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Space Needle Trivia Questions

Space Needle Trivia Questions

Assessment

Interactive Video

Physics

9th - 10th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Lucas Foster

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The video explores the Space Needle, a Seattle icon, detailing its history, design, and engineering marvels. Originally sketched as a balloon, it was completed in 1961 and became the tallest structure west of the Mississippi. The engineering precision allows a minimal motor to rotate its restaurant. During the 1962 World's Fair, a gas torch was replaced by an aviation beacon for safety. The video also covers the thrilling climb up the spire, offering breathtaking views of Seattle.

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9 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unique design feature does the Space Needle have?

A spiral staircase

A glass floor

A rooftop garden

A rotating restaurant

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When was the Space Needle completed?

1960

1961

1963

1962

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the original design of the Space Needle compared to?

A giant teddy balloon

A skyscraper

A lighthouse

A rocket ship

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What replaced the natural gas torch on the Space Needle?

A lightning rod

A weather vane

An aviation beacon

A solar panel

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much horsepower is needed to rotate the restaurant on top of the Space Needle?

Two and a half

Two

One and a half

One

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What helps seaplanes avoid collisions with the Space Needle?

A warning siren

A control tower

A powerful beacon

A radar system

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much does the Space Needle sway for every 10 miles per hour of wind?

Half an inch

One inch

Two inches

Three inches

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