Historical Cannibalism and Forensic Analysis

Historical Cannibalism and Forensic Analysis

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Biology

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Mia Campbell

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The video explores the story of Jane, a victim of cannibalism during the winter of 1609-1610. It discusses forensic evidence indicating she was dead before being consumed, as shown by strike marks on her cranium. Historical records reveal instances of cannibalism, including a woman preserved by her husband. The video concludes with cultural references and mentions of related shows.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the time period during which Jane was consumed?

Winter of 1609-1610

Summer of 1610

Winter of 1611-1612

Spring of 1608

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did forensic experts determine that Jane was dead before being consumed?

By the presence of poison in her system

By the sequence of strike marks

By the absence of defensive wounds

By the lack of blood at the scene

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What part of Jane's body was noted to have the most calories?

Her legs

Her arms

Her brain

Her torso

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What method was used to access Jane's brain?

Through her eye socket

Through her ear

Through her mouth

Through her nose

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the sagittal and coronal sutures in the forensic analysis?

They indicate the age of the victim

They show the direction of the cuts

They help identify the victim

They reveal the cause of death

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of using a knife in the forensic analysis of Jane's remains?

To access her brain

To cut her hair

To open her chest cavity

To remove her limbs

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the term 'powdered' refer to in the context of historical cannibalism?

Salting the body

Freezing the body

Burning the body

Burying the body

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