General Knowledge - Inventions

Exercise : Inventions - Section 1
  • Inventions - Section 1
111.
Where were wigs first invented?
Japan
France
Egypt
China
Answer: Option
Explanation:
As you have noticed in pictures, many Egyptians have head coverings, sometimes with beads in them. The first wigs were created to cover the head from the hot sun.

112.
Who was the first person to patent the JET ENGINE?
F. Whittle
C. Lindbergh
W. Histell
B. Owings
Answer: Option
Explanation:
British inventor Frank Whittle was the first to patent his design for a jet engine in 1930. Although an engine designed by Dr. Hans Von Ohain was the first to fly in 1939. Whittle's jet engine first flew in 1941.

113.
The initials JCB on earth-moving equipment are those of the founder of the company that makes it. What is his name?
John Christopher Ballantyne
Joseph Cyril Bamford
John Christopher Baxter
Jack Croxford Baker
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Joseph Cyril Bamford founded the company that makes these iconic machines in 1945, in a 12ft X 15ft garage in Staffordshire.

114.
What treat was invented by 11-year-old Frank Epperson in 1905?
Popsicle
Banana split
Cotton candy
Cracker Jacks
Answer: Option
Explanation:
It was originally called the 'Epsicle' in his honor. (I can see why that name didn't catch on).

115.
When was Milk Tray first introduced?
1915
1934
1923
1942
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Milk Tray was introduced in 1915 in open boxes arranged on wooden trays. Today, with its distinctive purple and gold cartons and popularised by the "Man in Black" television adverts, its one of the most popular chocolate assortments.