Sam's Lifestyle and Engineering Choices

Sam's Lifestyle and Engineering Choices

Assessment

Interactive Video

Engineering, Design, Life Skills

7th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Ethan Morris

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Sam, a self-taught bush engineer, shares his journey of building a unique home from logs and scrap materials. He emphasizes his freestyle approach to engineering, valuing independence and creativity. Influenced by his father's industrial projects, Sam has developed a knack for 'eyeball engineering.' He cherishes the freedom his lifestyle offers and discusses practical aspects like stove temperature control.

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8 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Sam's approach to engineering?

He uses only new materials.

He relies on digital tools.

He improvises with available materials.

He follows detailed blueprints.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What materials did Sam use to build his home?

Concrete and steel

Floating logs and dead trees

Bricks and mortar

Glass and aluminum

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Sam describe his construction style?

Freestyle and improvisational

Traditional and conservative

By-the-book engineering

High-tech and modern

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason Sam chooses his lifestyle?

Fame and recognition

Freedom from external control

Environmental concerns

Financial gain

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Sam do if someone tries to tell him how to live?

He ignores them.

He tells them off.

He listens carefully.

He follows their advice.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the name of Sam's construction company?

Precision Engineering Co.

By Guessing By Golly Construction

Innovative Builders Inc.

Freestyle Construction Ltd.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Sam's father influence his engineering skills?

By giving formal lessons

By providing engineering books

Through hands-on workshops

By setting an example with his own projects

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What device does Sam mention that controls temperature?

Perfecta Mundo

An automatic fan

A digital thermostat

A manual switch