Roller Coaster Design and History

Roller Coaster Design and History

Assessment

Interactive Video

Physics, History, Science

5th - 6th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

FREE Resource

The video explores the excitement and history of roller coasters, from their origins in Russia to modern advancements worldwide. It highlights the thrill of riding roller coasters, the historical development in France and the USA, and the modern engineering feats in Japan and New Jersey. Safety and physics are emphasized, ensuring secure and exhilarating experiences.

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7 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main appeal of roller coasters according to the introduction?

Their cultural impact

Their historical significance

The thrill of speed and adventure

The engineering behind them

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did the concept of roller coasters originate?

United States

Germany

Russia

Japan

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the first roller coaster in France known for?

Being the tallest

Using coal as a power source

Having sloped tracks and carts

Being the fastest

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial purpose of the first roller coaster in the United States?

To entertain miners

To transport coal efficiently

To test new engineering techniques

To attract tourists

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which country is home to an 8,000-foot-long roller coaster?

Germany

Japan

China

United States

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key consideration in the design of modern roller coasters?

Aesthetic appeal

Safety and physics

Cost efficiency

Environmental impact

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What experience do modern roller coasters promise?

A cultural exploration

A zero-gravity thrill

A scenic view

A historical journey