CLEAN: Bird book sets new world record at London auction

The video covers a range of topics, starting with an auction of a significant historical work and its potential to exceed previous sales. It highlights the importance of the Shakespeare First Folio, which preserved many of his plays. The video also discusses documents related to Mary, Queen of Scots' imprisonment, providing insights into historical archives. The latter part of the video includes various unrelated discussions, touching on topics like natural history and index cards.

What was unique about the book that attempted to illustrate the birds of America?

• It was the smallest book ever published.

• It was the first book to be auctioned for $8 million.

• It was the first book to use color printing.

• It was the first book to depict birds life-size.

Why is the Shakespeare First Folio considered significant?

• It was the first book to include illustrations.

• It was the first book to be translated into multiple languages.

• It was the first collection of Shakespeare's plays printed together.

• It was the first book printed in England.

Which of the following plays would be missing without the Shakespeare First Folio?

• Hamlet

• Macbeth

• Romeo and Juliet

• The Tempest

Who was responsible for the imprisonment of Mary, Queen of Scots?

• William Cecil

• Francis Walsingham

• Ralph Sadler

• Robert Dudley

What do the documents related to Mary, Queen of Scots include?

• Instructions from Queen Elizabeth I

• Poems written by Mary

• Letters from Mary to her family

• Maps of Scotland