How Well Do You Know Nikola Tesla?

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How Well Do You Know Nikola Tesla? - Quiz

Tesla was one of the sharpest minds to have walked this Earth. A brilliant scientist and theorist, Tesla is directly responsible for the electricity that is supplied to our homes. How well do you know the man? Take the quiz and find out.

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1.

Nikola Tesla was born in
- A.
  
  Albert
- B.
  
  Smiljan
- C.
  
  Alaska
- D.
  
  Stock
Correct Answer
B. Smiljan

Explanation
Nikola Tesla was born in Smiljan.

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2.

Nikola Tesla died in
- A.
  
  Alberto Roof
- B.
  
  Whyndam New Yorker Hotel
- C.
  
  Vegas Hotel
- D.
  
  Austria
Correct Answer
B. Whyndam New Yorker Hotel

Explanation
Nikola Tesla died in the Whyndam New Yorker Hotel.

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3.

He was famous for his project on
- A.
  
  Oil fume
- B.
  
  Pipelines
- C.
  
  Alternating current
- D.
  
  High power
Correct Answer
C. Alternating current

Explanation
The correct answer is "alternating current." This suggests that the person mentioned in the question was famous for their work or project related to alternating current. It can be inferred that they made significant contributions or advancements in this field, which led to their fame. The other options mentioned (oil fume, pipelines, high power) are not relevant in this context and can be disregarded.

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4.

Nikola also worked on which of the following
- A.
  
  Low power
- B.
  
  Low current
- C.
  
  High voltage
- D.
  
  Turbines
Correct Answer
C. High voltage

Explanation
Nikola also worked on high voltage.

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5.

Nikola Tesla died in
- A.
  
  1944
- B.
  
  1943
- C.
  
  1942
- D.
  
  1902
Correct Answer
B. 1943

Explanation
Nikola Tesla died in 1943.

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6.

Nikola Tesla has been described as a
- A.
  
  Lawyer
- B.
  
  Jurist
- C.
  
  Futurist
- D.
  
  Polarist
Correct Answer
C. Futurist

Explanation
Nikola Tesla is described as a futurist because he was known for his visionary ideas and inventions that were ahead of his time. He believed in the potential of technology to revolutionize the world and was focused on developing innovative concepts and devices. Tesla's work and predictions, such as wireless communication and renewable energy, demonstrate his forward-thinking mindset and his role as a futurist in shaping the future of science and technology.

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7.

Complete this quote of Tesla: The present is theirs; the future, for which I really worked, is
- A.
  
  Mine
- B.
  
  Coming
- C.
  
  Now
- D.
  
  Later
Correct Answer
A. Mine

Explanation
Tesla's quote implies that he believes that the present belongs to others, but the future is his own. This suggests that he has put in a significant amount of effort and work towards shaping the future according to his vision. By saying "mine," Tesla emphasizes his ownership and control over the future, indicating his confidence and determination to make his dreams a reality.

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8.

Nikola Tesla was a/an
- A.
  
  Western
- B.
  
  Indian
- C.
  
  Italian
- D.
  
  Serbian
Correct Answer
D. Serbian

Explanation
Nikola Tesla was Serbian because he was born in Smiljan, which was part of the Austrian Empire at the time and is now located in modern-day Croatia. Tesla's ethnicity was Serbian, and he identified strongly with his Serbian heritage throughout his life. He was also proud of his Serbian Orthodox Christian background.

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9.

He designed one of these.
- A.
  
  Voltage
- B.
  
  Induction motor
- C.
  
  Painting
- D.
  
  Engine
Correct Answer
B. Induction motor

Explanation
The given question is asking for the item that the person designed. Out of the options provided, the only item that can be designed is an induction motor. Voltage, painting, and engine are not something that can be designed by a person. Therefore, the correct answer is induction motor.

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10.

The cause of his death was
- A.
  
  Heart attack
- B.
  
  Coronary thrombosis
- C.
  
  Headache
- D.
  
  Death
Correct Answer
B. Coronary thrombosis

Explanation
Coronary thrombosis is a condition where a blood clot forms in the arteries of the heart, leading to a blockage of blood flow. This blockage can cause a heart attack, which occurs when the heart muscle is deprived of oxygen and nutrients. In this case, the individual's cause of death was coronary thrombosis, indicating that a blood clot in the coronary arteries led to a heart attack and ultimately resulted in death.

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Who did Tesla design AC current circuits for?
- A.
  
  Thomas Edison
- B.
  
  George Westinghouse
- C.
  
  Albert Einstein
- D.
  
  Neils Bohr
Correct Answer
B. George Westinghouse

Explanation
Tesla designed AC current circuits for George Westinghouse. George Westinghouse was an American entrepreneur and engineer who played a key role in the development and promotion of alternating current (AC) power systems. Tesla's work on AC current and his invention of the induction motor caught the attention of Westinghouse, who recognized the potential of AC power transmission. Westinghouse funded Tesla's projects and together they worked to develop and implement AC power systems, which eventually became the standard for electrical power distribution.

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