Communication History and Technology
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What method of communication was used by Ake Viking to send a letter to his future wife?

  • Carrier pigeon
  • Smoke signals
  • Telegraph
  • Message in a bottle (correct)

    • What significant change occurred in communication with the invention of the telegraph in 1837?

  • People stopped using written letters.
  • Messages could be sent faster than ever before. (correct)
  • Face-to-face communication became obsolete.
  • Smoke signals became the primary method of communication.

    • What concern is raised about modern communication methods?

  • They may be making face-to-face communication less common. (correct)
  • They lead to an increase in misunderstandings.
  • They have reduced written communication skills.
  • They are less efficient than past methods.

    • What was the outcome of Tara Taylor uploading a photo of her daughter on social media?

    <p>Her daughter's eyesight was saved.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many mobile phones are reported to be in use in Jordan?

    <p>Over six million</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Communication Through Time

    • Ancient people used smoke signals to communicate at a distance.
    • When writing developed, people invented more ingenious methods of delivering messages, including sending messages in bottles.
    • Bottles from the Titanic were found at the turn of the 20th century, containing messages from passengers.
    • A Swede named Ake Viking sent a message in a bottle in 1956, hoping it would reach his future wife.
    • Two years later, a Sicilian girl named Paolina found his bottle and they were married soon after.

    The Impact of Technology

    • The invention of the telegraph in 1837 dramatically sped up communication.
    • John Tawell, a criminal, was caught after escaping on a train to London when a telegram was sent to London police.
    • While Jordan has over six million mobile phones in use, people can still send telegrams through the Jordan Post Company.
    • The invention of the mobile phone and the internet made the world a different place and sped up communication.
    • Social media can be used for good: Tara Taylor uploaded a photo of her daughter on social media and a friend spotted a problem with one of the child's eyes, leading to the diagnosis of a rare disease and saving her eyesight.

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    Explore the fascinating evolution of communication methods from ancient smoke signals to modern technology. This quiz covers key milestones like the telegraph, mobile phones, and some unique stories involving messages in bottles. Test your knowledge on how technology has transformed the way we connect.

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