Iowa's Historical and Athletic Significance

Iowa's Historical and Athletic Significance

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

4th - 5th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video introduces Herbert Hoover, the 31st President of the United States, who was born in West Branch, Iowa. It highlights the Herbert Hoover Presidential Library and Museum, where visitors can learn about his life and presidency. The video also discusses Hooverball, a game invented to keep President Hoover fit. The video concludes by encouraging viewers to explore more about Iowa's only president.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which U.S. president was born in Iowa and is also buried there?

Theodore Roosevelt

Herbert Hoover

Franklin D. Roosevelt

Abraham Lincoln

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where is the Herbert Hoover Presidential Library and Museum located?

Iowa City

West Branch

Des Moines

Cedar Rapids

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unique game was invented to help President Hoover stay fit?

Hooverball

Presidential Tennis

White House Volleyball

Medicine Ball Toss

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What two sports were combined to create Hooverball?

Baseball and Football

Rugby and Cricket

Tennis and Volleyball

Basketball and Soccer

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary purpose of Hooverball?

To improve strategic thinking

To promote teamwork

To entertain guests

To maintain physical fitness

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is emphasized about Iowa in the conclusion of the video?

Its educational institutions

Its rich historical stories

Its technological advancements

Its agricultural achievements