I WONDER - Who Invented Alarm Clocks?

I WONDER - Who Invented Alarm Clocks?

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KG - 6th Grade

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The video discusses the evolution of timekeeping from ancient to modern times. It highlights how the ancient Greeks, particularly the philosopher Plato, invented the first water alarm clock 2500 years ago. The video explains the mechanics of this device, where water drips into a container, creating a whistling noise to signal the time. This method, though complex, was an innovative way to wake up for school in ancient times.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What role did Plato play in the history of alarm clocks?

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How does the mechanism of the water alarm clock differ from modern alarm clocks?

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