Do You Know Thomas Edison?

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1. What is Thomas Edison known for?

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Thomas Edison is known for being an inventor. He is most famous for inventing the practical electric light bulb, as well as numerous other important inventions such as the phonograph and the motion picture camera. Edison's inventions had a significant impact on modern society and revolutionized various industries. His work in the field of innovation and technology has earned him the reputation as one of the greatest inventors in history.

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Do You Know Thomas Edison? - Quiz

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2. What is the name of Thomas Edison first wife?

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Thomas Edison's first wife was indeed named Mary.

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3. He was known to be the inventor of the following except

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The given question asks for the invention that the person mentioned is not known for. The person is known for inventing the motion picture camera, electric light bulb, and phonograph. However, the invention of the train is not attributed to this person.

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4. Where was he born?

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The correct answer is Milan. This suggests that the person in question was born in Milan.

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5. How old was his wife when he got married to her?

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The correct answer is 16 years. This implies that the wife was 16 years old when the person got married to her.

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6. What year did he die?

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The question asks for the year in which he died. The correct answer is 1931, as it matches the given options.

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7. What position was he in his family?

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The answer "All of the above" suggests that he was in multiple positions in his family. This means that he could have been in the seventh position, the last position, or both. It implies that there were at least seven members in his family and he held one of the last positions.

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8. When did he get married?

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The answer 1871 suggests that he got married in that year.

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9. When did Mary Edison, Thomas Edison's first wife die?

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Mary Edison, Thomas Edison's first wife, died in 1884.

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10. How many children does he have from both of his Wives?

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The answer is 6 because the question states that he has children from both of his wives. Therefore, we need to add the number of children he has from each wife.

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What is Thomas Edison known for?
What is the name of Thomas Edison first wife?
He was known to be the inventor of the following except
Where was he born?
How old was his wife when he got married to her?
What year did he die?
What position was he in his family?
When did he get married?
When did Mary Edison, Thomas Edison's first wife die?
How many children does he have from both of his Wives?
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