Understanding Magic and Cognition

Understanding Magic and Cognition

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Education

3rd - 5th Grade

Hard

Created by

Amelia Wright

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The video explores whether animals, like humans, can be fooled by magic tricks. Researchers in the UK conducted experiments with Eurasian jays, known for their cognitive abilities, to see if they could be deceived by sleight of hand. The study found that jays were only fooled by tricks involving rapid motion, similar to humans. This research helps understand animal perception and human cognition. The video also highlights LEGO Education's SPIKE Essential, a hands-on STEAM learning solution for young students.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary focus of LEGO Education as mentioned in the video?

To replace traditional classroom teaching

To provide entertainment for children

To inspire teachers and students through hands-on STEAM learning

To sell educational toys

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are magic tricks significant in understanding perception?

They are a form of entertainment

They reveal how humans and animals perceive and are fooled by sleight of hand

They are a part of cultural heritage

They are used in scientific experiments

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What makes Eurasian jays an interesting subject for cognitive studies?

Their ability to mimic human speech

Their complex cognitive abilities similar to humans

Their colorful feathers

Their migratory patterns

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which magic trick successfully fooled the Eurasian jays?

The fast pass

Palming

The French Drop

The disappearing coin

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the experiment with jays and magic tricks suggest about animal perception?

Animals understand all human actions

Animals are not interested in magic

Animals have no perception of magic

Animals can be fooled by tricks based on visual perception gaps

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the LEGO Education SPIKE Essential solution?

To develop critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration skills

To teach students how to build robots

To replace traditional textbooks

To provide a fun way to play with LEGO bricks

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does LEGO Education SPIKE Essential support learning?

By conducting virtual reality classes

By providing online courses

Through hands-on and playful learning experiences

By offering free LEGO sets

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