Mechanized Logging and Video Game Creativity

Mechanized Logging and Video Game Creativity

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Technology, Business

8th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jackson Turner

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The video discusses the transition from traditional chainsaw logging to modern mechanized harvesting. It highlights the efficiency of machines like the single grip harvester, which can cut trees much faster than manual methods. The process involves using a powerful articulated arm with a rotating head to cut and process trees quickly. The video also touches on personal records in tree cutting and ends with an anecdote about creative ways people used to get free video games in the late 70s and early 80s.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has replaced the conventional chainsaw in modern logging operations?

Electric chainsaw

Manual saw

Single grip harvester

Axe

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main function of the articulated arm in the single grip harvester?

To maneuver and cut trees

To measure tree height

To plant new trees

To transport logs

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the harvester's saw blade differ from a conventional chainsaw?

It is slower

It has fewer teeth

It has a tooth on every link

It is made of plastic

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the record number of trees cut in one day using a mechanized harvester?

1,500 trees

70 trees

150 trees

700 trees

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a creative method used to get free games in the early days of video games?

Using a magnet

Drilling holes in quarters

Hacking the machine

Using a fake coin