How Virtual Reality Headsets Were Built — Questions and answers

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What is Ivan Sutherland trying to create in his lab?

Choices

  1. A new type of computer
  2. A window into another world—a computer-generated reality ✓
  3. A flying car
  4. 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

  1. Because it looked like a sword.
  2. Because it was very sharp.
  3. Because it had to be suspended from the ceiling and might fall if the system failed. ✓
  4. 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?

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  1. The helmets were too small.
  2. The refresh rates were slow, causing terrible latency. ✓
  3. The colors were not bright enough.
  4. 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

  1. Doctors
  2. NASA ✓
  3. Game developers
  4. Teachers

Answer: NASA

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What did Elise realize about virtual reality after returning to her bedroom?

Choices

  1. It was invented by her grandma.
  2. It went from giant ceiling-mounted contraptions to something she can wear to play games. ✓
  3. It is only for astronauts.
  4. 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

  1. She is confused by it.
  2. She is sad it took so long to create.
  3. She understands the incredible journey it took and finds the nebula even more vibrant. ✓
  4. 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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