Plum Island Mysteries and Phenomena

Plum Island Mysteries and Phenomena

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science, Geography, History

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Emma Peterson

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In July 2020, a mysterious decomposing creature was found in Montauk, New York. Its appearance sparked comparisons to the Montauk Monster and fueled conspiracy theories about its origin, including connections to Plum Island, a government disease research facility. Despite the intrigue, the creature's corpse vanished before analysis, leaving its true nature unknown.

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6 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the condition of the creature found in Montauk, New York?

It was decomposing and emitted a strong odor.

It was alive and healthy.

It was frozen and preserved.

It was covered in feathers.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Plum Island known for?

A government-run disease research facility.

A wildlife sanctuary.

A popular tourist destination.

A historical monument.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which conspiracy theory is associated with Plum Island?

It is the origin of Lyme disease.

It is a base for extraterrestrial life.

It is a treasure island.

It is a secret military base.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happened to the creature's corpse before it could be analyzed?

It was buried in a cemetery.

It disappeared mysteriously.

It was stolen by scientists.

It was preserved in a museum.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why do people connect the Montauk creature to other unknown phenomena?

Because they have seen similar creatures before.

Because they lack understanding of both phenomena.

Because they are familiar with the creature.

Because they have scientific evidence.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common reaction when people encounter unknown phenomena?

They ignore it completely.

They immediately find logical explanations.

They connect it to other unknowns.

They always report it to authorities.