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 4
Multiple Choice - Worth 5 Points
Each question is worth 1 point each.
1) When did the first scissors show up? A) 1,000 - 2,000 years ago B) 2,000 - 3,000 years ago C) 3,000 - 4,000 years ago D) 4,000 - 5,000 years ago
2) What kind of scissors were used in Mesopotamia? A) Spring Loaded B) Pivoted Scissors C) Cross Bladed D) The Severing Charm
3) Which civilization is credited with making the first "modern" scissors? A) The Egyptians B) The Aztecs C) The Romans D) The Cavemen
4) In what year did we start adding plastic handles to scissors? A) 1830 B) 1663 C) 1967 D) 1776
5) When should a woman place scissors under her pillow during her pregnancy according to legend? A) During the 8th month B) During the 6th month C) Once she gets pregnant D) During the 9th month
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. Who is considered the father of modern scissors and why? 2. What was one of the downsides of Roman and Mesopotamian scissors? 3. Who invented the severing charm and why? 4. What did the Hangzhou Zhang Xiaoquan Company do to make their scissors stronger? 5. How did the company Fiskars get its name?
Additional Research - Worth 15 Points
There's a lot of fun history about scissors out there. Research scissors 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!
Class Discussion - Worth 10 Points
On the HOL Forum, please respond to the Lesson 4 Discussion topic found here.
Answer the following questions:
1. Scissors are a game changing invention! What do you think would have been the hardest thing to cut before scissors and why? 2. Find a type of specialty scissors and tell us about them! The weirder the better!
Your response should be at least 100 words.
Graphics - Worth 15 Points (can complete twice!)
You may earn up to 30 points in this option should you choose to complete BOTH options. Complete only one and it is worth 15 points.
Option A: Pick a scissor maker from the lesson and make an advertisement for them about their scissors! (This includes the Mesopotamians and Romans too.) Your submission can be either a graphic or a drawing. Make sure it is all original though! Graphics should be at least 500x500px and sent as a link and not as an attachment.
Option B: Make a poster about one of the superstitions mentioned in the lesson or another scissor related superstition you found online. (Yes, not running with scissors counts for this too!) Your submission can be either a graphic or a drawing. Make sure it is all original though! Graphics should be at least 500x500px and sent as a link and not as an attachment.
Do It Yourself - Worth 20 Points
Break out those scissors it's time to get cutting! For this DIY challenge, I want you to cut out snowflakes! Don't know how? Here's a tutorial on how to do so. (You don't have to flatten yours or anything special.)
I want you to cut out 10 snowflakes and send me a photo of them (in a link form please!). Remember, no two snowflakes are alike, so neither should yours! Get creative with them! Try new patterns and see what cool creations you can make!
Let's Play - Worth 10 Points
Scissors are an important part of the game Rock, Paper, Scissors. (obviously.) Win a game of Rock, Paper Scissors and send me a screenshot of you crushing your opponent in this game of ultimate skill. (jk it's pretty easy). Here's an online version I found where you can play against a random opponent or it lets you send a link to a friend and you can play that way.