Understanding the Value of Useless Creations

Understanding the Value of Useless Creations

Assessment

Interactive Video

Fun, Professional Development, Philosophy, Design

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Olivia Brooks

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The speaker reflects on the value of building things that may seem useless. They emphasize that their enthusiasm and sharing of ideas led to unexpected success, creating a job they couldn't have planned for. The beauty of making useless things lies in acknowledging that we don't always know the best answers, which encourages questioning and creativity.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker consider as something they have already built?

A large following

A popular invention

A fulfilling job

A successful company

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the speaker's career path unfold?

Unexpectedly, driven by enthusiasm

By following a strict career guide

By copying others' success

Through meticulous planning

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's view on making 'useless' things?

It's a waste of time

It helps in finding the best answers

It encourages asking new questions

It is only for entertainment

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does making 'useless' things help to turn off?

The fear of failure

The voice that claims to know everything

The need for validation

The desire for perfection

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker imply about a toothbrush helmet?

It is the ultimate solution

It is a ridiculous idea

It is a common invention

It represents the importance of questioning