Diplodocus skeleton 'Misty' sold at auction

Diplodocus skeleton 'Misty' sold at auction

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9th - 10th Grade

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Misty the Dipla Dokus, a rare dinosaur skeleton, was excavated in America, assembled in Holland, and sold in Sussex for £400,000. The buyer remains anonymous, but Misty will be displayed publicly in Britain. The skeleton, consisting of 300 pieces with 40% real bones, presents ownership challenges due to its size and complexity. Misty's discovery was accidental, made by the sons of a famous paleontologist. The Dipla Dokus, known for its long neck and tail, was a highlight at the auction, attracting collectors and enthusiasts.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the final auction price for Misty the Diplodocus?

£200,000

£600,000

£800,000

£400,000

2.

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30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of Misty the Diplodocus's bones are real?

50%

40%

30%

20%

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many pieces is the Diplodocus skeleton assembled from?

100

200

300

400

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who accidentally discovered the Diplodocus skeleton?

A team of archaeologists

The sons of a famous paleontologist

A group of tourists

A local farmer

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the primary uses of the Diplodocus's long tail?

For balance

For attracting mates

For swimming

For defense against predators