Exploring the Mystery of HH Holmes

Exploring the Mystery of HH Holmes

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Science, Geography

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jackson Turner

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The video explores the investigation into whether concrete blocks at the bottom of the Chicago River could be linked to HH Holmes, America's first serial killer. It discusses the use of forensic technology to uncover evidence and theories about Holmes's methods of disposing of bodies. The video also delves into the historical context, suggesting a possible connection between Holmes and Jack the Ripper, and outlines plans to retrieve evidence using GPS and dive teams.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary focus of the investigation discussed in the video?

Investigating concrete blocks linked to HH Holmes

Exploring the history of Chicago

Finding treasure in the Chicago River

Studying the architecture of old buildings

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of Holmes's cement storage facility according to the video?

To serve as a tourist attraction

To manufacture cement

To hide evidence of crimes

To store building materials

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why do some people doubt the theory about Holmes using the river?

No evidence of Holmes's presence in Chicago

Skepticism about the plausibility of the theory

Inconsistencies in witness accounts

Lack of historical records

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the size of the concrete blocks in the investigation?

Larger blocks are easier to detect

Smaller blocks are more common

Blocks are used for construction

Size does not matter in the investigation

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What technology is being used to locate the concrete blocks?

GPS coordinates

Sonar scanning

Metal detectors

Underwater drones

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the next step after locating the blocks using GPS?

Analyzing the blocks on-site

Marking the location for future reference

Sending a dive team to retrieve them

Reporting the findings to the authorities

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is HH Holmes in relation to the narrator?

The narrator's great-great-grandfather

A historical figure

A famous detective

A distant relative

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What potential link is suggested between HH Holmes and another infamous figure?

Holmes was a famous architect

Holmes was Jack the Ripper

Holmes was a renowned scientist

Holmes was a political leader