Extreme Skiing in Montana

Extreme Skiing in Montana

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Physical Ed

7th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jackson Turner

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In the backcountry of Montana, extreme skiers Michael Nan and Nick Baldwin ski in remote areas, avoiding designated runs. Despite their experience, a deep snowpack leads to an avalanche. Mike is caught and overtaken by the snow, heading into trees. Miraculously, he survives with a broken hip and thigh, saved by a tree that broke his fall and prevented suffocation.

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6 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What activity are Michael Nan and Nick Baldwin engaged in?

Ice skating

Mountain climbing

Extreme skiing

Snowboarding

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where are Michael and Nick skiing?

Indoor ski resorts

Rugged and remote terrain

Urban areas

Designated ski runs

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What triggers the avalanche that Mike faces?

A loud noise

The snowpack cracking beneath him

A sudden storm

An earthquake

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Mike attempt to do as the avalanche approaches?

Climb a tree

Outrun the avalanche

Dig a hole

Call for help

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What injuries does Mike sustain from the avalanche?

Broken arm and ribs

Sprained ankle

Concussion

Broken hip and thigh

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What ultimately saves Mike from being suffocated by the avalanche?

A rescue team

His skiing skills

A tree breaking his fall

An avalanche beacon