Below are several homework options. You are able to complete up to 60 points per assignment. You may pick and choose which sections you do. You may complete more than 60 points, but only the first 60 points completed will count towards your score.
Sending in Your Assignment:
Please send your completed homework to [email protected] by January 15th.
In the subject line please write - Your HOL Name - HoT - Assignment 3
Multiple Choice - Worth 5 Points
Each question is worth 1 point each.
1) Which ancient society used animal organs as the first balloons? A) Aztecs B) China C) Australia D) Egyptians
2) In what year did the Montgolfier brothers come up with the idea for the hot air balloon? A) 1871 B) 1872 C) 1873 D) 1874
3) Who was NOT one of the first to ride in a hot air balloon? A) A duck B) A sheep C) A rooster D) A human
4) What did Michael Farraday use to keep sheets of rubber from sticking together? A) Cornstarch B) Tissue paper C) Flour D) Oil
5) When did the art of twisting balloons become prevelant? A) 1920's and 30's B) 1880's and 90's C) 1980's and 90's D) 1930's and 40's
Short Answer - Worth 10 Points
Each question is worth 2 points. Please write in complete sentences and do NOT copy directly from the lesson.
1. Why did the Aztecs inflate animal organs? 2. Who did the Montgolfier brothers try and impress with their invention? Did they succeed? 3. What kind of animals did the Aztecs sacrifice? 4. What inspired the Montgolfier brothers to make their balloon? 5. 1907 was a big year for balloons, why is that?
Additional Research - Worth 15 Points
There's a lot of fun history about balloons out there. Research balloons a little more and write at least 150 words about your findings. Your research much be about things not covered in the lesson itself. Make sure to cite your sources!
Extra! Extra! Read All About It! - Worth 15 or 30 Points
It must have been quite a sight to see a giant balloon floating overhead! I want you to take the role of a newspaper reporter in 1782, and write a short article describing the first ever hot air balloon flight in France! Do you think it's a revolutionizing invention, or is this some cockamamie idea that will amount to nothing? Your call! (While facts are important in journalism, let's say you don't adhere to those rules, feel free to give the readers your opinion!)
For 15 points, please make sure your article is at least 150 words. For 30 points, please make sure you article is at least 300 words and includes at least 2 quotes from bystanders! (You know, people you made up.)
Class Discussion - Worth 10 Points
On the HOL Forum, please respond to the Lesson 3 Discussion topic found here.
Answer the following questions:
1. Balloons have been around for quite a while, what is your favorite use for balloons? (I suggest you research further into balloon usage. You may find something else cool! Example: Balloons used in war, The Macy's Thanksgiving day parade, etc.) 2. If you had the ability and resources to make anything out of balloons, what would you make and why?
Your response should be at least 100 words.
Do It Yourself - Worth 20 Points
Make a balloon animal! There are tons of balloon twisting tutorials out there, find one and follow it and attempt to make your own balloon animal/creation. Send me a photo of your completed project with your HOL name included in the photo for full credit! (I'll be investigating to make sure you didn't track down a clown to make it for you!)
Let's Play - Worth 10 Points
Play a balloon game with me! Play this game HERE. Collect 40 balloons in a single game and send me a screenshot to earn full credit for this option.