Amphibians, Elections, and Space Missions

The video covers the upcoming 2022 U.S. midterm elections, explaining their importance and potential impact on Congress. It includes a trivia segment about James Madison, the father of the U.S. Constitution. The video also discusses NASA's DART mission, which aims to test planetary defense by redirecting an asteroid's moonlet. Joel Sartori's Photo Ark project is highlighted, showcasing his efforts to photograph species in captivity for conservation. Lastly, the concept of a futuristic nuclear-powered flying hotel is introduced.

What is the primary purpose of the U.S. midterm elections?

• To elect a new president

• To decide on foreign policy

• To vote on state laws

• To elect representatives in Congress

Which political party currently controls both the House and the Senate?

• Green Party

• Libertarian Party

• Democratic Party

• Republican Party

What is the goal of NASA's DART mission?

• To explore Mars

• To redirect an asteroid's moon

• To land on the moon

• To study the sun

What is the name of the asteroid targeted by the DART mission?

• Didimos

• Apophis

• Eros

• Bennu

Who is Joel Sartori?

• A space engineer

• A NASA scientist

• A film director

• A wildlife photographer

What is the main objective of the Photo Ark project?

• To create a documentary film

• To photograph landscapes

• To capture every species in captivity

• To document every species in the wild

What percentage of amphibians could disappear in the next 50 years according to Joel Sartori?

• 70-80%

• 50-60%

• 30-40%

• 10-20%

What is the futuristic concept discussed in the video?

• A flying car

• A teleportation device

• A nuclear-powered flying hotel

• A space elevator

How many passengers could the flying hotel potentially hold?

• 10,000

• 5,000

• 3,000

• 1,000

What is a major challenge in building the flying hotel?

• Lack of funding

• No existing runway big enough

• Insufficient interest

• Environmental concerns