The infamous 11 foot 8 bridge, a crash course in mayhem

The infamous 11 foot 8 bridge, a crash course in mayhem

Assessment

Interactive Video

Arts, Architecture, Engineering, Other

11th Grade - University

Hard

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The video explores the phenomenon of schadenfreude through the lens of the 11 foot 8 bridge, known for its frequent truck crashes. Jurgen Hen, who records these incidents, has gained fame for his website documenting the crashes. The video also delves into the concept of crash art, which is made from the wreckage and is popular among fans. Despite the clear marking of the bridge's low clearance, structural changes are deemed too costly, leaving the responsibility to drivers. Jurgen expresses a desire for a solution to prevent future crashes.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What emotion is described as watching someone else experience misfortune?

Empathy

Schadenfreude

Sympathy

Compassion

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is known as the '11 foot 8 guy'?

David Brown

Jurgen Hen

Michael Smith

John Doe

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary content of the 11 foot 8 website?

Weather forecasts

Local news

Truck crash videos

Traffic updates

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is 'Crash Art' made from?

Steel

Plastic

Wood

Aluminum

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why hasn't the town modified the 11 foot 8 bridge?

Legal restrictions

No available technology

High cost

Lack of interest