HH Holmes and the Mystery of Jack the Ripper

HH Holmes and the Mystery of Jack the Ripper

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Science, Social Studies

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Sophia Harris

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The video explores the excavation of HH Holmes' grave site, aiming to uncover whether he was indeed executed or if he escaped, potentially linking him to the Jack the Ripper murders. The investigation involves a team of archaeologists and considers the possibility of finding a skeleton or mummy. The video discusses the historical context and challenges faced during the investigation, including the theory that Holmes was Jack the Ripper. The conclusion presents evidence supporting this theory, highlighting the significance of the findings.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary goal of the excavation at the HH Holmes grave site?

To plant a memorial garden

To build a new monument

To uncover secrets from 121 years ago

To find hidden treasure

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one theory about HH Holmes's identity discussed in the video?

He was a philanthropist

He was a famous artist

He was a political leader

He was Jack the Ripper

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What continued after Holmes's supposed execution, according to newspaper reports?

Art exhibitions

Jack the Ripper style killings

Scientific discoveries

Political rallies

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the narrator's attitude towards the investigation?

Completely dismissive

Indifferent

Skeptical but open-minded

Overly optimistic

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What potential obstacle does the team encounter during the excavation?

A large tree

A concrete structure

A water pipe

A metal fence

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the narrator's personal connection to HH Holmes?

He is a distant cousin

He is a great-great-grandson

He is a family friend

He is a former neighbor

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What evidence does the narrator claim to have uncovered?

A new painting

Credible evidence linking Holmes to Jack the Ripper

A diary of Holmes

A map of Holmes's travels