WSC 2023 History Introduction

Why do some historians argue against military reenactments?

• They overemphasize the role of war in history

• They are too expensive to produce

• They are disrespectful to veterans

• They are dangerous

If Leonardo DiCaprio were to play Nelson Mandela, this would be an example of …

• non-traditional casting

• dramatic casting

• colour-blind casting

• colour-conscious casting

 Which event occurred on 6th August 1945?

• end of WWII

• bombing of Hiroshima

• bombing of Nagasaki

• attack on Pearl Harbour

What was the name of the exhibit at the 1939 World's Fair that showcased futuristic technology?

• Tomorrowland

• Crystal Palace

• Museum of the Future

• World of Tomorrow

What was the Great Emu War?

• An historical battle reenactment in the US

• A military conflict with emus in Australia

• A renaissance fair celebrating emus in Europe

• The culling of moas (large birds) in New Zealand

What did researchers unearth in Pakistan in 2022?

• ancient Buddhist temple

• largest Jewish Synagogue in the world

• neanderthal fossils

• the fastest human in history

Why do we have insights into ancient Roman life through the remains of Pompeii?

• The city was home to great writers who documented life there

• The city was preserved after a volcanic eruption

• The city was a trade hub with many records

• The city was an artistic capital of culture, preserving arts and writings for future generations

What is a golden age?

• a time when everything is perfect

• a time when people are happy and prosperous

• a time when there was no conflict

• a time when there were no technological advancements

What is a 'luddite'?

• a person who embraces new technology

• a person in a radical political faction

• a person who idealises ancient history

• a person opposed to new technology

When and where was the first Renaissance Fair in the USA?

• California, 1962

• Malibu, 1963

• New York, 1802

• Plymouth, 1956