Lost City of Atlantis for Kids | Bedtime History

Lost City of Atlantis for Kids | Bedtime History

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History, Social Studies

1st - 12th Grade

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The video explores the legend of Atlantis, primarily known from Plato's writings. It describes Atlantis as a powerful civilization that eventually fell due to greed and divine retribution. The video examines various theories about its possible real-world locations and discusses whether Atlantis was a historical place or a philosophical allegory. Ultimately, it suggests that Plato used the story to convey lessons about leadership and morality.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is the only known source of the story of Atlantis?

Homer

Plato

Socrates

Aristotle

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main architectural feature of the city of Atlantis?

Three concentric rings of land

A series of pyramids

A single large temple

A massive fortress

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What led to the downfall of the Atlantean civilization according to Plato?

Natural disasters

Internal civil war

A foreign invasion

Economic collapse

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which ancient civilization is often compared to Atlantis due to its similar characteristics?

The Egyptians

The Romans

The Minoans

The Babylonians

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the proposed locations for the real Atlantis?

The Caribbean

Southern Spain

The Himalayas

The Sahara Desert

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What moral lesson might Plato have intended with the story of Atlantis?

The need for military strength

The importance of technological advancement

The value of wise and just leadership

The benefits of economic prosperity

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the story of Atlantis suggest about the consequences of greed and tyranny?

They lead to economic growth

They result in social harmony

They cause the downfall of civilizations

They are necessary for political power