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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Discovery of the Tesla Coil and Transformer.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of Tesla's inventions was first given support?
(a) The arc lamp.
(b) The magnetic field motor.
(c) The perpetual motion machine.
(d) The induction motor.

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

3. What did Tesla accidentally remove from a woman's dress?
(a) The train.
(b) The hem.
(c) A lace trim.
(d) Some jewels.

4. What was the Real Gymnasium?
(a) A men's club.
(b) A bar.
(c) A church.
(d) A Preparatory School.

5. How did Tesla save himself when he almost drowned?
(a) He breathed between the dock slats.
(b) He allowed himself to float with the waves.
(c) He used the air bubbles in his pockets.
(d) He followed the directions of his voices.

Short Answer Questions

1. What subject did Tesla like most in the higher school?

2. What was Mr. Puskas's occupation?

3. What allowed Tesla to see inherent dangers?

4. Why did Tesla's father make him spend a year traveling outdoors?

5. What kind of jewelry did Tesla hate?

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