How Virtual Reality Headsets Were Built — Questions and answers
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What is Ivan Sutherland trying to create in his lab?
Choices
- A new type of computer
- A window into another world—a computer-generated reality ✓
- A flying car
- A new kind of helmet
Answer: A window into another world—a computer-generated reality
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Why was the early VR helmet called the 'Sword of Damocles'?
Choices
- Because it looked like a sword.
- Because it was very sharp.
- Because it had to be suspended from the ceiling and might fall if the system failed. ✓
- Because it was used to fight battles.
Answer: Because it had to be suspended from the ceiling and might fall if the system failed.
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What was a problem with the early versions of virtual reality that made people sick?
Choices
- The helmets were too small.
- The refresh rates were slow, causing terrible latency. ✓
- The colors were not bright enough.
- There were too many wires.
Answer: The refresh rates were slow, causing terrible latency.
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Who used VR headsets in the 1980s to train astronauts?
Choices
- Doctors
- NASA ✓
- Game developers
- Teachers
Answer: NASA
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What did Elise realize about virtual reality after returning to her bedroom?
Choices
- It was invented by her grandma.
- It went from giant ceiling-mounted contraptions to something she can wear to play games. ✓
- It is only for astronauts.
- It is not as fun as she thought.
Answer: It went from giant ceiling-mounted contraptions to something she can wear to play games.
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How does Elise feel about her virtual world after learning its history?
Choices
- She is confused by it.
- She is sad it took so long to create.
- She understands the incredible journey it took and finds the nebula even more vibrant. ✓
- She thinks it is not as good as old inventions.
Answer: She understands the incredible journey it took and finds the nebula even more vibrant.
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