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