Civil War Photography Challenges and Significance

Civil War Photography Challenges and Significance

Assessment

Interactive Video

Created by

Sophia Harris

History

7th - 12th Grade

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The video explores the significance of Civil War photography, highlighting its pioneering techniques like 3D photography and the wet plate process. It discusses the challenges photographers faced in the field and the methods used to distribute images, such as engravings. The video also debunks myths about the loss of glass plates and emphasizes the high resolution of Civil War photos, which remain valuable historical resources.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a unique feature of Civil War photography that made it stand out?

Photographers used 3D photography techniques.

It was the first war to be photographed in color.

Photographers used drones to capture images.

Photos were taken using digital cameras.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main chemical used in the wet plate process?

Gelatin

Collodion

Silver nitrate

Albumin

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a major challenge for photographers documenting the Civil War?

Developing photos in color

Transporting fragile equipment and chemicals

Finding subjects willing to be photographed

Avoiding enemy fire while taking photos

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did people experience faraway places during the Civil War using photography?

Through color photographs

By reading detailed descriptions

Using stereo photography for 3D images

By watching video recordings

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the process of converting photos into engravings for newspapers?

Photos were painted and then printed.

Photos were converted into engravings or woodcuts.

Photos were scanned and digitally enhanced.

Photos were directly printed in newspapers.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common myth about Civil War glass plates?

They were all destroyed in a fire.

They were lost during the war.

They were never cataloged.

They were all sold to private collectors.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where can one find the original Civil War glass plates today?

In the archives of major newspapers

In museums around the world

In the Library of Congress and other institutions

In private collections

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do Civil War photographs help us today?

They are used to teach photography techniques.

They are used in modern art.

They help us understand historical battlefields.

They provide entertainment.

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the resolution of Civil War photographs compared to modern digital cameras?

The same as modern digital cameras

Higher than most digital cameras

Comparable to modern digital cameras

Lower than most digital cameras

10.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of Civil War photographs in American history?

They are the first color photographs.

They provide a detailed visual record of the era.

They were the first to use digital technology.

They were the first to be published in magazines.

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