Coastal Erosion and Community Responses

Coastal Erosion and Community Responses

Assessment

Interactive Video

Geography, History, Social Studies

10th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Lucas Foster

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The video explores the contrasting approaches to coastal erosion in two British villages, Walcott and Hayesboro. Walcott benefits from private funding for sandscaping, while Hayesboro struggles with erosion due to lack of government support. The video discusses the economic, environmental, and policy challenges in managing coastal defenses, highlighting the need for strategic prioritization and adaptation.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main difference between the approaches of Walcott and Hayesboro to coastal erosion?

Walcott relies on government funding, while Hayesboro uses private funding.

Walcott has corporate support, while Hayesboro faces abandonment.

Both villages have similar strategies for dealing with erosion.

Hayesboro has better sea defenses than Walcott.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What historical sites in Hayesboro are threatened by coastal erosion?

A Victorian lighthouse and a Georgian manor

An ancient burial ground and a Tudor house

A Saxon church and a 17th-century inn

A medieval castle and a Roman fort

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did Briony refuse the Pathfinder scheme's offer?

She planned to move to a different country.

She was offered 100% of her home's value.

She wanted to protect her children's future.

She believed in the effectiveness of the old defenses.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role did Shell play in protecting Walcott?

Shell provided technical expertise for sea defenses.

Shell lobbied the government for more funding.

Shell funded two-thirds of the cost for new sea defenses.

Shell relocated residents to safer areas.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a major challenge in securing government funding for coastal protection?

Lack of technical expertise

Opposition from local communities

Insufficient private funding

High cost and environmental concerns

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What economic impact does coastal erosion have on areas like Hemsby?

It boosts local tourism.

It reduces government revenue.

It threatens an 80 million annual income from tourism.

It increases property values.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the proposed short-term solution for the Hemsby Gap?

Constructing a new amusement park

Investing 250,000 in sea defenses

Relocating all residents

Building a new lighthouse

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