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Shrinking World

Quiz by James Jennings

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8 questions
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  • Q1
    In the 1920s, how far was great-grandpa Walker allowed to walk on his own?
    Six miles
    Three miles
    Ten miles
    One mile
    30s
  • Q2
    In the 1950s, how far was Grandpa Walker allowed to walk unsupervised?
    Ten miles
    Six miles
    Three miles
    One mile
    30s
  • Q3
    Today, how far is the youngest Walker allowed to walk on his own?
    Three miles
    One mile
    Six miles
    Within sight of his home
    30s
  • Q4
    According to Richard Louv, what is lost when kids are kept under protective house arrest?
    Connection to a larger universe
    A sense of wonder and a sense of community
    Physical and psychological health
    Exploration of the world in their own ways
    30s
  • Q5
    What is the number one reason why kids don't go outside more often, according to the survey by Hofstra University?
    Lack of interest in nature
    Limited options for outdoor activities
    Crime and safety concerns
    Television and video games
    30s
  • Q6
    How do kids today explore the world in their own ways, according to the video?
    Through physical and psychological health
    Through email, digital photography, social networking websites, videos games, and entertainment
    By staying within sight of their homes
    By going on long walks
    30s
  • Q7
    What does the video suggest about the future opportunities for travel?
    They will likely have opportunities to travel farther from home than any generation before them
    Travel opportunities will decrease in the future
    Travel opportunities will remain the same as previous generations
    There will be no change in travel opportunities
    30s
  • Q8
    According to the video, what is still incomparable to modern technology?
    Staying within sight of one's home
    A long walk to the fishing hole
    Being connected to the world through email and social media
    Exploring the world through digital means
    30s

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