Inventions
Who invented the telephone?
Alexander Graham Bell
What is the capital city of Canada?
Ottawa
What does the word "escapism" mean?
Escaping from everyday problems through entertainment or imagination.
What is a commercial?
An advertisement that promotes a product or service.
What is the name of Huck's father?
Pappy
Which invention allows people to browse websites and send emails?
The Internet
Which ocean lies north of Canada?
The Arctic Ocean
Which of these can be a form of escapism and why: reading books, playing video games, or watching movies?
All of them
What is the main purpose of commercials?
To persuade people to buy something.
Why is Jim hiding?
Because he has escaped slavery and is seeking freedom.
What was invented first: the airplane or the smartphone?
The airplane
What is the name of the indigenous people traditionally living in the Arctic regions of Canada?
The Inuit
Why do people sometimes seek escapism?
To relax, avoid stress, or forget problems temporarily.
What emotions do commercials often try to create?
Happiness, excitement, fear, nostalgia, etc.
How does Huck's opinion of Jim change throughout the story?
He grows from seeing Jim as a slave to seeing him as a friend and equal.
Which invention by Thomas Edison made electric lighting practical in homes?
The light bulb
Why is climate change a major issue in the Arctic?
Because the ice is melting and wildlife habitats are disappearing.
Can escapism be both positive and negative and why?
Good answer
What is a slogan?
A short, memorable phrase used in advertising.
Why is Huckleberry Finn still studied in schools today?
Because it explores important themes such as freedom, racism, morality, and friendship.
Which invention has had the greatest impact on communication in the 21st century?
Smartphones, social media, the Internet etc.
Name two animals that live in the Arctic.
Polar bears, Arctic foxes, seals, walruses, etc.
When does escapism become unhealthy?
When people use it to avoid real-life responsibilities or problems for too long.
Why do companies use celebrities in commercials?
To attract attention and make people trust or remember the product.
Huck says he would rather "go to hell" than betray Jim. What does this show about Huck's character?
He chooses his friendship and his own sense of right and wrong over society's rules.