Building and Testing a Boat

Building and Testing a Boat

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Arts, Design

6th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Mia Campbell

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The video tutorial demonstrates building a boat using reeds. It covers gathering materials, constructing the boat by binding reeds, and creating a paddle through woodworking. The process includes testing the boat's stability and buoyancy, highlighting the benefits of using natural materials and encouraging new growth in the environment.

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9 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason the narrator wants to build a boat?

To practice woodworking

To explore the pond

To save time walking

To catch fish

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are reeds chosen as the material for the boat?

They are lightweight and buoyant

They are easy to find

They are strong and durable

They are waterproof

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What environmental benefit does clearing dead weeds provide?

It reduces soil erosion

It encourages new plant growth

It improves water quality

It attracts wildlife

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the narrator's main concern while binding the bundles?

The length of the reeds

The color of the reeds

The stability of the boat

The weight of the boat

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the narrator hope to find by dropping down an elevation?

A larger pond

New plant growth

Better weather

More reeds

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What activity does the narrator find meditative?

Fishing

Swimming

Woodworking

Hiking

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of creating a suitable pad?

To improve buoyancy

To store supplies

To sit comfortably

To protect the boat

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the final test for the boat?

Its speed

Its durability

Its ability to float

Its appearance

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the narrator feel about the boat's performance?

Disappointed

Satisfied

Worried

Indifferent