Ben Franklin's Inventions and Contributions

Ben Franklin's Inventions and Contributions

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, History, Arts, Social Studies

4th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Aiden Montgomery

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The video explores the enduring impact of Benjamin Franklin's inventions and ideas. It highlights his contributions to electricity, such as the lightning rod, and everyday tools like the long arm. Franklin's influence extends to music with the glass armonica and time management through daylight saving time. His societal contributions include establishing libraries and fire departments, and his pivotal role in drafting key documents like the Declaration of Independence. Franklin's legacy continues to shape the modern world.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is Ben Franklin still considered important today?

He was a king.

He invented many things still in use.

He discovered America.

He was a famous artist.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of Franklin's first political cartoon?

To advertise a product.

To entertain children.

To encourage American colonies to unite.

To depict a historical event.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Franklin discover about lightning?

It is a form of fire.

It is a form of water.

It is a form of electricity.

It is a form of wind.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the modern name for Franklin's 'long arm' invention?

The grabber.

The extender.

The reacher.

The picker.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Franklin invent to help swimmers move faster?

Swimming caps.

Flippers.

Goggles.

Life jackets.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which musical instrument did Franklin invent?

Flute.

Glass armonica.

Violin.

Piano.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unique feature did Franklin's rocking chair have?

It could fly.

It was made of gold.

It could talk.

It had a fan on top.

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