Gold Excavation and Innovative Machines

Gold Excavation and Innovative Machines

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Science, Fun

6th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Amelia Wright

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The video explores the lesser-known history of the Gold Rush, which began in North Carolina, not California. It introduces the Fisher family, who discovered a gold dredge on their property and are turning it into a living museum. The video details the challenges of excavating the dredge and highlights the ingenuity of the Fisher family in creating tools like the Frankenstews from recycled materials to aid in gold extraction. The process of using the Frankenstews to sort and capture gold is explained, showcasing the team's dedication and innovative spirit.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did the Gold Rush in America originally start?

California

North Carolina

Alaska

Nevada

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Tim and Ross Fisher find on their property?

An oil well

A diamond mine

A massive gold dredge

A silver mine

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main challenges in excavating the gold dredge?

Unfavorable weather conditions

Lack of manpower

Requirement for hand digging

Need for advanced technology

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the name of the innovative machine created by the team?

Gold Extractor

Treasure Finder

Frankensluice

Gold Sifter

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What materials were used to build the Frankensluice?

Metal and glass

Recycled materials

Newly purchased parts

Wood and stone

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the Frankensluice?

To transport gold

To store gold

To sort materials by weight

To melt gold

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the team's strategy for finding gold?

Random digging

Systematic search using a crane

Hiring professional miners

Using metal detectors

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