Sundials and Time-Telling History

Sundials and Time-Telling History

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Science, Arts

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video tutorial, presented by Jen, explores a facsimile of a pocket sundial found on the Mary Rose, King Henry VII's flagship that sank in 1545. The tutorial covers the sundial's exterior and interior features, including its materials, design, and functionality. Jen demonstrates how the sundial works, discusses its historical significance, and highlights its limitations due to geographical differences. The video concludes with a reflection on the sundial's role in Tudor times and a call to action for viewers to engage with the content.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the Mary Rose?

A type of flower

A historical building

A famous painting

King Henry VII's flagship

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What material was the original sundial's exterior likely made from?

Pinewood

Oakwood

Boxwood

Mahogany

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the original mirror inside the sundial made of?

Gold

Silver

Bronze

Copper

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a likely reason for using a modern mirror in the facsimile?

It was more durable

It was more decorative

It required less polishing

It was cheaper

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the gnomon in the sundial?

To create a shadow for time-telling

To reflect light

To hold the sundial together

To decorate the sundial

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why might the sundial not tell accurate time in England?

It was too old

It was broken

It was missing parts

It was set for a different latitude

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where were the original sundials made?

Rome

Nuremberg

London

Paris

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