The Impossible Arrow Illusion

The Impossible Arrow Illusion

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Physics

1st - 6th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video explores an optical illusion involving an arrow that always appears to point right, even when spun. By introducing a mirror, the reflection points left, creating a puzzling effect. The illusion is explained through perspective and the arrow's unique shape, which only works from certain angles. Viewing the arrow from the top or side reveals the absence of the illusion.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens to the arrow's reflection when a mirror is introduced?

The reflection points to the right.

The reflection points to the left.

The reflection points upwards.

The reflection disappears.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the key factor that makes the arrow appear to always point to the right?

The color of the arrow.

The material of the arrow.

The perspective from which it is viewed.

The speed at which it is spun.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the arrow behave when viewed from the top?

It appears to point to the left.

It looks like a regular arrow.

It does not look arrow-shaped at all.

It appears to point upwards.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens to the illusion when the arrow is viewed from the side?

The illusion disappears.

The arrow points upwards.

The arrow changes color.

The illusion becomes stronger.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the shape of the arrow's surface that contributes to the illusion?

Flat and smooth.

Curved and carefully designed.

Jagged and irregular.

Transparent and invisible.

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