Lakshmi Tatma: A Unique Medical Case

Lakshmi Tatma: A Unique Medical Case

Assessment

Interactive Video

Religious Studies, Biology, Social Studies

6th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Mia Campbell

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In India, a 2-year-old girl named Lakshmi Tatma is seen as the incarnation of the Hindu goddess Lakshmi due to her rare condition of having four arms and four legs, caused by a parasitic twin. Dr. Sharon Ptil, an orthopedic surgeon from Bangalore, plans to surgically separate her from the twin. The villagers revere her, but there are concerns about her future. The video explores the medical, cultural, and social aspects of Lakshmi's condition.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the unique physical condition of Lakshmi Tatma?

She has two heads.

She has wings.

She has a tail.

She has four arms and four legs.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is the doctor planning to perform surgery on Lakshmi?

Dr. Anita Desai

Dr. Vikram Singh

Dr. Rajiv Kumar

Dr. Sharon Ptil

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main challenge Dr. Ptil faces before proceeding with the surgery?

Convincing Lakshmi's parents to bring her to Bangalore

Finding a suitable hospital

Raising funds for the surgery

Getting government approval

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event do Lakshmi's family and Dr. Ptil attend together?

A medical conference

A local fair

A religious ceremony

A charity event

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do the villagers perceive Lakshmi?

As an ordinary child

As a divine figure

As a threat

As a celebrity

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What concerns do some villagers have about Lakshmi?

Her future

Her diet

Her social skills

Her education