Understanding Darrell's Ice Road Experiences

Understanding Darrell's Ice Road Experiences

Assessment

Interactive Video

Life Skills, Professional Development, Other

7th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Mia Campbell

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Darrell Ward, an ice road trucker, shares his journey from childhood dreams to his current life hauling freight in the Rocky Mountains and Canada. He emphasizes the freedom and fulfillment he finds in trucking, despite the challenges and harsh conditions. Darrell takes pride in serving remote communities, delivering essential supplies, and finds a unique sense of purpose in his work.

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8 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Darrell Ward primarily do during the winter months?

Hauls logs in the Rocky Mountains

Works as a doctor

Hauls freight in Canada

Works in grain fields

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What career did Darrell initially aspire to as a child?

Engineer

Teacher

Doctor

Trucker

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What word does Darrell use to describe the essence of being a trucker?

Adventure

Freedom

Responsibility

Challenge

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What feeling does Darrell experience when he knows he's the only one on the ice roads?

Boredom

Excitement

Eerie feeling

Fear

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does Darrell continue to drive on the rough ice roads?

For the money

For the scenery

To help communities

For the adventure

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What reaction do the community members have when Darrell arrives with supplies?

Indifference

Annoyance

Smiles

Confusion

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Darrell find fulfilling about being an ice road trucker?

The money

The fame

The fulfillment

The danger

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Darrell believe it takes to be an ice road trucker?

A special person

A strong vehicle

A good map

A lot of money