Balance a broom any day

Balance a broom any day

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Geography, Science

6th - 9th Grade

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Meteorologist Alan Seals discusses the myth that a broom can only stand upright on the equinox. He explains that this is not true and demonstrates that with patience and balance, a broom can stand upright any time of the year. The myth persists because people don't try it at other times. Seals defines a myth as something often said but not always true.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the common myth associated with the vernal equinox?

You can see the Northern Lights during the equinox.

You can only stand a broom upright on the equinox.

The equinox is the longest day of the year.

The equinox causes tides to rise.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker demonstrate to debunk the myth?

Balancing a broom on a windy day.

Standing a broom upright at any time.

Using a broom to measure the equinox.

Breaking a broom to show its balance.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the speaker, what is required to stand a broom upright?

Magic and timing.

Patience and balance.

Special equipment.

A specific type of broom.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's profession?

Astronomer

Meteorologist

Chemist

Physicist

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main message the speaker wants to convey about the broom myth?

It requires special conditions.

It is a fun activity for children.

It is true only during the equinox.

It can be done any time of the year.