Exploration and Dangers in Papua New Guinea

Exploration and Dangers in Papua New Guinea

Assessment

Interactive Video

Geography, History, Science

7th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Olivia Brooks

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The video follows a journey along the Araund River in Papua New Guinea, heading towards a village with a history of cannibalism. As the traveler moves from the rainforest to open water, they enter the territory of giant crocodiles. The narrative includes a chilling story from a local named Lester, whose mother was killed by a saltwater crocodile. The video highlights the dangers of the region and offers insights into the local wildlife and safety measures.

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9 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the village known for a generation ago?

Fishing

Cannibalism

Pottery

Weaving

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What change does the narrator experience when moving from the rainforest to open water?

Freedom from humidity

Increased humidity

Encountering more wildlife

More dense vegetation

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main threat in the lakes according to the narrator?

Poisonous snakes

Giant crocodiles

Pirates

Strong currents

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the most feared predator in the region according to the narrator?

Freshwater crocodile

Anaconda

Saltwater crocodile

Jaguar

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of crocodile attacked Lester's mother?

Nile crocodile

Freshwater crocodile

Saltwater crocodile

American crocodile

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the crocodile attack Lester's mother?

It leapt out of the water

It bit her leg

It dragged her underwater

It chased her on land

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the size comparison given for the crocodile that attacked Lester's mother?

The size of a house

The size of a tree

The size of a canoe

The size of a car

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What advice does Lester give to stay safe from crocodiles?

Stay away from the riverbanks

Make loud noises to scare them away

Watch the water for fish behavior

Avoid swimming at night

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What might indicate the presence of crocodiles according to Lester?

Ripples in the water

Fish jumping out of the water

Birds flying away

Sudden silence