The Family Making Sure Your Bread Stays Fresh

The Family Making Sure Your Bread Stays Fresh

Assessment

Interactive Video

Business

6th - 7th Grade

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video explores the story of Quickluck, a small plastic bag closure invented in Yakima, Washington. The Paxton sisters, Stephanie, Kimberly, and Melissa, run the Quickluck Corporation, which sells billions of these closures globally. The invention dates back to their grandfather, Floyd Paxton, who is said to have crafted the first Quickluck from a credit card. Despite competition from wire ties, Quickluck has become a staple in packaging worldwide, demonstrating the significant impact of this simple invention.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where is the Quickluck Corporation located?

Seattle, Washington

Spokane, Washington

Portland, Oregon

Yakima, Washington

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who are the key figures behind the Quickluck Corporation?

The Johnson family

The Smith sisters

The Paxton sisters

The Paxton brothers

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the origin story of the Quickluck invention?

It was discovered by accident.

It was whittled from a credit card.

It was carved from a piece of wood.

It was designed by a team of engineers.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main competitor to Quickluck's bag closures?

Velcro strips

Plastic clips

Wire ties

Rubber bands

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How has the Quickluck product impacted the market?

It is a niche product with limited use.

It is primarily used in the fashion industry.

It is sold globally and internationally.

It is only used locally in Yakima.