Early Video Games

Which terms describe early arcade games?

• colorful and dazzling

• flat and few colors

• 3D and lifelike

• few colors but realistic

According to "New Ways to Play" what is one thing that changed video games in the early 2000s?

• arcades

• holograms

• the internet

• Nintendo consoles

What was the main purpose of going to an arcade in the early 1980s?

• To buy video games

• To play video games with friends

• To watch movies

• To eat food

Answer explanation

In the early 1980s, arcades were popular social venues where people gathered to play video games together, making 'to play video games with friends' the main purpose of visiting them.

Which game involved players gobbling up dots while avoiding ghosts?

• Pong

• Asteroids

• Pac-Man

• Space Invaders

Answer explanation

The game Pac-Man involves players navigating a maze, gobbling up dots while avoiding colorful ghosts. This iconic gameplay is distinct from other options like Pong, Asteroids, and Space Invaders, which do not feature this mechanic.

When were video games first introduced?

• In 1972

• yesterday

• in 2000

The first article says that in the early 1980s, you had to visit an arcade if you wanted to play video games with friends. Which section tells you this?

• the opening section

• “Where to Play”

• “Taking It Home”

• “All Kinds of Games”

Which of the following best describes the graphics of early video games?

• Colorful and realistic

• Flat and few colors

• 3D and lifelike

• Monochrome and detailed

What was a common feature of early video game soundtracks?

• Orchestral music

• Simple electronic beeps

• Live recorded music

• No sound at all

In the context of early video games, what does the term 'arcade' refer to?

• A type of home console

• A place to play games

• A game development company

• A video game genre

Which early video game is known for its simple two-dimensional graphics and table tennis theme?

• Pac-Man

• Pong

• Space Invaders

• Asteroids