Ted talks

• Engels
• Voortgezet speciaal onderwijs
• Leerroute 5

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Answer the questions of the short Ted talk

Why does Kayla Wolf argue that every world map is "wrong"?

1. Maps fail to include all known geographical features.
2. Maps cannot represent a 3D globe accurately in 2D.
3. Maps are based on outdated data about continents and oceans.
4. Maps intentionally distort regions for political purposes.

What is a major distortion caused by the Mercator projection?

1. It exaggerates the size of areas near the poles.
2. It compresses the size of equatorial regions.
3. It eliminates smaller landmasses.
4. It changes the shapes of continents.

What is a significant downside of the Gall-Peters projection?

1. It distorts shapes while preserving size.
2. It is difficult to use for navigation.
3. It excludes certain geographical features.
4. It misrepresents distances between continents.

What does Kayla Wolf emphasize about choosing a map projection?

1. Only modern projections should be used.
2. There is no perfect map; the choice depends on the purpose.
3. All map projections are equally flawed and irrelevant.
4. The Mercator projection is the best choice for all uses.

What event sparked Achilles' participation in the Trojan War?

1. The prophecy about the fall of Troy
2. A personal insult from King Agamemnon
3. The death of his companion, Patroclus
4. The theft of Helen by Paris

How was Achilles made nearly invincible?

1. He was given armor forged by the gods.
2. He was dipped in the River Styx by his mother.
3. He drank a potion from the Oracle of Delphi.
4. He trained with the centaur Chiron.

What role does Patroclus play in Achilles' story?

1. He is Achilles' rival in battle.
2. He is the prophet who warns Achilles of his fate.
3. He is Achilles' closest friend and companion.
4. He is a soldier who betrays Achilles.

What motivates Achilles to rejoin the Trojan War after withdrawing in anger?

1. A plea from King Priam.
2. The death of his friend Patroclus.
3. A direct insult from Hector.
4. A prophecy about his own glory.

How does Achilles die?

1. In a duel with Hector.
2. In a battle against the gods.
3. By a curse from the River Styx.
4. By an arrow shot by Paris.

What is the primary focus of Shannon Odell's TED Talk?

1. The physical effects of stress on the body.
2. Understanding and managing stress more effectively.
3. The historical evolution of stress in humans.
4. Techniques for avoiding stressful situations.

According to Shannon Odell, what is the primary purpose of stress?

1. To help us respond to immediate challenges.
2. To warn us about future problems.
3. To encourage rest and recovery.
4. To maintain long-term motivation.

How does Shannon Odell propose we can change our perception of stress to make it more manageable?