Exploring the History of a Family-Run Service Station

Exploring the History of a Family-Run Service Station

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Business, Geography

6th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Emma Peterson

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Frank and Mike visit the More family's historic service station, which operated from the early 1900s until the 1990s. They explore the station, learning about its history and significance as a busy stop between major Texas cities. Mr. More shares stories about the station's past, including its role during a time when parking ordinances were strict. The station now serves as a petroliana museum, showcasing artifacts from its operational days. Mike More expresses pride in preserving his family's history, and the visit concludes with a heartfelt farewell.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary business of the More family?

A grocery store

A restaurant

A service station

A hotel

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Frank and Mike find impressive about the service station?

Its curb appeal

Its large parking lot

Its modern design

Its location near a freeway

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was the More family's service station significant in its location?

It was a historical landmark

It offered the cheapest gas prices

It was the only station in the area

It was a major traffic route between cities

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What service did the station provide due to a local ordinance?

Car washing

Gas delivery

Tire repair

Overnight parking

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the original use of the space above the service station?

A storage area

Office space

A residential apartment

A restaurant

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unusual event involved a motorcycle at the station?

A race was held

A motorcycle was driven up the stairs

A motorcycle show was organized

A motorcycle was sold

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Mike More express about his family's history?

He was embarrassed by it

He was indifferent

He felt a sense of pride

He wanted to sell the property

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