World War I- New Technology Quiz
World War I New Technology Quiz,
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Questions and Answers
- 1.
What year was the Aeroplane invented?
- A.
1903
- B.
1902
- C.
1885
- D.
1914
Correct Answer
B. 1902Explanation
The Aeroplane was invented in 1902.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Morphine was invented in 1917
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Morphine was first completed in 1804 and was commercially sold in 1827.Rate this question:
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- 3.
The first _ _ _ _ was used in 1916 and was described as a 'machine gun destroyer' by the British.
Correct Answer
tankExplanation
In 1916, the British introduced a new weapon called the tank. It was referred to as a "machine gun destroyer" because it was designed to overcome the challenges of trench warfare and effectively destroy enemy machine gun positions. The tank was a revolutionary invention that provided armored protection, mobility, and firepower on the battlefield, changing the course of warfare during World War I.Rate this question:
- 4.
What was the name of the first Tank developed?
- A.
Frank I
- B.
Mark I
- C.
Mitch I
- D.
Kirk I
Correct Answer
B. Mark IExplanation
The correct answer is Mark I. The Mark I was the first tank developed during World War I by the British Army. It was designed to overcome the challenges of trench warfare and was first used in the Battle of Flers-Courcelette in September 1916. The tank had a crew of eight and was armed with machine guns and cannons. Its development and deployment marked a significant advancement in military technology and tactics.Rate this question:
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- 5.
When was the first recorded gas attack in World War I?
- A.
August 1914
- B.
July 1914
- C.
February 1915
- D.
September 1916
Correct Answer
A. August 1914Explanation
In August 1914, the first recorded gas attack occurred during World War I. This marked a significant development in warfare, as it introduced the use of chemical weapons. Gas attacks were used as a means to inflict harm and casualties on enemy forces. The introduction of gas attacks had a devastating impact on the battlefield, causing widespread panic and suffering among soldiers. It also led to the development of gas masks and other protective measures to counteract the effects of chemical weapons.Rate this question:
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- 6.
What percent of casualties from WWI died from poison gas?
- A.
11%
- B.
19%
- C.
7%
- D.
3%
Correct Answer
D. 3%Explanation
Although poisonous gas was a feared weapon and caused many casualties, victims generally recovered within 1-20 days resulting in little deaths from poisonous gas.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Who developed plastic surgery for soldiers after WWI?
- A.
Henry Gillwall
- B.
Harold Gillies
- C.
Arthur Gidward
- D.
Kevin Rudd
Correct Answer
B. Harold GilliesExplanation
Harold Gillies is the correct answer for the question. He is known for developing plastic surgery techniques for soldiers who were injured during World War I. Gillies pioneered the use of skin grafts and reconstructive surgery to treat soldiers with severe facial injuries. His work revolutionized the field of plastic surgery and helped improve the lives of countless soldiers who had suffered disfigurement during the war.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Airships callled 'Zeppelins' were named after Ferdinand Von Zeppelin.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The statement is true because airships called 'Zeppelins' were indeed named after Ferdinand Von Zeppelin. Ferdinand Von Zeppelin was a German inventor and aviation pioneer who designed and built the first rigid airship, which came to be known as Zeppelin. The name Zeppelin became synonymous with this type of airship, and it is still commonly used to refer to large, rigid airships.Rate this question:
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- 9.
What year were Zepplin's created?
- A.
1901
- B.
1900
- C.
1885
- D.
1918
Correct Answer
B. 1900Explanation
The correct answer is 1900. Zepplins, also known as airships, were first created in the year 1900. These large, rigid aircrafts were invented by Count Ferdinand von Zeppelin, a German inventor. The first successful flight of a Zeppelin airship took place on July 2, 1900. This marked the beginning of a new era in aviation, as Zeppelins became popular for their ability to carry passengers and cargo over long distances. However, their use declined after the Hindenburg disaster in 1937, leading to the end of the era of commercial Zeppelin travel.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Zeppelins were lifted into the air using Carbon Dioxide Gas.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Zeppelins were lifted into the air using Hydrogen Gas.Rate this question:
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- 11.
What plastic surgery procedures occured regularly during WWI?
- A.
Skin Grafts
- B.
Reconstructions
- C.
Liposuction
- D.
Breast Enlargements
Correct Answer(s)
A. Skin Grafts
B. ReconstructionsExplanation
Plastic surgery was undertaken regularly in WWI to treat injuries including shattered jaws, blown-off noses and gaping skull woundsRate this question:
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- 12.
What was the first form of gas used in WWI?
- A.
Xylyl Bromide
- B.
Sodium Pehtothal
- C.
Carbon Monoxide
- D.
Hydrogen Dioxide
Correct Answer
A. Xylyl BromideExplanation
Xyxyl Bromide, or tear gas was the first form of poisonous gas used in WWI.Rate this question:
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- 13.
The _ _ _ _ _ _ Brothers invented the aeroplane.
Correct Answer
wrightExplanation
The Wright Brothers invented aeroplanes in 1902, and when the war broke out in 1914 countries around the world made use of this aerial technology. Each nation had around 200-300 aircraft equipped with bombers.Rate this question:
- 14.
Friedrich Serturner invented Morphine.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Friedrich Serturner invented Morphine in 1804.Rate this question:
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- 15.
What was the Tank's first successful battle?
- A.
Battle of Somme
- B.
Battle of Waterloo
- C.
Gallipoli
- D.
Battle of Cambrai
Correct Answer
D. Battle of CambraiExplanation
The tank's first battle was the Battle of Somme- but it was not successful.
The Tank's first successful battle was the Battle of Cambrai.Rate this question:
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- 16.
What country did the developer of plastic surgery come from?
- A.
Australia
- B.
Germany
- C.
New Zealand
- D.
Norway
Correct Answer
C. New ZealandExplanation
Harold Gillies was from New Zealand.Rate this question:
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- 17.
When were electric motors in submarines invented?
- A.
1880's
- B.
1890's
- C.
1870's
- D.
1860's
Correct Answer
A. 1880'sExplanation
Before 1880, submarines were first powered by oars, then hand turned propellers and then steam engines which were impractical underwater.Rate this question:
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- 18.
Lt- Colonel Ernest Windsor and his team developed the first tank.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Lt-Colonel Ernest Swinton actually pioneered the invention of the tank.Rate this question:
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- 19.
A _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ was a large steel German airship which bombed cities overnight.
Correct Answer
ZeppelinExplanation
A Zeppelin was a large steel German airship which bombed cities overnight.Rate this question:
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