Understanding the Origins of the Camera

Understanding the Origins of the Camera

Assessment

Interactive Video

Philosophy, Science, Arts, History

7th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Ethan Morris

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Over 2,000 years ago, philosopher MO noted that light could create images, leading to the invention of the camera obscura, the precursor to modern cameras. This discovery paved the way for the development of image-forming devices, including the creation of the first movie.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was the philosopher that observed light could create an image inside a locked room?

Socrates

MO

Aristotle

Plato

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the camera obscura?

A type of painting

A type of ancient sculpture

A prototype of image-forming cameras

A musical instrument

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is true about the camera obscura?

It was a type of ancient weapon

It was a prototype for modern cameras

It was a method of transportation

It was used for cooking

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the manipulation of light lead to?

The creation of the first movie

The discovery of fire

The invention of the wheel

The development of agriculture

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the first movie in the context of light manipulation?

It was the first use of electricity

It demonstrated the artistic potential of light

It was the first recorded sound

It marked the beginning of modern architecture