ComiCon 1964 and the Evolution of Superheroes

ComiCon 1964 and the Evolution of Superheroes

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Arts, Social Studies

7th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Olivia Brooks

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The transcript recounts the speaker's experience attending the first ComiCon in New York City in 1964, highlighting the cost and notable attendees like Flo Steinberg and Steve Ditko. It also discusses how superheroes have evolved to reflect the diverse and complex nature of modern society.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What year was the first ComiCon held in New York City?

1960

1964

1970

1980

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much did it cost to sign up for the first ComiCon?

$200

$150

$100

$50

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was Flo Steinberg in relation to Stan Lee?

His secretary

His co-writer

His wife

His editor

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which comic book artist known for Spider-Man attended the first ComiCon?

Jack Kirby

Todd McFarlane

Steve Ditko

John Romita

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How have superheroes evolved according to the narrator?

They have remained unchanged

They are only for children

They now reflect a more diverse society

They have become less popular