- 1. Who is credited with the invention of the modern fountain pen in the 19th century?
A) Lewis Waterman
B) John Hancock
C) Charles Babbage
D) Thomas Edison
- 2. In what year was the first commercially successful fountain pen patented?
A) 1925
B) 1901
C) 1884
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 control ink flow and writing
B) To attach the cap
C) To hold the ink reservoir
D) To provide grip
- 5. What is the name of the part that holds the ink in a fountain pen?
A) Nib
B) Cap
C) Reservoir
D) Body
- 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) Stub nib
B) Dip nib
C) Ballpoint nib
D) Rollerball nib
- 8. What kind of tip does a fountain pen typically have?
A) Ballpoint tip
B) Brush tip
C) Metal nib
D) Felt tip
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