John Deere and the Steel Plow

John Deere and the Steel Plow

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Science, Business

5th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Lucas Foster

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The video discusses the challenges of traditional farming and introduces John Deere's revolutionary steel plow, which transformed American agriculture. It explains the invention's development, functionality, and its significant impact on farming efficiency and economic growth. The steel plow's popularity and its role in modern agriculture are highlighted, showcasing its lasting influence.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main problem faced by farmers in the beginning?

Pest control issues

Insufficient water supply

Difficulty in plowing fields

Lack of seeds

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who invented the steel plow?

Thomas Edison

John Deere

Alexander Graham Bell

Henry Ford

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was the invention of the steel plow significant?

It helped in pest control

It made planting seeds easier

It revolutionized American agriculture

It improved water irrigation

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main issue with the plows used back East when brought to the Midwest?

They broke easily

They were too heavy

They couldn't handle the thicker soil

They were too expensive

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What material was used to shape the steel plow?

Copper plate

Plastic sheet

Wooden board

Old Sawmill blade

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did John Deere ensure that the damp soil would not stick to the plow?

By using a special coating

By polishing the parts smoothly

By adding a heating element

By using a different metal

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

By 1855, how many plows was John Deere selling per year?

13,000

1,000

5,000

10,000

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