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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.
Multiple Choice Questions
1. What development was the last stage of writing?
(a) The numeric system.
(b) The alphabet.
(c) Phoenetics.
(d) Symbolism.
2. What language do the drums of what is now Zaire mimic?
(a) Zulu.
(b) Swahili
(c) Kele.
(d) Bantu.
3. What culture grouped characters in categories such as tools, weapons, plants, animals, and buildings?
(a) The Egyptians.
(b) The Inca Culture.
(c) The Italians.
(d) The Chinese.
4. What was provided in "A Table Alphabeticall"?
(a) The history of alphabets.
(b) Alphabets of the world.
(c) New words.
(d) Word meanings.
5. Seventeenth numerical tables were set up so that what factor could be learned about each number?
(a) The base number.
(b) The logarithm.
(c) The square root.
(d) Pi.
Short Answer Questions
1. All known alphabets are based on the original alphabet that emerged about 1500 B.C. in what area?
2. What is the system of dots and dashes used to communicate telegrams called?
3. What did the written language provide that helped to progress the intellect of mankind?
4. How were phonetic sounds represented in language?
5. While working on plans for this "analytical engine," Babbage struck an acquaintance with what individual?
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