Giant's Causeway: Myths and Facts

Giant's Causeway: Myths and Facts

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Geography, History

6th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Lucas Foster

Used 1+ times

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The video explores the Giant's Causeway in Northern Ireland, a site of both scientific and mythological significance. It delves into the legend of Finn McCool, an Irish giant who supposedly built the causeway to Scotland. The scientific perspective is provided by geologist Patrick McKeever, who explains the formation of the basalt columns through volcanic activity 60 million years ago. The site has been a major tourist attraction since the 1800s, captivating visitors with its unique geological features and rich cultural stories.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Giant's Causeway known for?

A famous castle in Ireland

A geological and mythological site

A historic battlefield

A popular Irish festival

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is the mythical giant associated with the Giant's Causeway?

Balor

Finn McCool

Cú Chulainn

Lugh

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Finn McCool use to build the causeway according to the myth?

Material left by volcanoes

Stones from a nearby quarry

Magic spells

Wood from ancient trees

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to scientists, how was the Giant's Causeway formed?

By a volcanic event

Through erosion by the sea

By a massive earthquake

By glacial movements

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What natural process is compared to the formation of the basalt columns?

The drying of wet mud

The growth of crystals

The melting of ice

The freezing of water

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long ago do scientists believe the Giant's Causeway was formed?

60 million years ago

200 million years ago

10 million years ago

100 million years ago

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Since when has the Giant's Causeway been a major tourist destination?

Since the 1900s

Since the 1800s

Since the 1500s

Since the 1700s

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