The Story of Radithor and Ebenezer Byers

The Story of Radithor and Ebenezer Byers

Assessment

Interactive Video

Chemistry

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jennifer Brown

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial effect of Radithor on Ebenezer Byers?

It had no effect on his condition.

It made him feel energized and pain-free.

It caused immediate health deterioration.

It worsened his arm injury.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who invented Radithor and what was falsely claimed about it?

A doctor in Pittsburgh; it was claimed to improve sleep.

Ebenezer Byers; it was claimed to boost energy.

Alexander Byers; it was claimed to be a pain reliever.

William Bailey; it was claimed to cure various ailments.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What severe health issues did Byers experience after consuming Radithor?

He had improved health and vitality.

He experienced weight loss and tooth decay.

He suffered from weight gain and insomnia.

He developed skin rashes and fever.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the cause of Ebenezer Byers' death?

Natural causes due to old age.

A car accident.

Radium poisoning from Radithor.

A heart attack.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the public reaction to Byers' death and the investigation into Radithor?

Radithor was immediately banned worldwide.

Many continued to believe in radium's healing powers.

The inventor was jailed for life.

Radithor was proven to be safe.