MG11 U3 L9 Reading - Tulsa Time Capsule Assessment

What year was the Plymouth Belvedere buried as a time capsule in Tulsa?

• 1967

• 1957

• 1977

• 2007

What was the purpose of including 5 gallons of gas in the time capsule?

• To power the car for a demonstration

• As a backup fuel supply for emergencies

• In case gasoline became obsolete by 2007

• To preserve the car's engine

Which of the following items was NOT mentioned as being inside the woman's handbag in the time capsule?

• A wallet

• A tube of lipstick

• Bobby pins

• A plastic rain cap

True or False: The time capsule was meant to show future generations how people lived in Tulsa in 1957.

• True

• False

How many years was the Plymouth Belvedere meant to remain buried?

• 20 years

• 100 years

• 50 years

• 10 years

Which of these items was in good condition when the time capsule was opened in 2007?

• The woman's handbag

• The microfilm

• The U.S. flag

• The Plymouth Belvedere

What was the reaction of the people when the Plymouth was unearthed?

• They were indifferent

• They were all disappointed

• Some were disappointed, but others were excited

• They were angry about the condition

True or False: The vault was able to protect the car from moisture.

• True

• False

Who was surprised to still be alive to witness the unearthing of the car in 2007?

• The mayor of Tulsa

• Teddy and Gene

• Henry

• The event organizer

What was the prize for guessing the population of Tulsa in 2007?

• A new car

• A trip to Tulsa

• The Plymouth Belvedere car

• A cash prize