Elephant Weight Management Challenges

Elephant Weight Management Challenges

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science, Physical Ed, Life Skills

5th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Lucas Foster

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The video tutorial explains the process of weighing elephants using truck scales, as bathroom scales are inadequate. It highlights the weight and growth of several elephants, including Debbie, Timbo, Smitty, and Liz. The video discusses the importance of exercise and diet in managing elephant weight, noting Debbie's growth, Timbo's consistency, Smitty's muscle gain, and Liz's weight loss. The tutorial emphasizes the challenges of maintaining weight as elephants age, particularly after turning 30.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What method is used to weigh elephants when they cannot fit on a standard scale?

Using a special elephant-sized scale

Using truck scales provided by the California Highway Patrol

Using a crane to lift them

Using a giant bathroom scale

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much does Debbie weigh, and what was the concern of the elephant keepers?

7,200 pounds; concern about underweight

7,200 pounds; concern about overweight

8,000 pounds; concern about underweight

8,000 pounds; concern about overweight

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is notable about Timbo's weight over the past two years?

He gained muscle mass

He maintained the same weight

He lost 200 pounds

He gained 200 pounds

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main difference in Smitty's weight change compared to others?

He maintained his weight

He gained muscle

He gained fat

He lost weight

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How old is Liz, and what is her current weight status?

30 years old; lost 200 pounds

25 years old; gained 200 pounds

30 years old; gained 200 pounds

25 years old; lost 200 pounds

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What reward did Liz receive for her weight loss?

A banana

A carrot

An apple

A watermelon

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What challenge is mentioned regarding weight management as elephants age?

It becomes harder to lose weight

It becomes harder to gain weight

It becomes easier to lose weight

It becomes easier to gain weight