EMETT'S TIME FOUNTAIN

EMETT'S TIME FOUNTAIN

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Interactive Video

History

KG - University

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The Victoria Centre in Nottingham unveils the Emmett Rhythmical Time Fountain, a whimsical water clock created by Roland Emmett. Standing 23 feet high, it features animated elements like a copper sunflower revealing an orchestra of birds and squirrels, and various animals engaging in playful activities. The fountain, described as an aqua-horological-timpson-abulator, is expected to positively impact Nottingham's economy.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What marks the completion of the Victoria Centre in Nottingham?

The opening of a new cinema

The unveiling of the Emmett Rhythmical Time Fountain

A concert by a famous band

A fireworks display

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is the creator of the Emmett Rhythmical Time Fountain?

Pablo Picasso

Leonardo da Vinci

Salvador Dali

Roland Emmett

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens every hour and half-hour at the water clock?

A parade of animals starts

The clock chimes loudly

A copper sunflower opens to reveal an orchestra

A light show begins

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which animal is depicted riding a flying fish in the water clock?

A rabbit

A squirrel

A frog

A bird

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the expected impact of the water clock on Nottingham?

It will lower pollution levels

It will reduce traffic congestion

It will improve the balance of trade

It will increase tourism