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