Weather Challenges for Fishermen

Weather Challenges for Fishermen

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Life Skills

7th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Olivia Brooks

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The video tutorial discusses the challenges faced by fishermen during storms, particularly focusing on the dangers of lightning. It highlights the importance of understanding weather patterns and the risks involved in fishing during a storm. The tutorial provides insights into the precautions needed to avoid lightning strikes, emphasizing the vulnerability of boats due to their electronic equipment and height. The narrative captures the urgency and fear experienced during a severe lightning storm, offering practical advice on safety measures.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary reason the narrator continues to fish despite the storm?

To test the boat's capabilities

To provide for the family

To capture footage for a documentary

To experience the thrill of the storm

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the narrator's role on the boat?

First mate

Deckhand

Captain and boat owner

Navigator

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is lightning particularly dangerous for the narrator's boat?

It can cause the boat to capsize

It can damage the boat's electronics

It can cause the boat to drift off course

It can attract sharks

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What physical sensation does the narrator describe when a lightning bolt is about to strike?

A tingling in the fingers

A ringing in the ears

The hair on the head standing up

A sudden drop in temperature

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the narrator say about the boat's machinery?

It is outdated

It is all electronic

It is mostly manual

It is weatherproof

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the narrator's main concern if the boat is struck by lightning?

The boat catching fire

The boat losing speed

The boat sinking

Losing the ability to navigate

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the narrator hope to avoid by not staying out in the storm?

Running out of fuel

Catching on fire

Getting lost at sea

Damaging the fishing nets

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