Marine Creatures of the Past

Marine Creatures of the Past

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science, Geography

5th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Amelia Wright

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The video explores various prehistoric sea creatures from 82 million years ago. It introduces Sasur, a marine reptile with a long neck, Dolly Kinps, a fast swimmer similar to a modern dolphin, and Hesperis, a seabird with sharp teeth. Each creature's characteristics and habitats are discussed, highlighting their adaptations and roles in the ancient marine ecosystem.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is unique about the marine reptile Sasur?

It lived in freshwater lakes.

It could fly.

It was a fast swimmer.

It had a massive neck making up nearly half its body length.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which creature was known for its speed and size, being slightly larger than a modern dolphin?

Megalodon

Sasur

Dolly

Hesperis

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Dolly primarily feed on?

Plankton

Fish and squid in the Inland sea

Small fish in the Open Seas

Seaweed

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What feature did Hesperis have that was hidden inside its beak?

A second beak

A long tongue

A pouch for storing fish

Sharp teeth

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Despite not being able to fly, what was Hesperis particularly good at?

Running

Swimming to catch fish

Diving deep underwater

Climbing trees