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