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Quiz about Australian Inventions Number Two
Quiz about Australian Inventions Number Two

Australian Inventions Number Two Quiz


Here is the second of two quizzes on Australian inventions. See how many you know - and have fun!

A multiple-choice quiz by Creedy. Estimated time: 4 mins.
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Author
Creedy
Time
4 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
336,941
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
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Average
Avg Score
7 / 10
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584
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Top 35% Quiz
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Question 1 of 10
1. In 1912 Harry and Jack McLaren of Port Macquarie, New South Wales, invented a device that can be seen today on most waterways used for public entertainment or sport. What was it? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. In 1912, Lance de Mole of South Australia submitted a design to the British War Office for which invention? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. The idea for the coupe utility vehicle came in 1933 from a farmer's wife in Geelong. This smart lady came up with the idea of what we refer to today as a "Ute", in order to get herself to church on Sundays. For which other purpose did she want it? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. Australia has very hot summers and skin can suffer the consequences. What simple household invention emerged to help keep those hot rays at bay in 1940? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. What did William McArthur invent in 1943 after seeing ladies eating at barbecues? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. This impressive money saving device was invented in 1953 by the CSIRO. What is it? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. Housekeepers will love this inventor forever. What did Dr Arthur Farnworth invent in 1957? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. What aeronautical device did Melbourne's Dr David Warren invent in 1958? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. In 1979, what device to aid the hard of hearing was invented by Professor Graeme Clark of the University of Melbourne? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. What did Dr Fiona Wood of Australia's Royal Perth Hospital invent in 1992? Hint



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1. In 1912 Harry and Jack McLaren of Port Macquarie, New South Wales, invented a device that can be seen today on most waterways used for public entertainment or sport. What was it?

Answer: Surf ski

The humble little surf ski originated from the need to have a flotation device that would be easier to manoeuvre in the waters of the family's oyster farm, rather than the small boats they were then using. From that it was a logical progression to begin using the surf ski for enjoyment in the beautiful waters around Port Macquarie.
2. In 1912, Lance de Mole of South Australia submitted a design to the British War Office for which invention?

Answer: A tank

This amazing invention was described as "a chain rail vehicle which could be easily steered and carry heavy loads over rough ground and trenches". Though his initial idea was rejected, de Mole continued to submit proposals of this kind to the War Office. Finally, he was acknowledged as the inventor of the Mach I Tank by the government and given 987 pounds sterling for his pains. Rather more dubiously, he was officially made an army honorary corporal, which seems just a tad incongruous somehow. This rank, just two steps higher than a private, is hardly what one would exactly describe as dazzling.
3. The idea for the coupe utility vehicle came in 1933 from a farmer's wife in Geelong. This smart lady came up with the idea of what we refer to today as a "Ute", in order to get herself to church on Sundays. For which other purpose did she want it?

Answer: To get her pigs to market on Mondays

The ute's design was eventually put down on paper by one Lewis Bandt of Victoria, who worked for the Ford Motor Company. It used an ordinary passenger base, had a two door cabin at the front, and an open transport section at the back for transporting various goods. And to think it all sprang from the mind of a little unnamed farmer's wife from Geelong who just wanted to get her pigs to market.
4. Australia has very hot summers and skin can suffer the consequences. What simple household invention emerged to help keep those hot rays at bay in 1940?

Answer: Zinc Cream

The beaches of Australia and the sports grounds of its spectators and players have been filled ever since by faces adorned with coloured streaks across noses or around lips. Zinc cream was first produced by Fauldings Pharmaceutical Company. It was initially available only in white, but now is sold in other colours as well.
5. What did William McArthur invent in 1943 after seeing ladies eating at barbecues?

Answer: The Splayd

The splayd is a simple metal utensil which incorporates a fork, spoon and knife all in the one. The gentlemanly William McArthur noticed how difficult it was for ladies to use ordinary utensils at barbecues as well as balancing plates on their laps. The mighty splayd was the result. Australia has many, many barbecues all year long, whenever the weather permits.

It's a national pastime and gets families out into the fresh healthy outdoors. We tend to use any excuse whatsoever in this country as an opportunity to have a "barbie".
6. This impressive money saving device was invented in 1953 by the CSIRO. What is it?

Answer: Solar hot water

The Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) team that came up with this invention was headed by one Roger N. Morse. Today in Australia, given the rising costs of our electricity bills, more and more homes can now be seen with these solar hot water devices fitted to their roofs.

The concept really was impressive - simple, practical and financially sensible all at once.
7. Housekeepers will love this inventor forever. What did Dr Arthur Farnworth invent in 1957?

Answer: Permanently creased woollen fabric

Dr Farnworth also worked at the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), bless his little woollen socks. His invention has saved busy housewives endless hours of ironing ever since.
8. What aeronautical device did Melbourne's Dr David Warren invent in 1958?

Answer: Black box flight recorder

The black box flight recorder is a device placed in all aircraft which can be used in any investigation into aircraft accidents. They are designed to withstand great forces and extremely high temperatures and come equipped with underwater locator beacons. Why they are called black boxes when they're actually orange in colour is debatable, but it is believed to be because the inside of the machine when closed is pitch black. Just as a matter of interest, another Australian, one Jack Grant, who worked for QANTAS, came up with another aeronautical invention in 1965. That was the inflatable escape slides that also double as rafts that spring out from the sides of planes in the event of an emergency evacuation.
9. In 1979, what device to aid the hard of hearing was invented by Professor Graeme Clark of the University of Melbourne?

Answer: The bionic ear

The bionic ear, which creates the perception of sound, is a small electronic device implanted deep within the ear of severely hearing-challenged people. This wonderful little invention, which will only grow more and more sophisticated with time, has brought the gift of sound into a world of lonely silence.
10. What did Dr Fiona Wood of Australia's Royal Perth Hospital invent in 1992?

Answer: Spray-on skin

This is an absolutely excellent and most impressive treatment used for burns victims. It has reduced the time for the body to produce enough cells to cover major burns from 21 to five days. It has also greatly reduced the incidence of burn scarring. Wood began working on her idea with another scientist, Marie Stoner, following the admission into her hospital of a man suffering petrol burns to 90% of his body. Tissue engineering is now one more remarkable advance in the world of scientific discovery, taking humanity forward into tomorrow.
Source: Author Creedy

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