Exploration and Mapping of Patagonia National Park

Exploration and Mapping of Patagonia National Park

Assessment

Interactive Video

Geography, Science, Arts

7th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Emma Peterson

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The video follows an expedition to create the first print and interactive maps of Patagonia National Park. The journey involves exploring remote areas, climbing peaks, and capturing 360-degree panoramas. The dynamic weather and light conditions in Patagonia make each day unique. The ultimate goal is to produce a map that represents the park's beauty and share it with others.

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8 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary goal of Marty and the narrator's expedition in Patagonia National Park?

To conduct scientific research

To establish a new hiking trail

To make the first print and interactive maps

To create a wildlife documentary

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What challenges did the team face while exploring the park?

Dealing with high temperatures

Navigating through dense urban areas

Avoiding dangerous wildlife

Crossing icy streams and bushwhacking off trails

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did the team spend hours traversing scree fields?

To collect geological samples

To reach summits and create panoramas

To find rare plant species

To avoid bad weather

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of creating 360-degree panoramas?

To measure the altitude of peaks

To document wildlife behavior

To offer an immersive experience of the park

To provide an underground perspective

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the narrator describe the weather in Patagonia?

Always sunny and warm

Predictable and stable

Constantly changing and unpredictable

Mostly rainy and cold

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What makes each day in Patagonia unique according to the narrator?

The local cultural events

The variety of wildlife

The changing weather and light conditions

The different hiking trails

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the ultimate goal of the mapping project?

To establish a new national park

To create a tourist guidebook

To conduct environmental research

To produce a beautiful map and share it with others

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the narrator express about the beauty of Patagonia?

It is overrated

It is best experienced in winter

It is only appreciated by locals

It is a joy to share with others