Stonehenge: Mysteries and Theories

Stonehenge: Mysteries and Theories

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Science, Geography, Architecture

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Amelia Wright

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The video explores the mystery of Stonehenge, focusing on how the massive stones were transported and arranged. It discusses various theories, including alien involvement and Michael Goff's clock theory, which suggests Stonehenge was an ancient timekeeping device. The video also examines evidence linking Stonehenge to a stone circle in Wales. Despite extensive research, the true purpose and construction methods of Stonehenge remain a mystery.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the average weight of the sarson stones at Stonehenge?

45 tons

15 tons

35 tons

25 tons

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following methods is NOT mentioned as a possible way the ancients moved the stones?

Large beasts

Metal carts

Wooden rollers

Wooden sleds

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Eric Von Daniken propose as the reason for the construction of Stonehenge?

Royal decree

Natural geological formations

Advanced ancient technology

Alien assistance

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to Michael Goff, what celestial feature was Stonehenge aligned with?

The North Star

The Southern Cross

Orion's Belt

The Milky Way

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of the small stones or markers in Goff's clock theory?

To mark burial sites

To decorate the site

To calibrate the clock

To serve as sundials

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What evidence supports the connection between Stonehenge and the stone circle at Winemon?

Both sites being located in the same region

Identical carvings on the stones

A stone chip fitting perfectly into Stone 62

Similar legends associated with both sites

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does Goff believe Stonehenge was moved from Winemon?

To improve agricultural productivity

To avoid flooding

To align with the Southern Cross

To be closer to a royal palace

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