who pursued those habits.
(b) He put himself in a trance.
(c) He used his willpower.
(d) He locked himself away.

4. What was Tesla unable to do while at the Polytechnic School?
(a) Lie to others.
(b) Leave a project unfinished.
(c) Sleep at night.
(d) Fit in with his comrades.

5. How long did Tesla attend the higher school?
(a) Three years.
(b) Six years.
(c) Four years.
(d) Seven years.

Short Answer Questions

1. What law did Tesla deride?

2. What did Tesla think inventions should improve?

3. What would Tesla calculate before eating?

4. How did Tesla feel about writing about his childhood?

5. What is the Gramme dynamo?

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