Samuel Ball and Oak Island Mysteries

Samuel Ball and Oak Island Mysteries

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

6th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Olivia Brooks

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The video explores the discovery of coins on Oak Island, speculating their historical significance. It delves into Samuel Ball's intriguing decision to purchase land on the island, despite its high cost compared to mainland options. The narrative raises questions about Ball's motives, suggesting he might have been drawn by rumors of hidden treasure. The video concludes with the mystery of whether Ball found treasure and kept it secret.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What era is the discovered coin likely from?

Late 1800s

Early 1800s

Early 1700s

Early 1900s

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is Samuel Ball's purchase of land on Oak Island considered unusual?

He bought land on the mainland instead.

He was the first to buy land on the island.

He paid a high price for a small area.

He paid a low price for a large area.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What might have motivated Samuel Ball to buy land on Oak Island?

Rumors of buried treasure

A desire to farm the land

A family inheritance

A government grant

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the mystery surrounding Samuel Ball's story?

Why he left the island

Why he paid so much for the land

Why he sold the land quickly

Why he never lived on the island

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the 1871 coin found?

It was from the early 1900s.

It was a rare American coin.

It was a Canadian Victoria coin.

It was made of gold.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the discovery of the young Victoria coin suggest?

It was from the 1900s.

It was made of silver.

It was valuable back in the day.

It was a common find on the island.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is speculated about Samuel Ball's actions on Oak Island?

He was the first to find treasure.

He might have kept his findings secret.

He shared his discoveries widely.

He never found any treasure.