Nick of Time

Nick of Time

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Interactive Video

Science, Physical Ed

11th Grade - University

Hard

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The video features a discussion about a race where Pete narrowly wins. The conversation shifts to explaining the phrase 'nick of time,' detailing its historical origin from scoring in games. The video concludes with a playful challenge, emphasizing the need for speed and timing.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the race discussed in the video?

The speaker won the race.

The speaker lost by a large margin.

The speaker lost by a small margin.

The race was a tie.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the phrase 'in the nick of time' mean?

Winning a race by a large margin.

Finishing a task early.

Arriving just at the right moment.

Being late to an event.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was mistakenly thought to be slow in the race?

The narrator

The speaker

Nick

Pete

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the original method of keeping score in games?

Counting with fingers.

Writing on paper.

Using a stopwatch.

Making cuts in wood.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the phrase 'nick in time' refer to?

A slow performance.

A last-minute score.

A musical note.

A quick race.