Mysteries of the Roman Coin

Mysteries of the Roman Coin

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Science

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Amelia Wright

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The video features Alex Lagina, Jack Begley, and Emma Culligan examining a cut copper coin with numismatist Sandy Campbell at Oak Island. The coin, found by Rick Lagina and Garry Drayton, is analyzed using XRF and CT scans, revealing it may predate the 16th century. Sandy suggests it could be Roman or Byzantine, sparking discussions on its historical significance and connection to Oak Island. Theories about the Knights Templar possibly bringing the coin to the island are explored, linking it to other historical artifacts found on Oak Island.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was welcomed to the Oak Island Interpretive Center to examine the coin?

Garry Drayton

Sandy Campbell

Emma Culligan

Rick Lagina

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the XRF analysis reveal about the coin's composition?

High content of zinc

High content of iron

High content of copper, lead, and tin

High content of gold

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What historical period is the coin speculated to be from?

Medieval

Renaissance

Roman

Victorian

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the coin's weight being exactly one gram?

It indicates modern origin

It suggests it was used in partial payments

It confirms it is a counterfeit

It shows it was used as jewelry

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What previous discovery on Oak Island is potentially connected to the Roman coin?

A medieval lead cross

A Viking ship

A pirate's treasure chest

A Spanish galleon

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What geographic location is mentioned in connection with the Roman road?

Spain

Italy

Portugal

France

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What group is speculated to have brought the Roman coin to Oak Island?

The Spanish Armada

The Vikings

The British Navy

The Knights Templar

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