Polar Bear Safety and Awareness

Polar Bear Safety and Awareness

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Biology

7th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Emma Peterson

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The team, vigilant for polar bears, sets up camp with explosive flares for protection. Despite the precautions, flares are triggered by non-bear entities, highlighting their vulnerability. The presence of polar bears is a serious concern, as they are attracted to the scent of humans, similar to seals. The team becomes more alert, understanding the potential danger. Security expert Tommy Wios practices defense skills to ensure safety, emphasizing the importance of preparedness and vigilance in polar bear territory.

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7 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What precautionary measure does the team use to protect themselves from polar bears at the camp?

Building a wooden fence

Using a nearly invisible wire with explosive flares

Setting up tents in a circle

Lighting a campfire all night

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unexpected issue does the team face with the flares?

They can be triggered by non-bear entities

They are difficult to set up

They are too loud

They attract more bears

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why must polar bears be taken seriously despite their rarity in attacking humans?

They are very fast

They are attracted to human scent

They are often seen in groups

They can camouflage easily

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What similarity between humans and seals increases the risk of polar bear encounters?

Both make similar sounds

Both are slow on land

Both have a similar scent

Both are found in the same regions

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the team's reaction upon realizing the presence of polar bears?

They decide to leave the area

They become more alert

They ignore the bears

They try to feed the bears

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role does Tommy Wios play in ensuring the team's safety?

He sets up the camp

He cooks for the team

He hones defense skills

He leads the scientific research

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important to have someone on watch during the team's activities?

To watch for polar bears

To keep track of time

To ensure the camp is clean

To monitor the weather