CLEAN : Dominica calls out for international help after Hurricane Maria

CLEAN : Dominica calls out for international help after Hurricane Maria

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Interactive Video

Geography, Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the severe impact of Hurricane Maria on Dominica, highlighting the extensive damage to infrastructure and loss of life. It compares this event to past hurricanes, emphasizing the unprecedented nature of the disaster. The speaker outlines the urgent needs for housing, electricity, and telecommunication support, as well as the critical requirement for food and water due to agricultural devastation. The situation necessitates external aid to address these challenges and ensure the island's recovery.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the major impacts of Hurricane Maria on Dominica?

Improved infrastructure

Economic boom

Loss of human lives

Increased tourism

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Hurricane Maria compare to previous hurricanes like David and Erica?

It caused less damage

It was more powerful

It was similar in strength

It was less powerful

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the critical needs for Dominica after the hurricane?

New shopping malls

Improved housing and shelter

Increased agricultural exports

More tourist attractions

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is there a need to import food into Dominica post-hurricane?

The population has decreased

There is a surplus of local food

Agriculture was devastated

The local cuisine is unpopular

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What sector is crucial for Dominica's food security that was affected by the hurricane?

Tourism

Agriculture

Technology

Manufacturing