Cassie's Urban Adventures and Perspectives

Cassie's Urban Adventures and Perspectives

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

3rd - 4th Grade

Hard

Created by

Richard Gonzalez

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The video explores the concept of 'tar beach,' a rooftop in New York City, and tells the story of Cassie Louise Lightfoot, an eight-year-old girl who dreams of owning the city and its landmarks. Through her imagination, Cassie experiences freedom and envisions a better future for her family. The story highlights themes of aspiration, freedom, and the significance of the George Washington Bridge.

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27 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a 'tar beach' as described in the video?

A type of urban garden

A park in New York City

A rooftop area in the city

A beach made of tar

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are rooftops in the city described as perfect to walk on?

They have safety railings

They are covered in grass

They are broad and flat with walls

They are made of soft material

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Cassie say about the rooftops in the city?

They are dangerous

They are like islands in the sky

They are crowded

They are noisy

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the narrator compare the distant skyscrapers to?

Floating clouds

Tall trees

Toy models

Giant mountains

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What structures supply water to tall buildings in the city?

Fountains

Water towers

Pipes

Reservoirs

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Cassie compare the streets to from the rooftop?

A jungle

Matchbox cars and ants

A maze

A river

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is Cassie Louise Lightfoot?

A famous architect

A city tour guide

A young girl with dreams

A rooftop gardener

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