Understanding Handshakes and Their History
Interactive Video
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Social Studies
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9th - 10th Grade
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Practice Problem
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Hard
Jennifer Brown
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10 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was one of the main reasons Dr. Anthony Fauci suggested ending handshakes?
To introduce new greeting methods
To encourage fist bumps
To reduce the spread of germs
To promote social distancing
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are the two primary reasons people shake hands?
To show dominance and power
For greetings and to make agreements
To demonstrate cultural superiority
To express love and affection
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which ancient civilization is known to have practiced handshakes as early as the 5th Century BC?
Babylonians
Greeks
Assyrians
Romans
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the original purpose of handshakes according to some historians?
To show peace by demonstrating no weapons
To mark territorial boundaries
To establish trade agreements
To signify friendship
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which group is credited with influencing the modern handshake?
The Babylonians
The Quakers
The Greeks
The Romans
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a common greeting alternative in Japan?
High five
Fist bump
Bow
Handshake
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What greeting method has gained popularity during the pandemic?
High five
Handshake
Fist bump
Elbow bump
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