Hugh Glass and the Bear Attack

Hugh Glass and the Bear Attack

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Arts

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Olivia Brooks

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The video discusses the incredible survival story of Hugh Glass, who crawled over 200 miles after a bear attack. The focus is on capturing his struggle in a sculpture. A debate ensues about whether to depict his internal struggle or add a bear for a more dramatic effect. The decision is made to include a bear, and the design process is outlined, emphasizing the importance of preserving Glass's story through art.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the most remarkable aspect of Hugh Glass's survival story?

He fought off the bear with his bare hands.

He crawled over 200 miles with severe injuries.

He was rescued by a group of hunters.

He managed to climb a tree to escape the bear.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of the artistic representation of Hugh Glass?

His journey across the mountains.

His internal struggle and survival.

His victory over the bear.

His interactions with Native Americans.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was there a suggestion to include a bear in the artwork?

To make the statue more visually appealing.

To emphasize the external struggle and danger.

To add more historical accuracy.

To increase the size of the statue.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the proposed change to the statue's composition?

Hugh Glass running away from the bear.

Hugh Glass lying down with the bear approaching.

Hugh Glass and the bear facing each other.

Hugh Glass standing victoriously over the bear.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What moment is the final statue intended to capture?

Hugh Glass recovering from his injuries.

The bear attacking Hugh Glass.

The moment before the bear attacks.

Hugh Glass escaping the bear.