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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 4-7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what year did Latimer's former master try to claim him?
(a) 1861.
(b) 1873.
(c) 1842.
(d) 1854.

2. What was Latimer's position in the company?
(a) Surveyor.
(b) Mechanical engineer.
(c) Consultant.
(d) Draftsman.

3. The company specialized in which area?
(a) Patents.
(b) Sewing machines.
(c) Electrical accessories.
(d) Small engine parts.

4. Who operated the company?
(a) Franklin.
(b) Garrison.
(c) Williams.
(d) Hearst.

5. How long did it take for Banneker to create the item?
(a) 2 years.
(b) 4 years.
(c) 6 months.
(d) 1 year.

Short Answer Questions

1. In 1881 Woods moved to which US city?

2. What was the surname of the company's owner?

3. What word best describes Banneker's family?

4. What revolutionary invention was used to make the crops grow?

5. In what year did Edison invent the electric light?

(see the answer key)

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