I WONDER - When Did The Allosaurus Roam The Earth?

The video discusses the Jurassic period, highlighting the Diplodocus and Stegosaurus dinosaurs. It explains the origin of the name Allosaurus, derived from Greek, meaning 'strange reptile'. The discovery of Allosaurus fossils in the 1870s revealed a unique backbone structure, distinguishing it from other dinosaurs of its time.

During which period did the Allosaurus live alongside Diplodocus and Stegosaurus?

• Permian

• Jurassic

• Triassic

• Cretaceous

Which of the following dinosaurs did not coexist with Allosaurus?

• Diplodocus

• Allosaurus

• Tyrannosaurus

• Stegosaurus

What does the name 'Allosaurus' mean in Greek?

• Giant lizard

• Strange reptile

• Fierce predator

• Ancient creature

In which decade were the fossils of Allosaurus first discovered?

• 1880s

• 1870s

• 1860s

• 1890s

What was unique about the Allosaurus's backbone compared to other dinosaurs?

• It was shorter

• It was a strange shape

• It was more flexible

• It was heavier