- 1. Who is credited with the invention of the modern fountain pen in the 19th century?
A) Thomas Edison
B) Lewis Waterman
C) Charles Babbage
D) John Hancock
- 2. In what year was the first commercially successful fountain pen patented?
A) 1832
B) 1901
C) 1884
D) 1925
- 3. Which material was commonly used in the construction of early fountain pens?
A) Hard rubber
B) Wood
C) Plastic
D) Glass
- 4. What is the name of the part that holds the ink in a fountain pen?
A) Cap
B) Body
C) Nib
D) Reservoir
- 5. What is the purpose of a fountain pen nib?
A) To hold the ink reservoir
B) To attach the cap
C) To control ink flow and writing
D) To provide grip
- 6. Which of the following is a common style of fountain pen nib?
A) Ballpoint nib
B) Stub nib
C) Dip nib
D) Rollerball nib
- 7. What kind of tip does a fountain pen typically have?
A) Brush tip
B) Felt tip
C) Ballpoint tip
D) Metal nib
- 8. What environmental advantage do fountain pens have over disposable pens?
A) More vibrant colors
B) Lighter weight
C) Faster writing
D) Less waste
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