Meet the Real Tyrannosaurus rex

The video explores the evolution of our understanding of the T Rex, from its initial discovery to modern interpretations. It discusses the historical misconceptions about its posture and movement, the functionality of its arms and legs, and the ongoing debate about whether it had feathers. New techniques and fossils have reshaped our view of this iconic dinosaur, revealing it as a more complex creature than previously thought.

What was the initial perception of T. Rex when it was first discovered?

• A gentle giant

• A small herbivore

• A fearsome predator

• A flying dinosaur

How did the dinosaur renaissance change the view of T. Rex's posture?

• It was seen as a swimming dinosaur

• It was believed to have a vertical spine

• It was understood to have a horizontal spine

• It was thought to have no tail

What new insight was proposed about T. Rex's tiny arms?

• They could have helped in holding prey

• They were completely useless

• They were used for swimming

• They were used for flying

What was the estimated maximum speed of T. Rex according to recent studies?

• 70 km/h

• 10 km/h

• 50 km/h

• 30 km/h

What recent discovery has sparked debate about T. Rex's appearance?

• Its diet

• Its size

• Its feathered or scaly skin

• Its habitat

Which dinosaur is known as the largest feathered dinosaur discovered yet?

• Velociraptor

• Triceratops

• Stegosaurus

• U Tyrannus

What is the current scientific consensus on T. Rex's feathers?

• The matter is still debated

• It had scales like a fish

• It definitely did not have feathers

• It definitely had feathers