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) Charles Babbage
B) John Hancock
C) Thomas Edison
D) Lewis Waterman
- 2. In what year was the first commercially successful fountain pen patented?
A) 1884
B) 1925
C) 1832
D) 1901
- 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 control ink flow and writing
C) To attach the cap
D) To hold the ink reservoir
- 5. What is the name of the part that holds the ink in a fountain pen?
A) Reservoir
B) Nib
C) Body
D) Cap
- 6. What environmental advantage do fountain pens have over disposable pens?
A) Less waste
B) Lighter weight
C) More vibrant colors
D) Faster writing
- 7. Which of the following is a common style of fountain pen nib?
A) Ballpoint nib
B) Stub 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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