Dinosaurs - How Dinosaurs got their names

Dinosaurs - How Dinosaurs got their names

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Interactive Video

Geography, Science

10th - 12th Grade

Hard

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The video tutorial explores how dinosaurs are named, often based on their characteristics or discoverers. It delves into dinosaur anatomy, highlighting their erect posture and unique hip structure, which allowed efficient movement. The diversity among dinosaur species is emphasized, showcasing their varied sizes, diets, and features. Finally, the evolution of dinosaurs from primitive to advanced species is discussed, including some of the top predators.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which dinosaur was named after the province where it was first discovered?

Kentrosaurus

Quantasaurus

Albertosaurus

Bambi Asaurus

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What advantage did dinosaurs have due to their erect posture?

Faster swimming

Stronger bite

Efficient movement

Better vision

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do dinosaur hips contribute to their movement?

They enable forward and backward leg swings

They allow side-to-side movement

They help dinosaurs climb trees

They make dinosaurs jump higher

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Approximately how many types of dinosaurs have scientists identified?

860

500

1000

1200

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a notable feature of some plant-eating dinosaurs?

Long tails

Feathered wings

Hundreds of closely packed teeth

Sharp claws