History and Evolution of Video Games

History and Evolution of Video Games

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Computers, Science

7th - 12th Grade

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Sophia Harris

Used 18+ times

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The video explores the history and evolution of video games, starting with the Nimma Tron in 1940, the development of home consoles like the Magnavox Odyssey, and the rise of Atari. It highlights the impact of Nintendo and Sega in the 1980s and 1990s, the growth of PC gaming and multiplayer networks, and speculates on the future of gaming with advancements in VR, AI, and voice recognition. The video concludes with a call to action for viewers to engage and subscribe.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who presented the Nimma Tron at the New York World's Fair in 1940?

Shigeru Miyamoto

Edward Condon

Nolan Bushnell

Ralph Baer

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the first home video game console developed by Ralph Baer?

Magnavox Odyssey

Sega Genesis

Atari 2600

Nintendo Entertainment System

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which company did Nolan Bushnell co-found?

Nintendo

Sega

Atari

Sony

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the name of the game that Atari developed based on the Magnavox Odyssey's table tennis game?

Pac-Man

Donkey Kong

Space Invaders

Pong

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which game was bundled with the Nintendo Gameboy upon its release in 1989?

Pac-Man

Sonic the Hedgehog

Tetris

Super Mario Brothers

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the name of Sega's 16-bit console released in 1989?

Atari 2600

PlayStation

Sega Genesis

Super Nintendo

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which game led to the creation of the Entertainment Software Rating Board in 1994?

Mortal Kombat

Street Fighter

Doom

Ultima Online

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