Morse Code: The Secret Language of Dots and Dashes
Questions:
5
Grade:
5
Words:
89
Morse code is a secret language made of dots and dashes. It was invented by a man named Samuel Morse to send messages across long distances. This clever code was used to share important messages during wars and is still used today in some areas. You can even see it in some movies or video games. An example of a Morse code message is SOS, which is "... --- ..." and is used in emergencies. Try creating your own Morse code messages! Did you know you just learned a new language?
Question 1
Who invented Morse code?
A
Thomas Edison
B
Albert Einstein
C
Isaac Newton
D
Samuel Morse
Explanation. Morse code was invented by a man named Samuel Morse.
E
Alexander Graham Bell
Question 2
What is the purpose of Morse code?
A
To write books
B
To create music
C
To send messages across long distances
Explanation. Morse code was invented to send messages across long distances.
D
To draw pictures
E
To create video games
Question 3
What does the Morse code message '... --- ...' mean?
A
Hello
B
Goodbye
C
Thank you
D
Please
E
SOS
Explanation. In Morse code, '... --- ...' is a message used in emergencies, which stands for SOS.
Question 4
Is Morse code still being used today?
A
Yes
Explanation. Morse code is still used today in some areas and can also be seen in some movies or video games.
B
No
C
Only in schools
D
Only in movies
E
Only in video games
Question 5
Can you use Morse code to create your own messages?
A
Yes
Explanation. You can create your own Morse code messages.
B
No
C
Only with a special device
D
Only in emergencies
E
Only if you are a scientist
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