H&T 1 Unit 7 Lesson 5The Evolution of Amusement and Theme Parks

Medieval European pleasure gardens were known for (a)   .

• Mechanical rides
• Hosting world's fairs
• Dancing, fireworks, and games
• The first roller coasters

Answer explanation

Medieval European pleasure gardens were known for hosting dancing, fireworks, and games, providing entertainment and leisure activities for visitors.

Which location is considered one of the earliest examples of a pleasure garden?

• NY Botanical Garden

• Vauxhall Gardens

• Disneyland

• Coney Island

Answer explanation

Vauxhall Gardens is considered one of the earliest examples of a pleasure garden, making it the correct choice.

Match the following attractions with the events they were the main attraction of.

• Independence Day celebrations

• Firework shows

• Amusement park inaugurations

• Roller coasters

• Early urban transit system openings

• Trolley rides

• World's fairs in the mid-1800s

• Exhibits created by participating countries

Answer explanation

The main attraction of world's fairs in the mid-1800s was the exhibits created by participating countries, showcasing their culture, technology, and achievements.

Where was the first Ferris wheel featured? (a)  

• Atlantic City
• Disneyland
• World's Columbian Exhibition in Chicago
• The Crystal Palace

Answer explanation

The first Ferris wheel was featured at the World's Columbian Exhibition in Chicago, making it the correct choice.

What significant change occurred at the end of the nineteenth century regarding amusement locations?

• They were exclusively for the elite

• They were called 'parks' for the first time

• They were moved indoors

• They began to decline in popularity

Answer explanation

The significant change that occurred at the end of the nineteenth century regarding amusement locations was that they were called 'parks' for the first time.

What is the oldest operating amusement park in the world?

• Disneyland

• Ocean Pier

• Dyrehavsbakken

• Blackgang Chine

Answer explanation

The correct answer is Dyrehavsbakken, which is the oldest operating amusement park in the world.

Which industry is the second-largest buyer of explosives in the United States due to amusement parks?

• Mining

• Construction

• Military

• Theme parks

Answer explanation

Theme parks are the second-largest buyer of explosives in the United States due to their use in creating special effects for rides and attractions.

What unique snack was created at a Disney restaurant in the 1950s?

• Cotton candy

• Popcorn

• Pretzels

• Doritos

Answer explanation

The unique snack created at a Disney restaurant in the 1950s was Doritos, making it the correct choice among the options provided.

What was the theme of the first theme park in the United Kingdom?

• Historical

• Futuristic

• Natural

• Nautical

Answer explanation

The theme of the first theme park in the United Kingdom was 'Natural', focusing on natural landscapes and environments rather than historical, futuristic, or nautical themes.

What helped identify a shift in amusement and theme parks in the mid-twentieth century?

• The decline of family-owned parks

• The opening of Disneyland

• The invention of the roller coaster

• The end of World War II

Answer explanation

The opening of Disneyland helped identify a shift in amusement and theme parks in the mid-twentieth century.