Extravagant Parties and Wealth History

Extravagant Parties and Wealth History

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Business, Arts

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Aiden Montgomery

FREE Resource

The video explores the opulent lifestyles and extravagant spending of historical figures like Czar Nicholas II and CKG Billings. It highlights how their wealth influenced fashion and social events, such as Billings' 1903 'bring your own horse' party. The narrative delves into the motivations behind such lavish displays and identifies some of history's most extravagant party hosts, emphasizing the legendary spending habits of the rich throughout history.

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7 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What inspired the gowns for Queen Amidala in Star Wars?

Marie Antoinette's wardrobe

Cleopatra's attire

Czar Nicholas II's outfits

Queen Victoria's dresses

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much was Alexandra's dress worth in today's money?

10 million dollars

15 million dollars

20 million dollars

5 million dollars

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unique theme did CKG Billings' party have?

Space Odyssey

Masquerade Ball

Bring Your Own Horse

Underwater Adventure

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which city did CKG Billings host his extravagant party?

New York City

Chicago

San Francisco

Los Angeles

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does spending a fortune on a single night of entertainment suggest about one's wealth?

They are financially irresponsible

They are investing in future returns

They are seeking attention

They have deep reserves of wealth

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who are considered the original 'sharks' and tycoons in history?

Famous artists

Historical rulers and industrialists

Ancient philosophers

Modern-day billionaires

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the focus of the TV show 'History's Crazy Rich Ancients'?

Opulent parties in history

Modern-day billionaires

Ancient civilizations

Famous historical battles