Adam Savage: My obsession with objects and the stories they tell

The video explores the speaker's journey of creating replicas of historical objects, starting with a dodo skeleton and moving to the Maltese Falcon. The speaker shares their obsession with objects and the stories they tell, detailing the research and craftsmanship involved in replicating these items. Challenges in achieving accuracy and the satisfaction of completing these projects are highlighted.

What was the significance of the dodo bones found in Mauritius?

• They were the first dodo bones ever discovered.

• They could help assemble a complete dodo skeleton.

• They were the largest collection of dodo bones.

• They were found in a museum in London.

Why did the British Museum burn most of their dodo specimen?

• To save space.

• To preserve it better.

• It was damaged beyond repair.

• It was stolen.

What inspired the narrator to create a dodo skeleton?

• A gift from a friend.

• A documentary on dodos.

• A photograph in an article.

• A visit to the Natural History Museum.

What was the narrator's profession that helped in creating the dodo skeleton?

• Archaeologist

• Sculptor

• Painter

• Model maker

What is the 'Kniphausen Hawk' in relation to the Maltese Falcon?

• A fictional bird in a novel.

• A ceremonial vessel that inspired the Maltese Falcon.

• A type of bird found in Malta.

• A character in a movie.

What material was controversial for the Maltese Falcon prop?

• Wood

• Metal

• Resin

• Plastic

What was the main issue with the narrator's resin Maltese Falcon?

• It was too large.

• It was too light.

• It was too heavy.

• It was the wrong color.

How did the narrator plan to address the size issue of the Falcon replica?

• By using a different mold.

• By adding more resin.

• By creating a 3D scan and enlarging it.

• By painting it a different color.

What unusual step did the narrator take to wrap the Falcon like in the movie?

• Used a cloth from the movie set.

• Used a plastic wrap.

• Bought a 1941 newspaper.

• Used a modern newspaper.

What does the narrator reflect on at the end of the project?

• The importance of finishing quickly.

• The need for more resources.

• The desire to sell the replica.

• The journey being more important than the destination.