Penguins become webcam sensation

Penguins become webcam sensation

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Interactive Video

Biology, Science, Other

6th - 7th Grade

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Edinburgh Zoo's penguins have become internet sensations, gaining global attention through their Penguin Cam. The zoo's closure due to a big freeze led to a surge in online interest, with the Penguin Cam becoming a top Twitter search. The penguins, including the knighted Sir Nils Olav, enjoy playing in the snow, which keeps them active. This online popularity has been a significant boost for the zoo during a challenging time.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event led the Edinburgh Zoo to promote their Penguin webcam on Twitter?

A big freeze forced the zoo to shut down.

The zoo was celebrating its anniversary.

The zoo was undergoing renovations.

A new penguin species was discovered.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which penguin at Edinburgh Zoo holds a unique military rank and title?

Colonel Gentoo

King Arthur

Sir Nils Olav

Captain Rockhopper

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the title held by Sir Nils Olav?

Commander of the Zoo Forces

Admiral of the Antarctic Fleet

Colonel in Chief of the Kingsguard of Norway

General of the Penguin Army

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the Penguin Cam impact the zoo during a tough time of year?

It caused the zoo to close temporarily.

It became one of the UK's top Twitter searches.

It led to the discovery of a new penguin species.

It resulted in a decrease in zoo visitors.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

At what rate was the Penguin Cam being retweeted at its peak?

10 times a minute

5 times a minute

20 times a minute

15 times a minute