The Invention of the Silo — Questions and answers

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What was Thomas Gaylord trying to create?

Choices

  1. A. A new type of grain.
  2. B. A faster way to harvest crops.
  3. C. A better system for storing grain. ✓
  4. D. A book about ancient history.

Answer: C. A better system for storing grain.

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In what year did Thomas build the first truly successful, cylindrical silo?

Choices

  1. A. 1873 ✓
  2. B. 1900
  3. C. 1800
  4. D. 2000

Answer: A. 1873

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What did Karim excitedly tell Min that Thomas Gaylord invented?

Choices

  1. A. A new kind of bread
  2. B. The time-traveling encyclopedia
  3. C. The silo ✓
  4. D. A faster cooking stove

Answer: C. The silo

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