Ancient Device and Astronomy Insights

Ancient Device and Astronomy Insights

Assessment

Interactive Video

Mathematics, Science, History, Computers

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Mia Campbell

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The transcript describes the discovery of an ancient shipwreck containing a complex device, identified as the world's first analog computer. This device was created by the ancients to simulate reality, mapping the motion of celestial bodies like the Moon, Sun, and planets, effectively modeling the known universe.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant discovery was made from a shipwreck 2,000 years ago?

A collection of rare artifacts

A treasure chest full of gold

The world's first analog computer

An ancient map of the world

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary purpose of the ancient device found in the shipwreck?

To serve as a navigational tool

To simulate the known universe

To predict weather patterns

To calculate mathematical equations

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which celestial bodies' movements were mapped by the ancient device?

The Moon, Sun, and planets

Comets and asteroids

Satellites and space debris

Stars and galaxies

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is the ancient device considered priceless?

It was the first of its kind to simulate reality

It was made of gold and jewels

It contained secret messages

It was used by famous historical figures

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the discovery of the ancient device tell us about the Ancients?

They were primarily focused on art

They were skilled in navigation

They were interested in mythology

They had advanced knowledge of astronomy