Trail Angel and the Power of Kindness

Trail Angel and the Power of Kindness

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Moral Science, Life Skills

4th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jackson Turner

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Mr. Mu from MooMooMath and Science shares a story from REI's video 'Trail Angel' about a man named Ponytail who found peace in nature during a difficult time. By helping an elderly couple on the Appalachian Trail, he discovered that kindness improved his well-being. Over time, he became a 'trail angel,' offering meals, rides, and encouragement to hikers, which transformed his life. The video emphasizes that kindness multiplies and impacts those around us.

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6 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main theme introduced at the beginning of the video?

The power of kindness

The beauty of nature

The importance of education

The challenges of hiking

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Ponytail experiencing before he found peace in nature?

A joyful family life

A very dark and challenging time

A successful career

A period of travel

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Ponytail first realize the positive impact of helping others?

By watching a documentary

By reading a book

By helping an elderly couple on the Appalachian Trail

By attending a seminar

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What activities does Ponytail engage in as a trail angel?

Writing travel blogs

Selling hiking gear

Providing meals and rides

Organizing hiking tours

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Ponytail claim has changed his life?

Moving to a new city

Becoming a trail angel

Starting a new job

Learning a new language

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the concluding message of the video?

Kindness has no impact

Kindness makes an impact on those around you

Kindness is overrated

Kindness is only for the wealthy