Exploring the Origins of Video Games

Exploring the Origins of Video Games

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

6th - 8th Grade

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Created by

Aiden Montgomery

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The video explores the history of video games, starting from their origins in science labs to their widespread popularity. It highlights key milestones such as the creation of the first video game patent in 1948, Ralph Baer's development of the Odyssey console, and the rise of iconic arcade games like Space Invaders and Pac-Man. The video also discusses Nintendo's introduction of storylines in games with Donkey Kong and the eventual decline of arcade games as home consoles gained popularity.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What year was the earliest U.S. video game patent recorded?

1972

1960

1952

1948

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which game console did Ralph Baer help to create that marked the beginning of video games moving into the living room?

Atari

Odyssey

Nintendo

Sega

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Atari's first major game release in 1972?

Space Invaders

Asteroids

Pac-Man

Pong

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What year did the home version of Pong get released?

1978

1976

1974

1972

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which game is credited with starting the Golden Age of Arcade Games?

Asteroids

Pac-Man

Space Invaders

Donkey Kong

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which company brought Pac-Man to the U.S.?

Nintendo

Atari

Midway

Namco

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant feature did Pac-Man introduce to video games?

Multiplayer

Virtual reality

Licensed characters

3D graphics

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