CLEAN : T-rex skeleton displayed in Singapore before auction

The transcript discusses Shen, a rare T. rex skeleton, and its auction in Asia. The speaker highlights the rarity of such fossils and the interest from Asian collectors. They express hope that Shen will be accessible to the public for research and display, ideally in a museum. The speaker also shares personal reflections on seeing a real fossil, noting its size compared to movie depictions.

How many T-Rex skeletons are known to exist worldwide?

• 40

• 30

• 20

• 10

Why is the auction of the T-Rex skeleton significant for Asia?

• It is the first time a T-Rex is being auctioned in Asia.

• Asian collectors have shown increased interest in fossils.

• It is the largest T-Rex skeleton ever found.

• The auction is expected to break world records.

What is the hope for the future owner of the T-Rex skeleton?

• To sell it to another collector.

• To keep it in a private collection.

• To donate it to a foreign museum.

• To ensure it is displayed for public viewing.

What has been done to the T-Rex skeleton to aid public research?

• It has been kept in a private vault.

• It has been divided into parts.

• It has been recorded in 3D.

• It has been painted.

What is the speaker's personal reaction to seeing the T-Rex skeleton?

• It was exactly as expected.

• It was smaller than expected.

• It was disappointing.

• It was larger than expected.

How does the speaker compare the real T-Rex skeleton to animatronics?

• Animatronics are more impressive.

• The real skeleton is more impactful.

• Both are equally impressive.

• Animatronics are more realistic.

What is the speaker's experience with real-life fossils?

• They have only seen them in museums.

• This is their first time seeing one.

• They have seen many before.

• They have studied them extensively.