Kids Invent Stuff: Periscope Hat Quiz

What was the main challenge Ruth faced while starting the periscope hat project?

• Lack of materials

• Working alone due to COVID-19

• Difficulty in understanding the design

• Time constraints

What is the primary function of a periscope?

• To measure distances

• To see around corners or over obstacles

• To magnify distant objects

• To capture images

How does a periscope allow you to see objects that are not directly visible?

• By using mirrors to reflect light

• By using lenses to magnify the image

• By using a prism to bend light

• By using a camera to capture the image

What material did Ruth decide to use for the mirrors in the periscope?

• Metal mirrors

• Plastic mirrors

• Acrylic mirrors

• Glass mirrors

What was the purpose of using different sized pipes in the periscope construction?

• To make the periscope lighter

• To make the periscope extendable

• To make the periscope more colorful

• To make the periscope more durable

What did Ruth use to film herself while building the periscope?

• A handheld camera

• A head-mounted camera

• A drone

• A smartphone

What was the main challenge Ruth faced when painting the periscope?

• Choosing the right color

• Avoiding paint on the mirrors

• Finding the right paint type

• Ensuring the paint dried quickly

What decorative elements did Gabriella want on her periscope hat?

• Stickers

• Plants and flowers

• Feathers

• Lights

What was the humorous feature of the periscope hat's advertisement?

• It claimed to make the wearer invisible

• It promised to enhance domestic surveillance

• It guaranteed to improve eyesight

• It offered a lifetime warranty

What was Sean's reaction to the completed periscope hat?

• He was unaware of its completion

• He was critical of the design

• He was surprised and amused

• He was unimpressed