Wildlife Cameraman and Millipedes

Wildlife Cameraman and Millipedes

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science

7th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Emma Peterson

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The video discusses the experience of a wildlife cameraman working with Paul Merrick, a National Geographic grantee, to film fluorescent millipedes. It highlights the challenges of filming in natural habitats, particularly at night, and the technical knowledge required to capture these unique creatures. The millipedes' fluorescence serves as a warning to predators, and the video explores the cameraman's problem-solving process to overcome filming obstacles, emphasizing the rewarding nature of the work.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary role of a wildlife cameraman as described in the video?

To train other cameramen

To capture footage of wildlife

To write articles for magazines

To study animal behavior

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is Paul Merrick, as mentioned in the video?

A forest ranger

A wildlife photographer

A National Geographic Society grantee

A millipede expert

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are millipedes easier to find at night?

They make noise at night

They glow in the dark

They are more active at night

They are larger at night

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the millipedes' fluorescence?

To attract mates

To signal predators they are not good to eat

To navigate in the dark

To find food

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the cameraman's reaction upon first seeing a fluorescent millipede?

He was confused

He ignored it

He was surprised

He was scared

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the challenges faced while filming the millipedes?

Finding the right location

Avoiding dangerous animals

Understanding light spectrums

Getting permission to film

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What technical aspect did the cameraman have to figure out for filming?

Editing software

Sound recording

Electrical power for lights

Camera angles

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the feeling described when everything goes well during filming?

Frustration

Boredom

Excitement

Relief

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the ultimate goal of solving problems in the field according to the video?

To impress colleagues

To finish quickly

To see things otherwise unseen

To win awards