Collecting Rooster Windmill Weights

Collecting Rooster Windmill Weights

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Science, Fun

5th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Liam Anderson

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In this video, Jennifer and her team explore an old shed on her father Ronnie's property, discovering a rare windmill weight in the form of a rooster. The video delves into the history and significance of windmill weights, which were used in the early 1900s to balance windmills and are now collectible items. The team negotiates a sale for the rooster weight, highlighting its value and rarity. The video concludes with a reflection on the excitement of finding unique and valuable items, often referred to as 'Rusty Gold'.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was discovered in the shed that had not been opened for years?

An old bicycle

A rooster windmill weight

A collection of coins

A vintage car

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Jennifer's reaction upon finding the rooster windmill weight?

She was disappointed

She was indifferent

She was excited

She was confused

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary use of windmill weights in the early 1900s?

To decorate gardens

To balance windmills

To weigh down crops

To measure wind speed

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common feature of windmill weights from the early 1900s?

They are all painted red

They often feature a signature mascot

They are all made of wood

They are all shaped like birds

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the weight of the rooster windmill weight?

45 lbs

60 lbs

75 lbs

30 lbs

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are windmill weights considered collectible?

They are made of gold

They are rare and often in poor condition

They are used in modern windmills

They are easy to find

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What makes the rooster windmill weight particularly rare?

It is made of silver

It is shaped like a rooster

It is shaped like a horse

It is in excellent condition

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