The Invention of the Safety Pin — Questions and answers

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According to Sven's encyclopedia, when did Walter Hunt invent the safety pin?

Choices

  1. London, 1851. ✓
  2. New York, 1951.
  3. Paris, 1751.
  4. Berlin, 1801.

Answer: London, 1851.

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What 'pressing problem' was Walter Hunt trying to solve?

Choices

  1. People's clothes were too small.
  2. People needed a better way to fasten their clothes. ✓
  3. Buttons were too hard to make.
  4. Laces were too short.

Answer: People needed a better way to fasten their clothes.

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What did Sven suggest using to help Walter invent the safety pin?

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  1. A long lever.
  2. A different type of wire.
  3. A loose spring. ✓
  4. A stronger clasp.

Answer: A loose spring.

From page 8

How did Sven help Malik with her coat when he returned?

Choices

  1. He gave her a new button.
  2. He told her to buy a new coat.
  3. He fastened her coat closed with a safety pin. ✓
  4. He showed her a picture of the invention.

Answer: He fastened her coat closed with a safety pin.

From page 9

How much revenue does the global safety pin market generate each year today?

Choices

  1. Over 15 million.
  2. Over 40 million. ✓
  3. Exactly 400.
  4. Over 1 million.

Answer: Over 40 million.

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