Post Visit Quiz Grades 9-12

1.Which two aspects of domestic technology are explored in this exhibit?

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b)............................................................................................................

2.What was the single most important event which affected the development of household appliances?

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3.Name 3 social changes which resulted from the introduction of new electric and gas appliances in the home.

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b)............................................................................................................

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4.How has the development and use of appliances equalized our society to a large degree? ................................................................................................................ ................................................................................................................

5.Which 3 domestic services are now anticipated in our homes when they are built? a)............................................................................................................ b)............................................................................................................ c)............................................................................................................

6.Match the person's name with their contribution to society.

(a) Adam Beck (b) Catharine Beecher (c) Adelaide Hoodless

campaigned to have domestic science taught in the schools instrumental in bringing electricity to Ontario worked on improving attitudes toward housework and working conditions in the home

7.What type of home would you choose for the future? A smart house? A healthy home? Why? ................................................................................................................ ................................................................................................................

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