Water Purification and Safety Practices

Water Purification and Safety Practices

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Biology, Life Skills

7th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jackson Turner

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The video discusses the challenges of dehydration and the importance of purifying water in scarce environments. It highlights boiling water as a purification method and mentions the Berber Nomads' use of mint for antibacterial properties. Additionally, it covers cooking beetles as a food source, despite their unpleasant smell, and emphasizes the need for survival skills in harsh conditions.

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7 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main issue the narrator faces with the remaining water?

It's too salty.

It's frozen.

It tastes rancid.

It's too cold to drink.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What could be a consequence of drinking bad water according to the narrator?

Increased energy levels

Improved digestion

Illness leading to vomiting or diarrhea

Enhanced hydration

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What method does the narrator suggest as the smartest course of action for purifying water?

Filtering it through sand

Boiling it

Adding sugar

Freezing it

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What do the Berber Nomads add to water to enhance its antibacterial properties?

Honey

Salt

Mint

Lemon

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of adding mint to the water according to the narrator?

To add antibacterial properties

To give it a sour taste

To make it sweeter

To make it more colorful

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the narrator describe the smell of the beetles before cooking?

Fresh and minty

Bland and odorless

Toxic and noxious

Sweet and fruity

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the narrator compare the taste of roasted beetles to?

Chocolate

Popcorn with a hint of gasoline

Spicy chips

Sweet candy