Exploring Natural Bridge Caverns in San Antonio

The video explores the Natural Bridge Caverns near San Antonio, Texas, highlighting its discovery by college students in 1960 and its geological formation over millions of years. The caverns, rich in natural beauty and historical significance, feature diverse formations and have been a site of human activity for thousands of years. Owned by the same family for generations, the caverns are now a major tourist attraction.

What is spelunking?

• A geological process of erosion

• A method of preserving natural landmarks

• The practice of exploring caves

• A type of rock found in caves

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Who is Travis Whest?

• A college student who discovered the caverns

• The creator of the spelunking technique

• A historian specializing in Texas landmarks

• Vice President of Natural Bridge Caverns

In what year was the main portion of the cave discovered?

• 1800

• 2000

• 1960

• 1900

What significant geological process contributed to the formation of the Natural Bridge Caverns?

• Meteor impacts

• Tectonic shifts and water erosion

• Glacial movements

• Volcanic activity

How long is the mapped portion of the Natural Bridge Caverns?

• Over 10 miles

• Less than 1 mile

• About 5 miles

• About 2 miles

What is the largest room in the Natural Bridge Caverns compared to?

• A basketball court

• A football field

• A standard swimming pool

• A city block

What can visitors see inside the cavern?

• Ancient human artifacts

• Rare animal species

• Diverse cave formations

• Exotic plants

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How far back do Native Americans' activities at the sinkhole site date?

• 9,000 years ago

• 500 years ago

• 1,000 years ago

• 5,000 years ago

What designations does the Natural Bridge Caverns hold?

• State Historical Site and National Natural Landmark

• World Heritage Site

• International Geological Site

• Protected Wildlife Reserve

When did the family begin to develop the caverns as a tourism attraction?

• 1980

• 2000

• 1900

• 1960

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