John Ericcson's Life And Accomphlishments

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    In 1893, Ericsson moved to which big city?

    • London, England
    • Varmland, Sweden
    • Fairyland
    • Richmond, USA
    • Sydney, Australia
    • New York City, USA
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  • 2. 

    What ship did Ericsson build?

    • USS Marine

    • USS Alabama

    • CSS Constitution

    • USS Virginia

    • USS Princeton

    • CSS Princeton

    Correct Answer
    A. USS Princeton
    Explanation
    Ericsson did not build the USS Princeton.

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  • 3. 

    John Ericsson was a

    • Engineer

    • Military Tactician

    • Philosopher

    • CEO

    • Unemployed

    • Politician

    Correct Answer
    A. Engineer
    Explanation
    John Ericsson is most commonly known for his work as an engineer. He was a Swedish-American inventor and mechanical engineer who made significant contributions to the fields of shipbuilding and naval warfare. Ericsson is particularly famous for designing the USS Monitor, an ironclad warship used by the Union Navy during the American Civil War. His engineering expertise and inventions revolutionized naval technology and had a lasting impact on the development of modern warships. Therefore, it is logical to conclude that John Ericsson was an engineer based on his notable achievements and contributions in this field.

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  • 4. 

    What was the main purpose of the CSS Virginia?

    • Destroy the Union blockade

    • Kill Lincoln

    • Protect Richmond

    • Save Confederate prisoners

    • Capture Washington D.C

    • Stop he USS Monitor

    Correct Answer
    A. Destroy the Union blockade
    Explanation
    The main purpose of the CSS Virginia was to destroy the Union blockade. The CSS Virginia was a Confederate ironclad warship during the American Civil War. It was specifically designed to break the Union blockade of Southern ports, which was a major obstacle for the Confederacy in receiving supplies and conducting trade. By destroying the Union blockade, the CSS Virginia aimed to give the Confederacy an advantage in the war by allowing them to freely import and export goods.

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  • 5. 

    What country was Ericsson born in?

    • Maryland

    • France

    • The United States

    • Sweden

    • Europe

    • England

    Correct Answer
    A. Sweden
    Explanation
    Ericsson was born in Sweden.

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  • 6. 

    What country did he move to next?

    • Maryland

    • France

    • England

    • The United States

    • Japan

    • Mexico

    Correct Answer
    A. England
    Explanation
    The correct answer is England because the question is asking about the country that he moved to next. Since Maryland is not a country and the other options are also not the next country he moved to, England is the correct answer.

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  • 7. 

    What was not a ship that fought at the Battle of Hampton Roads

    • USS Monitor

    • USS Constitution

    • CSS Virginia

    • USS Minnesota

    • USS Congress

    • USS Cumberland

    Correct Answer
    A. USS Constitution
    Explanation
    The USS Constitution was not a ship that fought at the Battle of Hampton Roads. The Battle of Hampton Roads took place during the American Civil War, specifically on March 8-9, 1862. The ships that participated in the battle were the USS Monitor, CSS Virginia (formerly USS Merrimack), USS Minnesota, USS Congress, and USS Cumberland. The USS Constitution, also known as "Old Ironsides," is a famous ship from the War of 1812 and did not participate in the Battle of Hampton Roads.

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  • 8. 

    Which state is the farthest from Hampton Roads?

    • Virginia

    • Maryland

    • Kansas

    • Delaware

    • Florida

    • North Carolina

    Correct Answer
    A. Kansas
    Explanation
    Kansas is the farthest state from Hampton Roads because it is located in the central part of the United States, while Hampton Roads is located on the eastern coast. Therefore, Kansas is the state that is geographically farthest from Hampton Roads.

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  • 9. 

    What did Ericsson not invent?

    • Screw Propeller

    • Caloric Engine

    • Rotating Turret

    • Batteries

    • Early trains

    • Submarines

    Correct Answer
    A. Batteries
    Explanation
    Ericsson did not invent batteries. The question is asking for something that Ericsson did not invent, and out of the options provided, batteries are the correct answer. Ericsson is known for his contributions to the fields of telecommunications and engineering, but he did not invent batteries.

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  • 10. 

    Why is John Ericsson so important?

    • He ended the era of wooden vessels.

    • He changed the course of the Civil War

    • His inventions are still used today.

    • He inspired many of inventions we see today.

    • Many Engineers followed in his footsteps

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    John Ericsson is important for multiple reasons. Firstly, he ended the era of wooden vessels by introducing ironclad warships, which revolutionized naval warfare. Secondly, he changed the course of the Civil War by designing and building the USS Monitor, a Union ironclad ship that played a crucial role in the Battle of Hampton Roads. Thirdly, his inventions, including the screw propeller and the heat exchanger, are still used today in various industries. Additionally, his innovative ideas and designs have inspired many other inventions that we see today. Lastly, his contributions to engineering have influenced and motivated many engineers to follow in his footsteps.

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