Understanding Sand Dunes

Understanding Sand Dunes

Assessment

Interactive Video

Geography, Science

5th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Aiden Montgomery

FREE Resource

The video explores the origin and formation of dunes along Namibia's coastline. It explains how wind moves sand particles, forming dunes that gradually shift in the wind's direction. A time-lapse of dune movement is shown, highlighting the effects of varying wind conditions. On calm days, the dunes offer recreational opportunities. The video concludes with a call to action for viewer engagement.

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6 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What natural force is primarily responsible for the movement of sand particles along the Namibian coastline?

Earthquakes

Wind

Water currents

Volcanic activity

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens to sand particles when they encounter an obstacle?

They dissolve

They pile up

They disappear

They bounce back

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do sand dunes move over time?

They remain stationary

They move in the direction of the wind

They move against the wind

They move randomly

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the effect of strong wind on sand dunes?

It causes them to shrink

It causes them to move

It causes them to harden

It causes them to disappear

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What can be observed on days with less wind?

Sand particles dissolve

Sand particles are pushed around peacefully

Sand particles form large dunes

Sand particles disappear

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What activities can be enjoyed when there is no wind?

Swimming

Dune surfing

Fishing

Hiking