I WONDER - How Did The T-Rex Get Its Name?

I WONDER - How Did The T-Rex Get Its Name?

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World Languages, Biology, Science

3rd - 5th Grade

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The transcript explains the etymology of the word 'king' from Greek and Latin origins. It describes the meaning of 'Tyrannosaurus' as 'tyrant lizard' from Greek and 'Rex' as 'king' in Latin. The Tyrannosaurus Rex, commonly known as T Rex, is highlighted as one of the most recognizable dinosaurs.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which languages are the origins of the word 'king'?

German and Dutch

Greek and Latin

French and Spanish

Chinese and Japanese

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the name 'Tyrannosaurus' mean?

Mighty beast

Fierce dragon

Tyrant lizard

Giant lizard

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which language does 'Rex' mean 'king'?

Hebrew

Greek

Sanskrit

Latin

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the short form of Tyrannosaurus Rex?

Tyranno

Rexy

T Rex

Saurus

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which dinosaur is considered the most recognizable?

Tyrannosaurus Rex

Triceratops

Stegosaurus

Velociraptor