Famous Firsts and Earthquake Facts

Famous Firsts and Earthquake Facts

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science

6th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Emma Peterson

FREE Resource

The video begins with a motivational quote from Amelia Earhart, emphasizing the importance of taking action. It then delves into the issue of space junk, highlighting the risks it poses to space exploration and the efforts by companies like Deorbit to address these challenges. The video shifts focus to earthquake preparedness in California, discussing the state's seismic activity and the importance of planning for future earthquakes. Finally, it introduces the world's smallest Rubik's Cube, showcasing Japanese craftsmanship and innovation.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean?

Amelia Earhart

Marie Curie

Rosa Parks

Jane Goodall

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is space junk?

Meteorites that have landed on Earth

Comets orbiting the Earth

Man-made objects no longer in use in space

Natural debris from asteroids

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which company is working on capturing and recycling space junk?

NASA

deorbit

Blue Origin

SpaceX

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did the largest earthquake in US history occur?

California

Hawaii

Alaska

Washington

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the magnitude of the largest earthquake recorded in US history?

6.9

8.5

9.2

7.8

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the name of California's largest and most famous fault?

Garlock

Calaveras

Hayward

San Andreas

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary reason for designing buildings to withstand earthquakes?

To make them more energy-efficient

To protect against inevitable earthquakes

To ensure they last longer

To prevent any damage

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