Engineering Marvels of Palm Jumeirah

Engineering Marvels of Palm Jumeirah

Assessment

Interactive Video

Geography, Science, Architecture, Business

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Lucas Foster

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The video discusses the ambitious project of creating artificial islands in Dubai, initiated by Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem in 2001. It highlights the engineering challenges faced, such as constructing with sand and stone without cement, and the innovative solutions implemented, like using marine sand for stability. The video also addresses geological risks, including potential earthquakes, and the measures taken to mitigate them. Future projects like Palm Jebel Ali and Palm Deira are mentioned, along with environmental concerns such as coastal erosion and the need for ongoing maintenance.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In what year did Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem envision the creation of Palm Jumeirah?

2003

2000

2001

2002

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary material used to construct Palm Jumeirah?

Wood

Sands and Stones

Steel

Concrete

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was desert sand not suitable for the construction of Palm Jumeirah?

It was too expensive

It was too fine and smooth

It was too coarse

It was too wet

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of the protective wall built around Palm Jumeirah?

To enhance the beauty

To protect the island from waves and storms

To mark the boundary

To prevent theft

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What natural event posed a significant risk to the stability of Palm Jumeirah?

Hurricanes

Earthquakes

Tsunamis

Volcanic eruptions

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What phenomenon could cause Palm Jumeirah to be 'sucked' back into the sea?

Liquefaction

Sedimentation

Subsidence

Erosion

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT part of the Palm Island trilogy?

Palm Jumeirah

Palm Jebel Ali

Palm Deira

Palm Atlantis

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