Steamboat Arabia and Its Historical Significance

Steamboat Arabia and Its Historical Significance

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Geography

6th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jackson Turner

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The video details the story of the steamboat Arabia, which sank in 1856 in the Missouri River. It was discovered in a cornfield in 1988, leading to an excavation that unearthed well-preserved artifacts. These artifacts are now displayed in a museum, showcasing the history of the 1850s and the development of the American West. The video also discusses future plans to excavate other steamboats to further explore the history of river travel.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What caused the Steamboat Arabia to sink in the Missouri River?

A tree snag

A storm

A mechanical failure

A collision with another boat

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How was the location of the Steamboat Arabia discovered?

Through historical documents

By local farmers

Using a magnetometer

By aerial photography

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What surprising items were found during the excavation of the Arabia?

Rare gemstones

Preserved food products

Ancient manuscripts

Gold coins

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When did the museum dedicated to the Steamboat Arabia open?

1988

1990

1993

1991

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the museum's future goal regarding its collection?

To sell the artifacts

To include six boats from different decades

To focus solely on the Arabia

To move the collection to a new location

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the museum's collection primarily represent?

The development of the American West

The art of the 19th century

The evolution of steamboat technology

The history of European trade

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What types of items were found in the Arabia's cargo hold?

Champagnes and spirits

Weapons and ammunition

Textiles and fabrics

Precious metals

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