Inventions That Changed the World
This invention, which allows people to instantly send written messages over the internet, was created in the 1970s and is still used today. What is it?
Tim Berners-Lee, the inventor of the World Wide Web, comes from which country?
The UK
In what year was the first telephone invented by Alexander Graham Bell?
1876
This man is considered the father of modern physics and revolutionized science with his theory of relativity. Who is he?
Albert Einstein
This medical invention by Edward Jenner in 1796 used a small amount of a virus to protect against diseases like smallpox. What is it?
The vaccine
Thomas Edison was from which country?
The USA
The Wright brothers successfully flew the first airplane in which year?
1903
This device, created by Tim Berners-Lee, allowed people to browse information on the internet using "hyperlinks." What is it?
The web browser
Alexander Graham Bell was born in which country?
Scotland
In what year was the World Wide Web created by Tim Berners-Lee?
1989
This German inventor developed the first practical automobile and is considered the father of the modern car. Who is he?
Karl Benz
The invention of this in the 18th century by James Watt powered factories and trains, helping start the Industrial Revolution. What is it?
The steam engine
Nikola Tesla was born in what is now which European country?
Croatia
In what year did Henry Ford introduce the Model T, the first affordable car for many Americans?
1908
This device, invented by Johannes Gutenberg in the 15th century, made it easier to print books and spread knowledge. What is it?
The printing press
Marie Curie, known for her research on radioactivity, was born in Poland but did much of her work in which country?
France
The first successful vaccine for polio was developed by Jonas Salk in which year?
1955
This French engineer invented the process of pasteurization, which is used to kill harmful bacteria in food and drinks. Who is he?
Louis Pasteur