STEMExplore Paleontologist: Exploring Dinosaur Bones

STEMExplore Paleontologist: Exploring Dinosaur Bones

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Biology, Geography, Science

10th - 12th Grade

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The video features a discussion on paleontology, focusing on dinosaur bones and fossils. The speaker shares experiences from international fieldwork and highlights the significance of dinosaur tracks, including a raptor trackway. Advice is given on becoming a paleontologist, emphasizing the importance of observing the world and learning various sciences.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary focus of the speaker's work?

Exploring national parks for dinosaur fossils

Studying marine life

Developing new technology

Teaching geology in schools

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which countries has the speaker worked in for paleontological research?

Egypt and South Africa

China, Spain, Mexico, and Mongolia

Australia and New Zealand

Brazil and Argentina

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the raptor trackway mentioned by the speaker?

It is the largest dinosaur trackway ever found

It inspired the creation of a fictional animal in Jurassic Park

It was discovered in Antarctica

It was the first dinosaur discovered

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the key pieces of advice given for aspiring paleontologists?

Avoid watching documentaries

Focus solely on biology

Ignore seasonal changes

Observe the world around you

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the speaker, what is essential for a paleontologist to learn in school?

Only mathematics

Only history

All sciences

Only art