Multiple choice Directions: Find find the inventor of the following. Ballpoint pen Elisha G. Otis Joseph Aspdin John J. Loud Sir Frank Whittle Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself C Correct answer Explanation John J. Loud received the first patent for a ballpoint pen in 1888. While Laszlo Biro later popularized a more functional version, Loud is the historically recognized inventor of the concept.