Joselyn Bell and the Nobel Prize

Joselyn Bell and the Nobel Prize

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Education

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Mia Campbell

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The video discusses Jocelyn Bell, the scientist who discovered PSAR but did not receive the Nobel Prize. She visited students and shared her perspective on fame and recognition, expressing contentment with her legacy. Bell also highlighted her personal achievements, including raising six productive children.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is Joselyn Bell known for discovering?

Black holes

Pulsars

Quasars

Dark matter

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many years ago did Joselyn Bell discover pulsars?

20 years ago

50 years ago

30 years ago

40 years ago

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Joselyn Bell's reaction to not receiving the Nobel Prize?

She was indifferent and focused on her work.

She was disappointed and felt it was unfair.

She felt being famous for not having the prize was better.

She actively campaigned for the prize afterward.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to Joselyn Bell, what is better than receiving the Nobel Prize?

Having a successful career

Being recognized by peers

Winning other prestigious awards

Being asked why you didn't receive it

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Joselyn Bell consider a significant personal achievement?

Traveling the world for conferences

Publishing numerous scientific papers

Raising six productive children

Receiving honorary degrees